Criterion HCM vs. PeopleStrong

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Criterion HCM
Score 6.9 out of 10
Enterprise companies (1,001+ employees)
Criterion provides human capital management (HCM) software for midmarket organizations in construction, financial services, nonprofits and higher education, empowering them to streamline their critical HR, payroll, talent engagement, and workforce management processes.N/A
PeopleStrong
Score 9.9 out of 10
N/A
PeopleStrong HCM is a cloud-based solution which provides visibility across the talent acquisition process creating a “kiosk-simple” experience designed to free up users and allow them to focus on important aspects like sourcing, managing candidates and stakeholder experience with smart sourcing, managing and reporting techniques. PeopleStrong HCM is aimed to simplify and automate the whole HR information system. The system offers users to manage a database of employees in a secure…N/A
Pricing
Criterion HCMPeopleStrong
Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Criterion HCMPeopleStrong
Free Trial
NoYes
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeNo setup fee
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
Criterion HCMPeopleStrong
Features
Criterion HCMPeopleStrong
Human Resource Management
Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
5.3
1 Ratings
39% below category average
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
24% above category average
Employee demographic data5.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Employment history5.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.6.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Job profiles and administration00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Organizational charting00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Organization and location management00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Payroll Management
Comparison of Payroll Management features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
5.0
1 Ratings
46% below category average
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
23% above category average
Pay calculation5.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Off-cycle/On-Demand payment5.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Benefit plan administration5.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Direct deposit files5.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Salary revision and increment management5.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Reimbursement management00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Leave and Attendance Management
Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
4.0
1 Ratings
67% below category average
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
22% above category average
Approval workflow4.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Balance details4.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Employee Self Service
Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
4.0
1 Ratings
67% below category average
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
21% above category average
View and generate pay and benefit information4.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Update personal information4.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
View company policy documentation00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Employee recognition00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
View job history00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Onboarding
Comparison of Onboarding features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
1.0
1 Ratings
155% below category average
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
23% above category average
New hire portal1.01 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Manager tracking tools00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
HR Reporting
Comparison of HR Reporting features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
-
Ratings
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
28% above category average
Report builder00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Pre-built reports00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Ability to combine HR data with external data00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Performance and Goals
Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
-
Ratings
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
23% above category average
Corporate goal setting00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Individual goal setting00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Line-of sight-visibility00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Performance tracking00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Performance Management
Comparison of Performance Management features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
-
Ratings
PeopleStrong
10.0
2 Ratings
24% above category average
Performance plans00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Performance improvement plans00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Review status tracking00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Review reminders00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Multiple review frequency00 Ratings10.02 Ratings
Recruiting / ATS
Comparison of Recruiting / ATS features of Product A and Product B
Criterion HCM
-
Ratings
PeopleStrong
10.0
1 Ratings
26% above category average
Job Requisition Management00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Company Website Posting00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Publish to Social Media00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Job Search Site Posting00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Duplicate Candidate Prevention00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Applicant Tracking00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
Notifications and Alerts00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
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Enterprises
PeopleStrong
PeopleStrong
Score 9.9 out of 10
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Score 7.1 out of 10
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User Ratings
Criterion HCMPeopleStrong
Likelihood to Recommend
1.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
1.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Usability
1.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
1.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
Implementation Rating
1.0
(1 ratings)
-
(0 ratings)
User Testimonials
Criterion HCMPeopleStrong
Likelihood to Recommend
Criterion HCM
We have not been happy with the functionality or reporting reports with this software. Numerous issues with employees not being able to clock in and out of the system. Employees' time sheets disappearing. Quarterly reports not matching to totals on batch payroll reports. Does not have the capability to electronically submit w-2's to state reporting agencies.
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PeopleStrong
As we are all working online, and sometimes employees have to be on fieldwork PeopleStrong have the option of location-based check-in which makes it very convenient to ensure work is happening. Every document has to be verified and passed on in the software hence assuring no forgery is happening. As a user, I am able to set goals and achieve them, view my employment history definitely gives a sense of self-achievement too. The constant reminders ensure all assigned tasks are met and completed. I do not see any inappropriate instance, as this has been anything but very useful for our organization.
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Pros
Criterion HCM
  • changes in pay rates
  • rehiring employees
  • payroll calculations
  • assisting with PTO accruals
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PeopleStrong
  • Salary Slips are updated on the portal and a person can access those slips from the joining date also.
  • Calender provides a data of the events which are lined up through the company for the future time.
  • An Employee can check the leaves and the history of leaves applied in history
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Cons
Criterion HCM
  • payroll reports
  • state filing of W-2s
  • support
  • implementation
  • employees access to W-2
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PeopleStrong
  • The user interface
  • Reduce workflow / approval is needed
  • Easier navigations
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Likelihood to Renew
Criterion HCM
We are changing to another payroll/HR vendor.
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PeopleStrong
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Usability
Criterion HCM
too many instances of errors, unable to access program/time sheets
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PeopleStrong
PeopleStrong is a great platform. When businesses optimize the use of PeopleStrong, they can drive long-term benefits such as talent retention, reduced administrative costs, and enhanced overall workforce performance, ultimately contributing to a strong return on investment that effectively implement and adopt the platform, leading to improved HR processes, cost savings, and enhanced employee engagement.
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Support Rating
Criterion HCM
Support is very slow to correct issues. I have actually reported an issue then 2-3 hours later received screen shots where they were able to do what we could not as though we were doing something different that usual. They are quick to say it is user error. Took too long to correct payroll reports and reports still do not reconcile. Very difficult to complete quarterly and annual reporting.
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PeopleStrong
No answers on this topic
Implementation Rating
Criterion HCM
Had to continually repeat our information. Kept getting us confused with another client.
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PeopleStrong
No answers on this topic
Alternatives Considered
Criterion HCM
When reviewing the various software before selecting Criterion HCM, it appeared to be the best choice and value. During implementation (which took nine months with us having to do most of the work) we realized we were not given accurate information regarding the software
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PeopleStrong
I haven't used any other platform other than Peoplestrong.
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Return on Investment
Criterion HCM
  • does not impact our ROI
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PeopleStrong
  • Increase recruitment process
  • Saves time
  • Database management
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