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Ideawake Pros and Cons: Top Advantages and Disadvantages

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Users praise the ease of use of Ideawake, facilitating seamless idea sharing and positive team engagement. (10 mentions)
Users commend Ideawake for its ease of use and engagement, fostering a culture of idea sharing and recognition. (7 mentions)
Users value the user-friendly interface of Ideawake, which fosters easy collaboration and boosts innovation across teams. (5 mentions)
Users value the intuitive and user-friendly interface of Ideawake, enhancing their overall experience and ease of use. (4 mentions)
Users value the customization options of Ideawake, which enhance idea submission and workflow management processes. (3 mentions)
Users appreciate the high level of engagement fostered by Ideawake, making idea sharing effortless and collaborative. (3 mentions)
Users value the unmatched customer support from Ideawake, ensuring help is always available when needed. (2 mentions)
Users commend the quick response time of Ideawake's support team, enhancing their overall experience significantly. (2 mentions)
Users believe the limited reporting capabilities hinder data navigation and analytics extraction in Ideawake. (4 mentions)
Users find difficult navigation within Ideawake's reporting features, hindering access to detailed analytics and insights. (2 mentions)
Users struggle with inadequate filtering, leading to difficulties in tracking contributions and prioritizing impactful ideas. (2 mentions)
Users find it challenging to manage the overwhelming volume of duplicate ideas, complicating tracking and prioritization. (1 mentions)
Users find the steep learning curve challenging, as customization leads to complexity and requires trial and error. (1 mentions)
Users feel the interface is outdated, though they acknowledge its intuitive and powerful functionality. (1 mentions)
Users desire UX improvements and reporting changes, but appreciate Ideawake's receptiveness to feedback. (1 mentions)

Top Pros or Advantages of Ideawake

1. Ease of Use
Users praise the ease of use of Ideawake, facilitating seamless idea sharing and positive team engagement.
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Drew F.
DF

Drew F.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Ideawake is simple, powerful and flexible allow it to flourish for our use case"

What do you like about Ideawake?

The ease of use and myriad of options and settings to ensure the platform can meet or exceed our expectations and business goals.

FS

Frank S.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Assocaite Engagement"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake is awesome to share ideas and wins. The ease of use allows associates to interact and share their ideas. Sharing ideas couldnt be easier a

2. Idea Management
Users commend Ideawake for its ease of use and engagement, fostering a culture of idea sharing and recognition.
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FS

Frank S.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Assocaite Engagement"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake is awesome to share ideas and wins. The ease of use allows associates to interact and share their ideas. Sharing ideas couldnt be easier a

Martin S.
MS

Martin S.

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

3.5/5

"Giving ideas life"

What do you like about Ideawake?

The ability to methodically work through ideas from all level of employees.

3. Innovation Management
Users value the user-friendly interface of Ideawake, which fosters easy collaboration and boosts innovation across teams.
See 5 mentions

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NH

Navaneeth H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake has truly been a game changer for us this year. The platform stands out for its simplicity and intuitive design, making it incredibly easy to

Josh R.
JR

Josh R.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Just buy the software and move on...it's that good."

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake has been a critial piece of our innovation platform here at UW-Stout. The platform itself is very user friendly and easy to pickup. But, the

4. User Interface
Users value the intuitive and user-friendly interface of Ideawake, enhancing their overall experience and ease of use.
See 4 mentions

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SJ

SUMIT J.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"IDEAWAKE for Perfetti Van Melle"

What do you like about Ideawake?

1. Interface is intuitive - easy to use 2. Minimal training required to get along 3. Platform solves the purpose very well 4. Assigning workflows t

NH

Navaneeth H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake has truly been a game changer for us this year. The platform stands out for its simplicity and intuitive design, making it incredibly easy to

5. Customization
Users value the customization options of Ideawake, which enhance idea submission and workflow management processes.
See 3 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Customisable platform for detailed workflows"

What do you like about Ideawake?

How easy people can submit ideas and how you can move them through a custom pipeline

Verified User
A

Verified User

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"A very flexible and easy-to-use innovation management platform at a good price!"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake is an easy-to-use platform for any business looking to get a better handle on maturation of business problems into ideas which can then becom

6. Engagement
Users appreciate the high level of engagement fostered by Ideawake, making idea sharing effortless and collaborative.
See 3 mentions

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FS

Frank S.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Assocaite Engagement"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake is awesome to share ideas and wins. The ease of use allows associates to interact and share their ideas. Sharing ideas couldnt be easier a

Josh R.
JR

Josh R.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Just buy the software and move on...it's that good."

