Tapcheck and Savant Launch Embedded EWA Solution to Transform Financial Flexibility for Thousands of QSR Locations

Plano, TX – October 13, 2025 — Tapcheck, a leading provider of on‑demand pay solutions, today announced the launch of Savant Pay powered by Tapcheck, a fully embedded Earned Wage Access (EWA) solution now available across Savant Payroll Solutions’ extensive network of quick‑service restaurant (QSR) clients. This seamless integration enables Savant clients to offer real‑time access to earned wages, at no extra cost or added complexity.

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Savant Payroll Solutions, an iSolved Payroll Service Bureau (PSB), currently processes payroll for thousands of QSR locations, including many McDonald’s franchise operations. With the launch of Savant Pay, Tapcheck becomes deeply embedded inSavant’s payroll platform — allowing every Savant client employee to access earned wages instantly with a simple flip of a switch.

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“By embedding Tapcheck directly into Savant HCM, we’re giving our clients an easy, automated way to support employee financial wellness while driving measurable improvements in retention and productivity,” said Jim MacKay, Partner at Savant Payroll Solutions.

A Game‑Changing Embedded Model

Unlike traditional EWA offerings that require complicated integrations or separate onboarding, Savant Pay is built directly into the existing payroll architecture. Business owners and payroll teams don’t need to adjust workflows, train staff, or manage new systems.

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“Payroll providers can now empower workers with on-demand access to their earnings—instantly, effortlessly, and without the friction that’s held the industry back,” said Ron Gaver, co-founder and CEO of Tapcheck.

Why This Matters for QSR Operators

• Financial flexibility for hourly workers. Employees gain secure access to a portion of their earned wages before payday, reducing reliance on credit cards and easing financial stress.
• Retention & productivity gains. Employers benefit from lower turnover, faster hiring, and a stronger workplace culture.
• Scalable & hassle-free. Since Savant Pay is built into Savant’s platform, clients can enable access instantly — zero setup costs, zero changes to payroll.
• Competitive advantage for Savant. This unique offering strengthens Savant’s value proposition, helping retain clients and win new business in a competitive space.

Proven Impact from EWA Adoption

Organizations that have adopted Earned Wage Access report:

• 51% of employers say Tapcheck helps fill open jobs faster
• Turnover reductions of up to 50% for QSR and hourly-focused roles
• 96% of employers say EWA helps them attract talent during the recruitment process
• 75% of employees indicate they would pick up extra shifts when EWA is available

Client Voices

“Running multiple McDonald’s locations, we’re always looking for easy and impactful ways to support our staff. With this integration, we can offer real financial value without adding complexity to payroll or operations —it’s a win for our team and for our business.” - Edgar Herrera, Franchise Operator, McDonald's

Availability & Next Steps

Savant Pay powered by Tapcheck is now available to all Savant clients. Businesses interested can enable the feature through their existing payroll setup — no additional configuration or costs required. Tapcheck and Savant will collaborate to provide training, marketing support, and analytics to maximize adoption and impact.

About Tapcheck

Tapcheck empowers employees to access earned wages in real time, giving them financial flexibility and peace of mind. With integrations across 300+ payroll and timekeeping systems, Tapcheck helps businesses reduce turnover, improve retention, boost productivity, and support employee financial wellness — all at no cost to employers.

About Savant Payroll Solutions

Savant is a full-service iSolved Payroll Service Bureau (PSB) focused on delivering scalable, compliant, and easy-to-use payroll solutions. Serving small and medium businesses — including a large number of QSR clients — Savant helps simplify payroll operations and protect businesses from risk.

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