[ ELMO So... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/elmo-software/reviews) [ ELMO So... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/elmo-software/reviews) # ELMO Software Features ##### ## Core HR (5) Organization Management Organizes employees in an org structure that can be used throughout the application for reporting, permissions, etc. Time, Attendance, and PTO Tracks time, attendance, paid time-off (PTO), sick time, schedules, and other workforce-related information. Expense Management Contains functionality for employees to submit expenses reports and track reimbursments Compliance Helps protect risk areas by ensuring compliance standards are met through tracking and reporting Benefits Administration Enables employees to manage their benefit plans by viewing plans, make changes during open enrollement, and for life event changes. Employers can report and manage payroll deductions based on selected plan options Show More ##### ## Platform (11) Customization Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views. Integration APIs 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. User, Role, and Access Management Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, and groups. Performance Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Mobility Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. Reporting Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Dashboards Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline. Reporting and Dashboards Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards. User, Role, and Access Management Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. Performance and Reliability Software is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks quickly because they are not waiting for the software to respond to an action they took. Scalability Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows. Show More ##### ## Employee Self Service (1) Web Portal Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information. Show More ##### ## Administration (6) Payroll Entry Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked. Time Off Accrual Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days. Direct Deposit Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts. Expense Reimbursement Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases. Pre-tax Deductions Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks. Wage Garnishment Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks. Show More ##### ## Taxes (2) Tax Calculation Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance. Tax Filing Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes. Show More ##### ## Integration (4) API / Integration 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. Time Tracking Integration Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems. Accounting Integration Provides standard integration with third party accounting software. Core HR Integration Provides standard integration with third party core HR software. Show More ##### ## Sourcing (5) Candidate Search Searches for qualified candidates by integrating with career sites. Career Page Configuration Configures branded career page for the users website. Social Sourcing Enables the user to share job posting on social channels. Job Posting Posts job listings to job boards. Candidate Sourcing Metrics Reports where applicants are finding job listings. Show More ##### ## Candidate Management - Applicant Tracking System (7) Candidate Evaluations Enables users to share feedback on candidates. Applicant Data Management Stores applicant data that can be accessed by multiple people on a team. Hiring Processes Tracking Tracks a candidates spot in the hiring process. Automated Resume Parsing Analyzes resumes and applicant data based on user-selected preferences. Scheduling Integrates with calendars and allows the scheduling of phone screens and interviews. Candidate-Facing Statuses Enables candidates to view their position in the process. Workflow Building Enables the building of custom recruiting workflows. Show More ##### ## Platform Content (12) Forms Library Provides users with a pre-built library of templated forms related to the hiring process. E-Forms Provides electronic forms for employees to complete. E-Signature Enables new hires to sign forms electronically. Background Checks Enables the employer to perform background checks. Offer Letter Approvals Provides user with offer letter templates. Offer Letter Templates Enables all stakeholders to approve offer letters. Employee Pulse Surveys Distribute short, customizable culture-focused surveys or polls to employees to measure the various factors of employee engagement, including job, environment, and pay satisfaction. Survey Customization Customize various components of surveys, including individual questions, distribution frequency, audience size, and anonymity. Goal and Challenge Creation Set professional and personal goals with customizable due dates and milestones within the system. Share these goals with other users and track and measure performance using built in tools. Automation Automates some or all operation related tasks. File Sharing Provides robust sharing options for communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Content Library Provides users with a pre-built library of useable content. Show More ##### ## Platform Additional Functionality (14) Self-Service Portal Enables employees to login and view their onboarding process. Automated Team Introductions Introduces new hires to employees based on org chart. Compliance Training Provides training on relevant compliance issues. Automated Onboarding Workflows Provides workflows which track new hire progress. Onboarding Notifications Provides notifications about the onboarding process to both the new hire and