Namely Features
Core HR (6)
Organization Management
Organizes employees in an org structure that can be used throughout the application for reporting, permissions, etc. This feature was mentioned in 139 Namely reviews.
Time, Attendance, and PTO
Based on 149 Namely reviews. Tracks time, attendance, paid time-off (PTO), sick time, schedules, and other workforce-related information.
Expense Management
As reported in 64 Namely reviews. Contains functionality for employees to submit expenses reports and track reimbursments
Salary Structures
As reported in 101 Namely reviews. Manages position descriptions and pay grades/structures for each role
Compliance
Helps protect risk areas by ensuring compliance standards are met through tracking and reporting 97 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
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 This feature was mentioned in 136 Namely reviews.
Platform (16)
Customization
Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views. This feature was mentioned in 112 Namely reviews.
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. 85 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Internationalization
As reported in 66 Namely reviews. Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.
User, Role, and Access Management
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, and groups. 120 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Performance
Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. 119 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Mobility
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. 94 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Reporting
Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. 116 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Dashboards
Based on 111 Namely reviews. Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline.
Reporting
As reported in 55 Namely reviews. Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
APIs / 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. 36 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
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. This feature was mentioned in 50 Namely reviews.
Mobile User Support
Based on 39 Namely reviews. Allows software to be easily used on multiple mobile devices include phone and tablet devices.
Reporting and Dashboards
Based on 108 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
User, Role, and Access Management
Based on 109 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.
Performance and Reliability
Based on 114 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. 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
Based on 101 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows.
Time Tracking (2)
Ease of Completing Timesheets
Timesheet entry takes little time and is intuitive for new users 71 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Billable Time Rate Management
Allows users and administrators to adjust rates based on user, role, task, project assignments, etc. This feature was mentioned in 32 Namely reviews.
Mobile Time Tracking (1)
Time Tracking
Allows users to track and enter time spent on project tasks from mobile device. 45 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Administration (14)
Business Tool Integration
Based on 39 Namely reviews. Provides standard connectors for popular Finance, Payroll, HRMS and CRM systems
Workflow
Based on 51 Namely reviews. Routes Timesheets, Invoices, Expense reports through approval process. Easy to maintain and administer
Automated Reminders
Sends automatic reminders to employees that have not completed expenses reports and/or timesheets 45 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Policy Compliance Management
Enables administrators to create rules that enforce compliances of corporate time and expense policies 38 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
User, Role, and Access Management
Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. 52 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Payroll Entry
Based on 110 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked.
Time Off Accrual
Based on 104 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days.
Direct Deposit
Based on 131 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts.
Expense Reimbursement
Based on 47 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases.
Pre-tax Deductions
Based on 100 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks.
Wage Garnishment
Based on 69 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks.
Approvals
Based on 95 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver.
Check/W-2 Printing
Based on 89 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows administrators to print valid paychecks and W-2 forms.
Check/W-2 Delivery
Based on 96 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Sends printed checks to administrator to distribute to employees.
Employee Self Service (3)
Web Portal
Based on 133 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information.
Benefits Manager
Based on 109 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers.
Mobile
Based on 97 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website.
Taxes (3)
Tax Calculation
Based on 93 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance.
Tax Filing
Based on 83 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes.
Automatic Tax Payment
Based on 79 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government.
Integration (4)
API / Integration
Based on 59 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. 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
Based on 59 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems.
Accounting Integration
Based on 49 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Provides standard integration with third party accounting software.
Core HR Integration
Based on 73 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Provides standard integration with third party core HR software.
Workforce Management Platform Features (7)
Shift Scheduling
Based on 21 Namely reviews. Plan employee work shifts according to availability and provide notifications to employees when they are scheduled.
Time & Attendance Tracking
Based on 50 Namely reviews. Let employees track the hours they have worked through integrations with time tracking products or built in time tracking features.
Absence & Leave Management
Employees can submit paid time off (PTO) or leave of absence requests that managers can approve or deny within the platform. This feature was mentioned in 61 Namely reviews.
Skills Management
Based on 36 Namely reviews. Organize, sort, and view employees based on skills and qualifications in order to make smarter workforce decisions.
