Lee C.
LC
Lee C.
Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development Manager
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Needs Automation Enhancements for Full Potential"
2.5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

I like the automation feature for getting references in Access PeopleHR. It's convenient to just look at the timeline and know everything's covered. The way it provides an instantaneous snapshot without having to go through each reference individually is really helpful. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

I definitely find the data side of Access PeopleHR challenging. You have to manually transfer information from where you get the references to the employee database. It's just an ETL process, and automating this would make the workload so much easier. Also, the system doesn't integrate with other job boards besides Indeed, which is a limitation for an applicant tracking system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Lee. It’s great to hear the automation around references and the timeline view are helping you stay on top of recruitment stages without needing to dig through everything manually, that kind of visibility makes a real difference.

We appreciate your honest comments around data handling and integrations. Having to manually transfer information and limited job board connectivity can definitely slow things down, so your feedback around further automation and integrations is really valuable.

It’s good to hear the system is still supporting you in managing recruitment processes and keeping everything on track.

You can follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub link below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
EA
Elizabeth A.
People Director
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"User-Friendly Platform That Empowers Employees"
4/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

User-Friendly & Accessible

We use the platform on a daily basis and find the interface is widely regarded as intuitive and straightforward, making it easy for even non-technical staff to use. This simplicity helps minimize the learning curve for both HR teams and employees. The employee self-service portal, along with the mobile app, empowers staff to handle their own information, such as submitting leave requests and accessing payslips, without needing to involve HR every time. Easy to set up and implement and the support team was always there if we needed help. Integrates seamlessly with our payroll provider Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

The reporting module can occasionally feel a bit unintuitive, but in most cases, this is more due to user error than any issue with the platform itself. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for the detailed feedback Elizabeth. It’s great to hear PeopleHR’s intuitive interface, self-service tools and payroll integration are empowering your team day to day. Your comments on reporting are appreciated and are helping shape ongoing usability improvements. You can follow updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
AH
Verified User in Hospital & Health Care
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Automation and the ability to tailored processes is great , bugs having impact"
3/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

Being able to add automations through Ripples.

Ownership of processes, systems, titles, being able to tailor them to the charities process. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

Bugs in the system that affect leave hours are having a huge impact. Since this is a new system we’ve rolled out, the issues have created a lot of distrust, with staff questioning whether their leave balances are correct. It’s also adding to our workload because we now have to double-check everything.

The TOIL system is also causing a lot of frustration within our organisation. Why can’t TOIL be accrued by the employee and then, once approved, automatically increase their TOIL hours?

Also, the error message on the logbook page… can this be updated to something other than 'No Logbook found' maybe 'select a logbook?' Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback. It’s great to hear you’re finding value in Ripples and the ability to tailor processes, that flexibility is really important, especially for organisations with specific workflows.

I’m really sorry to hear about the issues you’ve experienced with leave balances and TOIL. I completely understand how impactful that is, particularly when it affects trust with employees and adds extra manual checks for your team. Your suggestions around TOIL automation and clearer logbook messaging are really helpful and practical.

We also appreciate your feedback on visibility around ideas and progress, that’s important for keeping customers informed.

You can also follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
CB
Chloe B.
Business Support Officer
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Centralised HR Management with Seamless Efficiency"
5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

I like having all HR information and processes in one central system with Access PeopleHR, which improves consistency and efficiency. I find the badges feature particularly helpful as it allows me to recognise the achievements of others in a clear and visible way. This is especially useful for 1-1 appraisals. The platform was straightforward to set up, and the availability of high-quality online support materials makes ongoing use and troubleshooting easy. Overall, we are very pleased with Access PeopleHR and its ability to reduce reliance on spreadsheets and paper records, streamline on boarding processes, and enhance visibility for absence management. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

Nothing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Chloe. It’s great to hear how much value you’re getting from having everything in one central system, especially when it comes to reducing spreadsheets and improving overall efficiency.

We’re really pleased the badges feature is supporting recognition within your team, particularly for 1-1s, and that onboarding and absence visibility have improved as a result. It’s also great to hear the setup was straightforward and that the support materials are helping along the way.

Thanks again for sharing such a positive experience, it’s great to hear the platform is making a real difference to your HR processes.

You can follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub link below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
Genevieve M.
GM
Genevieve M.
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Functional Yet Frustrating"
1.5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

I like that Access PeopleHR offers both a web and app version. The app is particularly useful because it allows me to submit expenses when I'm on the go and check if I've booked holidays when I'm thinking about my time off, which isn't usually when I'm sitting at my work computer. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

It's really difficult to find things in the app, and the UI is very unintuative when creating expenses. I wish there were clearer areas for 'expenses' and a redesigned form that gives more information on what to add. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Genevieve. It’s great to hear you’re finding the app useful for managing things like expenses and holidays on the go — having that flexibility outside of your desk can make a real difference.

I’m sorry to hear about your experience with navigation and the expenses process in the app. I understand how frustrating it can be when things aren’t easy to find or intuitive to complete. Your suggestions around clearer sections and a more informative form are really valuable.

It’s good to hear the platform is still helping you manage key tasks like payslips, holidays and expenses more conveniently overall.