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake has been a critial piece of our innovation platform here at UW-Stout. The platform itself is very user friendly and easy to pickup. But, the

7. Customer Support
Users value the unmatched customer support from Ideawake, ensuring help is always available when needed.
See 2 mentions

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Verified User
E

Verified User

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Intuitive and high impact innovation platform"

What do you like about Ideawake?

We used Ideawake to run a company-wide innovation challenge, strengthen our innovation culture and generate new hardware, software and service ideas.

Tammie H.
TH

Tammie H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Excellent service!"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake is a good product; it helps or organization track new ideas from start to finish. It is easy to use with little or no training required for e

8. Response Time
Users commend the quick response time of Ideawake's support team, enhancing their overall experience significantly.
See 2 mentions

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NH

Navaneeth H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake has truly been a game changer for us this year. The platform stands out for its simplicity and intuitive design, making it incredibly easy to

Tammie H.
TH

Tammie H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Excellent service!"

What do you like about Ideawake?

Ideawake is a good product; it helps or organization track new ideas from start to finish. It is easy to use with little or no training required for e

Top Cons or Disadvantages of Ideawake

1. Limited Reporting
Users believe the limited reporting capabilities hinder data navigation and analytics extraction in Ideawake.
See 4 mentions

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NH

Navaneeth H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Extract detailed analytics or insights from ideation events. The navigation within the reporting features can also be unintuitive Additionally, the pl

Josh R.
JR

Josh R.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Just buy the software and move on...it's that good."

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

There have been a few user experience tweaks and reporting changes we would like to see. The folks at Ideawake have been receptive and have been great

2. Difficult Navigation
Users find difficult navigation within Ideawake's reporting features, hindering access to detailed analytics and insights.
See 2 mentions

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NH

Navaneeth H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Extract detailed analytics or insights from ideation events. The navigation within the reporting features can also be unintuitive Additionally, the pl

FS

Frank S.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Assocaite Engagement"

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Not much tio share here, the reporting by associate could be easier to navigate and provide more data.

3. Inadequate Filtering
Users struggle with inadequate filtering, leading to difficulties in tracking contributions and prioritizing impactful ideas.
See 2 mentions

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NH

Navaneeth H.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

4.5/5

"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Extract detailed analytics or insights from ideation events. The navigation within the reporting features can also be unintuitive Additionally, the pl

SR

Shreya R.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"The Platform "Ideawake" is so far interactive and simple to use. Also the team is supportive."

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

one thing I find challenging about the Ideawake platform is that sometimes the volume of ideas can be overwhelming, making it a bit difficult to keep

4. Idea Duplication
Users find it challenging to manage the overwhelming volume of duplicate ideas, complicating tracking and prioritization.
See 1 mentions

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SR

Shreya R.

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"The Platform "Ideawake" is so far interactive and simple to use. Also the team is supportive."

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

one thing I find challenging about the Ideawake platform is that sometimes the volume of ideas can be overwhelming, making it a bit difficult to keep

5. Learning Curve
Users find the steep learning curve challenging, as customization leads to complexity and requires trial and error.
See 1 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

4.0/5

"Customisable platform for detailed workflows"

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Learning curve to get things set up. The double edge nature of things being customisable, they are then more complex to learn. Takes some trial and er

6. Outdated Interface
Users feel the interface is outdated, though they acknowledge its intuitive and powerful functionality.
See 1 mentions

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Verified User
A

Verified User

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

5.0/5

"Easy and effective"

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Interface could use a bit of modernization, but that said the functionality is intuitive and powerful.

7. UX Issues
Users desire UX improvements and reporting changes, but appreciate Ideawake's receptiveness to feedback.
See 1 mentions

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Josh R.
JR

Josh R.

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

5.0/5

"Just buy the software and move on...it's that good."

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

There have been a few user experience tweaks and reporting changes we would like to see. The folks at Ideawake have been receptive and have been great

Ideawake Reviews (46)

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NH
Director
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Accelerate your innovation journey with Ideawake"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

Ideawake has truly been a game changer for us this year. The platform stands out for its simplicity and intuitive design, making it incredibly easy to use for both participants and administrators. Unlike other platforms, the learning curve is minimal, which has helped us scale adoption quickly. Over the past six months, we've been consistently impressed by the responsive customer support and the modern, user-friendly features. Its ability to integrate seamlessly with our existing systems has further enhanced our experience, making Ideawake a valuable tool in driving innovation across the organization." Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Extract detailed analytics or insights from ideation events. The navigation within the reporting features can also be unintuitive Additionally, the platform lacks filtering ideas just like excel and also idea tracking feature Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AS
Director of Engineering
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Fantastic Tool Driven by Incredible Team"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

From the initial "interview" with the Ideawake team to see if they could meet our needs, I knew we'd found a partner in success rather than just another SaaS offering to spend money on. There was willingness to walk through what we hoped to get out of the tool and create a implementation which satisfied our goals. Throughout the integration process and launch, the tool itself has been solid — but it’s the team behind the scenes that has truly been amazing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

There were a couple of features on the roadmap at the time of integration we were able to find temporary solutions for. This was our only hiccup and even this was resolved as soon as new features were released (which happens quite often!). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SR
Management Trainee
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"The Platform "Ideawake" is so far interactive and simple to use. Also the team is supportive."
What do you like best about Ideawake?