Workforce Analytics
Tools designed to help analyze employee data and develop baselines for evaluating and optimizing workforce management. 42 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Self-Service Capabilities
As reported in 59 Namely reviews. Web portals through which employees can view their schedules, submit PTO requests, configure work availability and preferences, and self-schedule from available work times.
Mobile Shift Scheduling
Managers and employees can create or claim available work shifts and receive notifications on their mobile device. 22 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Benefits Administration Platform Features (19)
Benefits Record Management
As reported in 113 Namely reviews. Track and manage employee benefits information and eligibility information within a centralized database.
Enrollment Planning
Facilitate employee enrollment in health insurance plans during open enrollment and special enrollment periods. Make changes to benefits data in real time. 99 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Third-Party Carrier Integration
As reported in 72 Namely reviews. Access a unique marketplace of benefits products provided by third-party carriers. Select from pre-built bundles or customize your own bundles within the system to offer to your employees.
Document Management
Store and organize on-boarding benefits documents such as I-9s, W-4s, W-9s, and other employee agreements. This feature was mentioned in 95 Namely reviews.
Total Compensation Statements
Prepare ad-hoc and historical total compensation statements for employees. Employees can access statements to find a comprehensive view of their compensation, including benefits, wages, and stock options. This feature was mentioned in 84 Namely reviews.
Self-Service Portal
As reported in 112 Namely reviews. Allow employees to log in and review the details of their employee benefits program elections 24/7 and make changes and enroll in benefits as required.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with federal and state benefits regulations, including the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). This feature was mentioned in 74 Namely reviews.
Mobile Benefits Access
Based on 75 Namely reviews. Provide access to employee benefits information including ID numbers, deductibles, in- and out-of-network costs, and more.
Benefits Record Management
As reported in 113 Namely reviews. Track and manage employee benefits information and eligibility information within a centralized database.
Enrollment Planning
Based on 99 Namely reviews. Facilitate employee enrollment in health insurance plans during open enrollment and special enrollment periods. Make changes to benefits data in real time.
Third-Party Carrier Integration
Access a unique marketplace of benefits products provided by third-party carriers. Select from pre-built bundles or customize your own bundles within the system to offer to your employees. 72 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Document Management
As reported in 95 Namely reviews. Store and organize on-boarding benefits documents such as I-9s, W-4s, W-9s, and other employee agreements.
Total Compensation Statements
Based on 84 Namely reviews. Prepare ad-hoc and historical total compensation statements for employees. Employees can access statements to find a comprehensive view of their compensation, including benefits, wages, and stock options.
Self-Service Portal
Based on 112 Namely reviews. Allow employees to log in and review the details of their employee benefits program elections 24/7 and make changes and enroll in benefits as required.
Regulatory Compliance
As reported in 74 Namely reviews. Ensure compliance with federal and state benefits regulations, including the Consolidated Omnibus Reconciliation Act (COBRA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
Benefits Dashboards
An easy to read, often single page, real-time user interface, showing a graphical presentation of the current status and historical trends of benefits data to enable instantaneous and informed decisions to be made at a glance. This feature was mentioned in 94 Namely reviews.
Mobile Benefits Access
Provide access to employee benefits information including ID numbers, deductibles, in- and out-of-network costs, and more. This feature was mentioned in 75 Namely reviews.
Integrations / APIs
Based on 65 Namely reviews. The platform can integrate with HR and payroll software to manage employee data such as new hires, general profiles, salary changes, benefit deductions, and terminations into a single system of record.
Mobility
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. 13 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Platform Content (4)
Forms Library
Provides users with a pre-built library of templated forms related to the hiring process. 25 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
E-Forms
Based on 26 Namely reviews. Provides electronic forms for employees to complete.
E-Signature
Enables new hires to sign forms electronically. 28 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Background Checks
Enables the employer to perform background checks. This feature was mentioned in 20 Namely reviews.
Platform Additional Functionality (4)
Self-Service Portal
Enables employees to login and view their onboarding process. This feature was mentioned in 26 Namely reviews.
Compliance Training
As reported in 18 Namely reviews. Provides training on relevant compliance issues.
Automated Onboarding Workflows
Provides workflows which track new hire progress. 25 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Onboarding Notifications
As reported in 26 Namely reviews. Provides notifications about the onboarding process to both the new hire and manager.