If you’re open to it, I’d be happy to look into this further with you, feel free to reach out at taryn.schutzler@theaccessgroup.com

.

You can also follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
LC
Lynsey C.
Office Manager (including HR)
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Frustrating Support Access and Ignored User Feedback"
2.5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

The system is fairly straightforward, making it easy for staff to understand and navigate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

A new process was introduced on 1 December 2025, requiring users to raise cases only from within the App. However, this raises concerns about what to do if the system is down. The suggested alternative is to call the provided number, but that number is not valid. Additionally, their website at https://status.peoplehr.com/ claims there are no issues, even though there is a Cloudflare problem affecting access.

I have also repeatedly requested, along with many others, that the default view under tasks should show only open tasks. This feedback has been ignored, and I am forced to manually select the option to hide completed tasks every single time. It is frustrating to have to see all my closed tasks from years ago when I only want to focus on what is currently open.

There are many many items suggested for improvement on their site but nothing seems to be forthcoming Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Paula QuinteroRubio of Access PeopleHR

Thank you for your honest feedback, Lynsey. We're sorry about the support access frustrations and system issues you've experienced. Our phone lines are active during business hours, and our team is always ready to help.

Your feedback on default task views and other improvements is valuable – we're actively working on these priorities. Please monitor our roadmap hub for updates on features shaped by customer input like yours:

See how Access PeopleHR improved
RO
Ruadhri O.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Streamlined HR Management with Intuitive Tracking"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

I enjoy using Access PeopleHR for its easy storage of employee data all in one place. I also really like being able to track employee engagement, which helps us understand what people like about our company and decide on what to do more. This capability allows us to innovate new ideas. The initial setup was very simple, and overall, it effectively serves as a human resources system. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

I find the notifications in Access PeopleHR need improvement. It would be helpful to receive an email when something needs to be done or to have a checklist for new starts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Ruadhri. It’s great to hear you’re finding PeopleHR helpful for keeping all employee data in one place and that the engagement tracking is giving you useful insights to shape new ideas and improve your workplace.

We’re also pleased the setup was straightforward and that the system is supporting your day-to-day HR needs effectively.

We appreciate your suggestion around notifications and onboarding checklists. That’s really helpful feedback and a great way to further streamline tasks for new starters and ongoing actions.

You can follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub link below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
Verified User in Retail
AR
Verified User in Retail
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Streamlined HRIS with Room for Flexibility"
4.5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

I like how Access PeopleHR streamlines processes and makes access easy. Document keeping works well for us. It's our main HRIS for the organization, and everybody uses Access PeopleHR. The initial setup was easy too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

Having more options and flexibility like their competitors (Workday / Oracle). For example, the feedback system could be improved, especially in relation to performance reviews. There could be a better option on how to use the feedback option more flexibly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Natchalnic. It’s great to hear PeopleHR is working well as your central HRIS and helping streamline processes across your organisation. Having everything in one place, especially document management and attendance, really does make day-to-day HR much easier.

We’re also pleased the initial setup was straightforward and that the system is being widely used across your team.

We appreciate your comments around flexibility, particularly with performance reviews and feedback. That’s really valuable insight, especially when comparing with other platforms, and it helps guide how we continue to evolve those areas.

You can follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub link below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
Archie S.
AS
Archie S.
Estimator
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Easy Navigation That Speeds Up Quoting and Order Tracking"
5/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

We find it very easy to navigate. It speeds up our quoting time substantially by knowing where to find our requirements. We can also track our orders with the clean dashboard. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

Not much! Sometimes the system can crash but we are helped out by the support team! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Archie. It’s great to hear you’re finding the system easy to navigate and that it’s helping speed up your quoting process, being able to quickly find what you need makes a big difference.

We’re also pleased the dashboard is helping you track orders more clearly and that the move from your previous system has had such a positive impact.

We appreciate your comment around occasional crashes, but it’s good to hear the support team has been able to help when needed.

It’s fantastic to hear the system is improving efficiency and supporting your day-to-day operations.

You can follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved
LR
Leah R.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Ease of Use but Lacks Effective Support"
2/5
What do you like best about Access PeopleHR?

I really appreciate the ease of use of Access PeopleHR. It's got a simple but clear visual that makes it easy to navigate. The wizards help me find important information without hassle. I also like the clear report building and data collation, which save me time and allow me to access the data I need in just a few clicks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Access PeopleHR?

Customer service, getting to speak to someone technical, help with training on the system, having a contact person / account manager Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Taryn Schutzler of Access PeopleHR

Thanks for your feedback, Leah. It’s great to hear you’re finding PeopleHR easy to navigate and that features like the wizards and reporting tools are helping you access the information you need quickly and save time day to day.

I’m really sorry to hear about your experience with support. Not having easy access to the right person or enough guidance can be frustrating, especially when you’re trying to get the most out of the system. That’s definitely something we take seriously.

If you’re open to it, I’d really like to understand a bit more about your experience and see how we can improve this for you. Please feel free to reach out to me directly at taryn.schutzler@theaccessgroup.com.

You can also follow upcoming updates via our PeopleHR roadmap hub link below.

See how Access PeopleHR improved