I like best about the Ideawake platform is its user-friendly interface that makes idea sharing and collaboration seamless. The platform empowers everyone to contribute their insights easily, fostering a culture of open innovation. I appreciate how it keeps me connected with diverse perspectives and helps turn creative ideas into actionable solutions efficiently. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

one thing I find challenging about the Ideawake platform is that sometimes the volume of ideas can be overwhelming, making it a bit difficult to keep track of all contributions and follow up on the most impactful ones. Additionally, I feel there could be more features to help prioritize and organize ideas for easier evaluation and implementation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

AH
Senior Administrative Analyst
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Ideawake For Employee Engagement"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

The entire process from start to finish has been a great experience. Both Coby and Hanna have been responsive and helpful throughout the entire process from implementation to full roll out. Hanna continues to be our main contact and has been easily accessible and is always ready to help us resolve concerns or answer questions. The system is great and customizable. Our agency uses the software as a general suggestion program and customization has helped us reach our goals in offering employees a safe and confidential place to leave honest feedback. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

There are some concerns with preferred customization of forms and images however anytime that we request that they look into a matter, it is considered for future roll outs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Industrial Automation
EI
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Intuitive and high impact innovation platform"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

We used Ideawake to run a company-wide innovation challenge, strengthen our innovation culture and generate new hardware, software and service ideas. From minimal IT implementation through a custom program design, the Ideawake team were practical, responsive, and a pleasure to work with - Coby and Hanna are rockstars and provided top-notch customer support.

The platform had every capability we needed and flexed to our workflow, scoring criteria, and custom dashboards. After a short overview, our admins were fully comfortable fine-tuning the back end. On the front end, usability was stellar—we didn’t receive a single question about logging in, posting, commenting, or voting.

We set clear KPIs and the Ideawake dashboards were able to mirror them, making it easy to track progress and focus follow-ups. We also suggested a couple enhancements; Ideawake incorporated them into their release cycle, and we’ve seen steady improvements over the past few months.

Bottom line: we exceeded our goals, drove broad engagement, and surfaced high-quality ideas now feeding our product roadmaps. I can’t imagine achieving the same impact running this manually without Ideawake. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Nothing material. We requested a few enhancements along the way and the Ideawake team added them to their release cycle; we’ve seen continuous improvement in the platform capabilities over the time we've been using it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Tammie H.
TH
Senior Director of Project Management
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"Excellent service!"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

Ideawake is a good product; it helps or organization track new ideas from start to finish. It is easy to use with little or no training required for end users. The team has been very responsive to our issues and we have built an excellent rapport with our support team! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Our implementation included a migration of data from an old system over to Ideawake. We were able to map the majority of our data from our old system over to Ideawake, but getting the proper reports/dashboards set up has been a bit challenging as there were key metrics that we wanted to continue reporting the same way we did in the past. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

SJ
GLOBAL CATEGORY MANAGER
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"IDEAWAKE for Perfetti Van Melle"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

1. Interface is intuitive - easy to use

2. Minimal training required to get along

3. Platform solves the purpose very well

4. Assigning workflows to the ideas Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Sometimes too many features make it confusing. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Pharmaceuticals
AP
Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
"A very flexible and easy-to-use innovation management platform at a good price!"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

Ideawake is an easy-to-use platform for any business looking to get a better handle on maturation of business problems into ideas which can then become implemented solutions. It outperforms other options like using SharePoint or Azure DevOps to achieve the same result because it offers a user-friendly frontend experience that is easy for employees to interact with. There is a high degree of flexibility in the ability to set up submission forms and workflows. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

There is very little to criticise. During our implementation phase of the product we would occasionally come across minor bugs, but the Ideawake team was quick to incorporate them into their development cycles and inform when it could expect to be fixed. A workaround was usually offered as a stopgap during this period. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Libraries
AL
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
"Customisable platform for detailed workflows"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

How easy people can submit ideas and how you can move them through a custom pipeline Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Learning curve to get things set up. The double edge nature of things being customisable, they are then more complex to learn. Takes some trial and error. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Martin S.
MS
Operations Lead
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
"Giving ideas life"
What do you like best about Ideawake?

The ability to methodically work through ideas from all level of employees. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Ideawake?

Nothing comes to mind. Interface is user friendly and easy to navigate. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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