[ Oyster Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/oyster-oyster/reviews) [ Oyster Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/oyster-oyster/reviews) # Oyster Features ##### ## Platform (15) 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. Internationalization 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. 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. Tools Tools that manage time tracking, payroll, benefits, and compliance. Management Optimize employee life cycle management from onboarding to retirement. Access Access to a comprehensive range of services across HR, talent, benefits, and compliance. Show More ##### ## Employee Self Service (3) Web Portal Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information. Benefits Manager Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers. Mobile Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website. 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. Approvals Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver. Show More ##### ## Taxes (3) 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. Automatic Tax Payment Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government. Show More ##### ## Integration (7) 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. HR/HCM Ability to integrate with multiple HR and HCM software solutions. Finance Provides integration with accounting and ERP software. Other Integration with other corporate software solutions such as travel and expense. Show More ##### ## Platform Content (7) 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. Contracts Creates new or templated contracts for freelance and extended workforce. Show More ##### ## Platform Additional Functionality (7) 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. Onboarding Onboard workers via online, classroom, or external training. Portal Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access. Show More ##### ## Platform Data (3) Time-to-Productivity Reporting Provides metrics on the time it takes a new hire to reach productivity. Onboarding Process Reporting Provides holistic Metrics on the onboarding process. Visualization Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows. Show More ##### ## Compliance (6) Compliance Support Compliance support for employer liability, HR best practices, legal and workplace risks and liabilities. Safety Program Safety program that follows OSHA regulations, limits regulatory penalties, and includes a dedicated safety representative. Certified Assistance Provides IRS-certified withholding, reporting, and payment of federal employment tax obligations as well as determining federal tax credits. Governance Offer standard processes and workflows across countries to reduce the risk of noncompliance. Country-Specific Provide documents and templates for country-specific payroll compliance. Internal Policies Deliver templates and workflows to create and enforce internal policies for global payroll. Show More ##### ## Support (7) Scale Scale PEO services to match every business's needs. Specialist Guidance Specialists provide guidance to help businesses evaluate all PEO service options. Consulting HR consulting provides additional support and guidance around best practices when dealing with leaves of absence, terminating employees, corporate wellness, and managing overtime. Invoicing Detailed invoicing itemizes all costs and services. Implementation Implementation services to help set up account, import data, and learn how to use associated platform. Support Administrator and employee access to help and support resources. Assistance Access to HR and payroll advice, support, and educational assistance. Show More ##### ## Processing (4) Multi Country Ability to process payroll in multiple countries, languages, and currencies. Data Consolidation Consolidate and map payroll data from various sources in various formats. Data Quality Include tools and best practices for payroll data accuracy checks and controls. Rules Define and implement payroll processing logic for earning, deductions, bonuses, and other types of revenue. Show More ##### ## Reporting (3) Benchmarking Define local and global benchmarks to assess the competitiveness of compensation strategies. Cost Tracking Analyse payroll costs across multiple countries and business entities, or by employee role. Dashboards Dashboards can be used to manage payroll for a global or local workforce. Show More ##### ## Platform Basics (8) Interoperability Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows. Performance Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Portal Contains a portal to facilitate third-party or client application access. Payment Contains built-in payment processing capabilities or integrates with payment processing software Project Management Manages budgets and deadlines. Dashboard Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with. Performance Performs and secures payments efficiently on both the user and the consumer ends Portal Contains a portal to facilitate contractor access to payments Show More ##### ## Platform Performance (1) Reporting Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Show More ##### ## Platform Functionality (1) Document management Manages necessary docuements for ease of visibiltiy and access. 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 Administration (3) Integrations Integrates with third-party HR software, such as systems for payroll, time & attendance, or core HR. Compliance Maintains compliance with payroll regulations. Reporting Provides analytics tools that reveal payment metrics of contractors over time Show More ##### ## Platform Payment Content (2) Document management Manages necessary information of contractors for ease of visibiltiy and access. Invoicing Tool Generates invoices from HR departments for managing freelance, contract, and extended workforce. Show More ##### ## Intermediate GEP features (2) International Hiring Support Users can hire international contractors from the platform. Pre-built Integrations Has built-in integrations or interoperability with other HR software. Show More ##### ## Other GEP Features (2) Compliance Managenent Assists with compliance management. Hiring Support Useful as a core HR/HRIS product in addition to talent acquisition. Show More ##### ## Compatability (3) HCM and HRMS Integrates with HR suites such as an HRIS, HCM, or HRMS. Entrepreneur Scalable to handle small and larger volumes of workers for eterprise and startup applications. Immigration and Relocation Manages immigration or relocation process. Show More ##### ## Benefits (2) Branded Shopping Provides marketplace with rewards, deals, or other incentives on shopping/merchandize for employees as a perk. Other Benefits Handles reitrement, insurance, workers comp, and other benefits for employees. Show More ##### ## Generative AI (3) 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 Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. 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 ##### ## Expanded Functionality - Employer of Record (EOR) (3) M&A Supports hiring and employment transitions during mergers, acquisitions, or entity changes. Enterprise Consulting Provides expertise or HR consulting for complex employment scenarios beyond standard hiring needs. Contractor Management Supports both employee and contractor management across global markets. Show More ##### ## Core Functionality - Employer of Record (EOR) (1) Compliance Maintains compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and other employment across countries. Show More ##### ## AI Capabilities - Employer of Record (EOR) (2) AI Automation Uses automation or AI to streamline compliance guidance and employment workflows. AI Agent Comes with an agentic agent capable of handling EOR activities with little human-in-the-loop intervention necessary. 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