Applaud Features
Platform (8)
Customization
Based on 20 Applaud reviews. Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views.
Integration APIs
Based on 19 Applaud reviews. Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications.
Internationalization
Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies. 20 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
User, Role, and Access Management
As reported in 20 Applaud reviews. Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, and groups.
Performance
As reported in 20 Applaud reviews. Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Mobility
As reported in 18 Applaud reviews. Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
Reporting
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. This feature was mentioned in 19 Applaud reviews.
Dashboards
Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline. This feature was mentioned in 18 Applaud reviews.
Platform Content (6)
Forms Library
Provides users with a pre-built library of templated forms related to the hiring process. This feature was mentioned in 11 Applaud reviews.
E-Forms
Provides electronic forms for employees to complete. This feature was mentioned in 11 Applaud reviews.
E-Signature
As reported in 10 Applaud reviews. Enables new hires to sign forms electronically.
Background Checks
Based on 11 Applaud reviews. Enables the employer to perform background checks.
Offer Letter Approvals
Based on 10 Applaud reviews. Provides user with offer letter templates.
Offer Letter Templates
Based on 10 Applaud reviews. Enables all stakeholders to approve offer letters.
Platform Additional Functionality (5)
Self-Service Portal
Based on 11 Applaud reviews. Enables employees to login and view their onboarding process.
Automated Team Introductions
Introduces new hires to employees based on org chart. 11 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
Compliance Training
Based on 10 Applaud reviews. Provides training on relevant compliance issues.
Automated Onboarding Workflows
Provides workflows which track new hire progress. 11 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
Onboarding Notifications
As reported in 11 Applaud reviews. Provides notifications about the onboarding process to both the new hire and manager.
Platform Data (3)
Time-to-Productivity Reporting
Based on 11 Applaud reviews. Provides metrics on the time it takes a new hire to reach productivity.
Onboarding Process Reporting
As reported in 11 Applaud reviews. Provides holistic Metrics on the onboarding process.
Visualization
As reported in 11 Applaud reviews. Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows.
Customization (2)
Customization
Provides a customizable soltution that HR professionals can adjust to suite the organization's needs. 29 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
HR Integrations
Integrates with core HR software to access employee information. This feature was mentioned in 29 Applaud reviews.
HR Content (3)
Knowledge Management
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. A place to create articles with important information about processes and other crucial information that is easily accessible by employees.
Content Delivery
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Tools to create and deliver content throughout an organization.
Document Management
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. The ability to organize and manage a variety of documents.
Logistics (3)
Security
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Secure solution so administers can maintain access rights and security.
Employee Portal
Based on 30 Applaud reviews. Employee portal lets employees log into the system to access all company and employee information.
AI
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Uses AI processes to automate workflows by developing a comprehensive HR-knowledge base.
Management (5)
Ticketing Platform
Tools that help create and manage a ticketing platform that facilitates cross-departamental communication. This feature was mentioned in 30 Applaud reviews.
Single Sign-On
The ability to sign onto a platform once and access a variety of software solutions without needing to sign into each one individually. 29 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
Business Process Management
Tools to create and organize business process flowcharts and documentation. 29 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
Self-Service
Based on 30 Applaud reviews. Web-based or intranet self-service portal enables employees to submit service requests.
Dashboard & Reporting
Dashboard and reporting on HR activities with workforce analytics capabilities. This feature was mentioned in 29 Applaud reviews.
Recruiting and Onboarding (2)
Interview Scheduling
Coordinates interview scheduling via email, phone, or text This feature was mentioned in 11 Applaud reviews.
Onboarding
As reported in 11 Applaud reviews. Tracks key steps in onboarding process including new employee orientation and employee payroll documents.
Investigation (4)
Separate Workflows
Case management of investigations related to Employee Relations are handled in a separate workflow (including HRBPs, HR Managers, etc.) than other generic case requests.
Anonymity
Employee grievances, feedback, and complaints have channels of communication that are protected by anonymity
Documentation
Witness statements, confessions, time cards, video footage, and other investigation materials are stored in secure designated data warehouses for safe keeping throughout the investigaiton process.
Confidentiality
Case processing happens with strict confidentiality where a case's access is only authorized to professionals directly responsible for its execution and outcome.
Access (3)
Integration
Integrations into legal databases or case management systems for coordination when case escalation reaches their desk.
Assignment
The platform is capable of assigning primary case holder, principal investigator, legal consultant, etc. responsibilities to team members.
Collaborative
Case accessibility is restricted by authorization. Access is granted to HR personnel that are designated investigators and others involved in an investigation's (Legal, HRBPs, HR Managers, etc.) standard operating procedure
Employee Experience (3)
Policy
During the complaint process, self-help resources are readily available to help the employee understand which company policy is relevant to their situation and a general framework on how the investigation will progress.
Multi-channel
The product is user friendly for employees and complaints can be delivered across many channels (chat, trouble ticket, email, etc.)
Cross-platform
The product is able to be accessed from the employee side on a mobile platform
Generative AI (3)
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text Generation
As reported in 16 Applaud reviews. Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
As reported in 16 Applaud reviews. Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
Core Features - Employee Experience Software (2)
Employee Lifecycle Management
Based on 29 Applaud reviews. Manages the entire employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit surveys, providing actionable insights and customization.
Communication
Aids in knowledge management and the crafting of company branding and messaging. 29 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
People Analytics - Employee Experience Software (2)
Action Plan
Data analysis leads into creating HR initatives and policies with measurable outcomes. This feature was mentioned in 29 Applaud reviews.
Productivity
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Directly measures and finds ways to optimize workplace productivity.
Advanced Features - Employee Experience Software (3)
Digital Experience Management
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Integrates with the IT technologies and workflow to optimize and manage omnichannel digital experiences.
Benchmarking
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Allows access to industry research, benchmarking, and other comparison whether through internal functionality or partnership with third-party.
Employee Listening
People analytics include features capable of impelmenting an advanced employee listening strategy. This feature was mentioned in 28 Applaud reviews.
Employee Improvement - Employee Experience Software (3)
Performance Management
Includes native feedback functionality like OKRs, 360 feedback, continuous improvement, or other performance management tools. This feature was mentioned in 28 Applaud reviews.
Learning
As reported in 29 Applaud reviews. Guides employee growth through suggested content, skill building, or other learning initiatives and programs.
Team Building
Provides gamified team building or informal socialization features to help people bond and communicate. 29 reviewers of Applaud have provided feedback on this feature.
Agentic AI - Onboarding (5)
Autonomous Task Execution
Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input
Adaptive Learning
Improves performance based on feedback and experience
Natural Language Interaction
Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation
Proactive Assistance
Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting
Decision Making
Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives

