Xref Features
Platform (8)
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 210 Xref reviews.
Integration APIs
As reported in 161 Xref 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. This feature was mentioned in 157 Xref reviews.
User, Role, and Access Management
As reported in 203 Xref reviews. 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. This feature was mentioned in 220 Xref reviews.
Mobility
Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. This feature was mentioned in 206 Xref reviews.
Reporting
As reported in 193 Xref reviews. Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.
Dashboards
As reported in 212 Xref reviews. Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline.
Platform Basics (6)
Performance Benchmarking
Based on 31 Xref reviews. Compare survey results to industry benchmarks to locate key areas for improvement. Evaluate survey results at either a high-level or individual employee level.
Reporting & Dashboards
As reported in 31 Xref reviews. 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.
Interoperability
As reported in 28 Xref reviews. Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.
Optimization
Optimized for any device for candidates and referees' ease-of-use. 279 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
Interoperability
Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows. This feature was mentioned in 240 Xref reviews.
Performance
Based on 295 Xref reviews. Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
Platform Content (7)
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. 31 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
Survey Customization
Customize various components of surveys, including individual questions, distribution frequency, audience size, and anonymity. 32 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
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.
Science-based templates
As reported in 29 Xref reviews. Provides content templates built by academics and/or practitioners and leverage science and research.
Templates
As reported in 287 Xref reviews. Pre-built or cusomizable referench check templates.
Automated
Based on 289 Xref reviews. Automated process for quick response and bulk reference checks.
Reports
As reported in 277 Xref reviews. Reports with detailed analysis sent to employer.
Platform Additional Functionality (8)
Employee Segmenting
As reported in 32 Xref reviews. 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
As reported in 239 Xref reviews. Integrates with additional solutions such as background check and ATS.
Identity verification
As reported in 263 Xref reviews. Verifyies identity of candidates.
Fraud detection
System notifies employers if it detects potentially fraudulent cases. 282 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
Custom branding
Customizable with company logo, name, and click-through link, to name a few. This feature was mentioned in 274 Xref reviews.
Platform Data (4)
Visualization
Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows. 276 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
Security and Compliance
Adheres to best practice for risk, security, and quality control. This feature was mentioned in 293 Xref reviews.
Alerts and Notifications
Sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message regarding all reference checks. This feature was mentioned in 300 Xref reviews.
GDPR Compliant
Platform compliant with all GDPR requirements. 230 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
Performance reviews (2)
customizable forms
As reported in 16 Xref reviews. Provides customizable employee review surveys and questionnaires.
360 reviews
Based on 16 Xref reviews. Facilitates 360-degree feedback between managers, employees, and peers.
Feedback (2)
requesting feedback
Based on 16 Xref reviews. Allows employees or managers to request feedback from other employees.
continuous feedback
Collects continuous feedback, or regular exchanges of feedback between employees. This feature was mentioned in 16 Xref reviews.
Data (2)
Dashboard and Reporting
Generates in-depth visual dashboards and reports based on employee performance data. 16 reviewers of Xref have provided feedback on this feature.
Historical Analysis
Based on 16 Xref reviews. Retains historical performance review data or integrates with third-party applications where historical data can be maintained.