Platform Data (2)
Onboarding Process Reporting
Based on 22 Namely reviews. Provides holistic Metrics on the onboarding process.
Visualization
As reported in 21 Namely reviews. Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows.
Automation (1)
Process Automation
As reported in 15 Namely reviews. Automate processes and eliminate errors associated with requesting, approving, and tracking paid and unpaid time off.
Logistics (3)
Dashboards & Reporting
Based on 17 Namely reviews. 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. This feature was mentioned in 14 Namely reviews.
Lanuguage Options
Based on 13 Namely reviews. Provide multiple language options for a global user base.
Management (7)
Schedule Creation Tools
As reported in 13 Namely reviews. Tools that help in scheduling and shift creation and management.
Schedule Management
As reported in 15 Namely reviews. Tools that manage vacation, holidays, absences, breaks, and overtime.
Employee Leave Management
As reported in 16 Namely reviews. Manage employee's eligibility for paid and unpaid leave based on criteria including vacation, sick time and more.
User Access
As reported in 20 Namely reviews. Grant access to select features and data based on the users' role, both internally and externally.
User Role Access
As reported in 18 Namely reviews. Provides employees self service access and managers a centralized view.
Employee Information
Ability to manage employee information. 21 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Employee Information Automation
Automate employee promotions and position changes and company policy changes. This feature was mentioned in 16 Namely reviews.
Monitoring (3)
Regulations Enforcement
Enforce federal, state, and organization regulations. 12 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Compliance Monitoring
Monitor and maintain compliance. This feature was mentioned in 15 Namely reviews.
Integration
Provide integrations with payroll software. This feature was mentioned in 18 Namely reviews.
Recruiting and Onboarding (2)
Interview Scheduling
As reported in 16 Namely reviews. Coordinates interview scheduling via email, phone, or text
Onboarding
Tracks key steps in onboarding process including new employee orientation and employee payroll documents. This feature was mentioned in 27 Namely reviews.
Performance reviews (3)
360 Reviews
Based on 30 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Facilitates 360-degree feedback between managers, employees, and peers.
Customizable Forms
Based on 29 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Provides customizable employee review forms and questions.
Review Status Tracking
Based on 33 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Tracks completion status of employee reviews.
Goals (2)
Goal-Setting
Based on 32 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Facilitates goal-setting for individual employees and tracks progress toward goals.
Company Goals And OKRs
Based on 27 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Manages high-level company priorities or Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and aligns them with employee goals.
Feedback (4)
Continuous Feedback
Collects continuous feedback for employees; facilitates recording and storage of ongoing notes about each individual’s performance. 28 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Requesting Feedback
Allows employees or managers to request feedback from other employees. 27 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
1-On-1 Meetings
Based on 24 Namely reviews. 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. 32 reviewers of Namely have provided feedback on this feature.
Data (2)
Dashboards And Reports
Based on 36 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Generates in-depth visual dashboards and reports based on employee performance data.
Historical Data
Based on 38 Namely reviews and verified by the G2 Product R&D team. Retains historical performance review data or integrates with third-party applications where historical data can be maintained.
Generative AI (6)
AI Text Generation
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Text Generation
Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt.
AI Text Summarization
Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary.
AI Image-to-Text
Converts images into a textual description, identifying key elements.
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
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
Technology Glossary Features
View definitions of the features and discover new technology terms.
Labor forecasting is the process of predicting future labor needs. Learn more about forecasting staffing needs, different prediction methods, and how to implement a unique strategy.
Enrollment planning is an institution's attempt to identify, attract, enroll, retain, and graduate a student population aligned with the institution’s purpose and goals while ensuring financial viability. Learn more about enrollment planning and best practices to follow for strategic enrollment management.
Policy and compliance management is a process to centrally manage standards, policies, and internal control processes cross-mapped to external regulatory standards. Learn more about policy and compliance management best practices and the associated benefits.
Shift scheduling is the process of creating work schedules to support company needs and employee satisfaction. Learn more about shift scheduling and how to create a successful process.
Wage garnishment can take its toll not only on employees but also on employers. Learn more about wage garnishment, how it can impact a business, and what to do if an employee receives a garnishment of their wages.