manager. Employee Segmenting Segment employees according to factors such as location, demographics, and position. Distribute surveys and filter survey results according to employee segments. Goal and Challenge Creation Set professional and personal goals with customizable due dates and milestones within the system. Share these goals with other users and track and measure performance using built in tools. Peer Recognition Send and receive recognition in the form of digital badges, awards, or messages to colleagues, employees, and managers. Recognition is displayed in real time in the platform on a live activity feed. Social Feedback Portal Communicate with team members and managers through a built-in customizable web portal. Users can communicate 1 on 1 with each other, and can ask questions, share frustrations, and make suggestions with varying degrees of anonymity. Integrations Integrates with business solutions such as HRIS systems and social tools. Mobility Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. Corporate Discounts Corporate discount platforms provide employees with access to discounts on products and services. Employee Engagement Provides employee survey and feedback features. Rewards Provides flexible and easy-to-manage employee reward options. Show More ##### ## Platform Data (2) Onboarding Process Reporting Provides holistic Metrics on the onboarding process. Visualization Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows. Show More ##### ## Automation (1) Process Automation Automate processes and eliminate errors associated with requesting, approving, and tracking paid and unpaid time off. Show More ##### ## Logistics (2) Dashboards & Reporting Analytical and reporting tools that provide visibility into labor cost and enable data-driven decisions. Data Collection Labor data collection options include web, mobile, and hardware. Show More ##### ## Management (7) Schedule Creation Tools Tools that help in scheduling and shift creation and management. Schedule Management Tools that manage vacation, holidays, absences, breaks, and overtime. Employee Leave Management Manage employee's eligibility for paid and unpaid leave based on criteria including vacation, sick time and more. User Access Grant access to select features and data based on the users' role, both internally and externally. User Role Access Provides employees self service access and managers a centralized view. Employee Information Ability to manage employee information. Employee Information Automation Automate employee promotions and position changes and company policy changes. Show More ##### ## Monitoring (3) Regulations Enforcement Enforce federal, state, and organization regulations. Compliance Monitoring Monitor and maintain compliance. Integration Provide integrations with payroll software. Show More ##### ## Recruiting and Onboarding (2) Interview Scheduling Coordinates interview scheduling via email, phone, or text Onboarding Tracks key steps in onboarding process including new employee orientation and employee payroll documents. Show More ##### ## Platform Basics (4) Reporting & Dashboards Survey results can be visualized and reported on in real time, with manager dashboards and automated reporting tools. Reports can be customized and distributed to aid in organizational improvement and employee performance reviews. Reporting Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Dashboard Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with. Performance Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Show More ##### ## Performance reviews (3) 360 Reviews Facilitates 360-degree feedback between managers, employees, and peers. Customizable Forms Provides customizable employee review forms and questions. Review Status Tracking Tracks completion status of employee reviews. Show More ##### ## Goals (2) Goal-Setting Facilitates goal-setting for individual employees and tracks progress toward goals. Company Goals And OKRs Manages high-level company priorities or Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and aligns them with employee goals. Show More ##### ## Feedback (4) Continuous Feedback Collects continuous feedback for employees; facilitates recording and storage of ongoing notes about each individual’s performance. Requesting Feedback Allows employees or managers to request feedback from other employees. 1-On-1 Meetings Facilitates check-ins or 1-on-1 meetings between managers and employees, including managing agendas, action items, or notes. Public Praise Provides a forum for employees or managers to deliver public praise for exceptional employee performance. Show More ##### ## Data (2) Dashboards And Reports Generates in-depth visual dashboards and reports based on employee performance data. Historical Data Retains historical performance review data or integrates with third-party applications where historical data can be maintained. Show More ##### ## Generative AI (1) AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Performance Management (2) Multi-step Planning Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes Natural Language Interaction Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (3) Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Natural Language Interaction Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation Decision Making Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives Show More ##### ## 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 Show More ##### ## AI - Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (3) Predictive Insights Admin can use predictive AI analytics to better match candidates to positions. AI Job Description Users can generate job descriptions with generative AI. Chatbot Provides an AI chatbot to guide users through the hiring process. 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