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ZenHR Features

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Core HR

  • Organization Management
  • Time, Attendance, and PTO
  • Expense Management
  • Salary Structures
  • Compliance
  • Benefits Administration

Platform

  • Reporting and Dashboards
  • Performance and Reliability
  • Scalability

Employee Self Service

  • Web Portal
  • Mobile

Management

  • Employee Leave Management
  • User Access
  • User Role Access
  • Employee Information

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Core HR

Organization Management

Based on 14 ZenHR reviews. Organizes employees in an org structure that can be used throughout the application for reporting, permissions, etc.
89%
(Based on 14 reviews)

Time, Attendance, and PTO

As reported in 15 ZenHR reviews. Tracks time, attendance, paid time-off (PTO), sick time, schedules, and other workforce-related information.
91%
(Based on 15 reviews)

Expense Management

Contains functionality for employees to submit expenses reports and track reimbursments This feature was mentioned in 15 ZenHR reviews.
91%
(Based on 15 reviews)

Salary Structures

Based on 14 ZenHR reviews. Manages position descriptions and pay grades/structures for each role
92%
(Based on 14 reviews)

Compliance

Helps protect risk areas by ensuring compliance standards are met through tracking and reporting 14 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
90%
(Based on 14 reviews)

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 13 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
90%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Platform

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 11 ZenHR reviews.
88%
(Based on 11 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.

Not enough data

Internationalization

Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.

Not enough data

User, Role, and Access Management

Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. This feature was mentioned in 11 ZenHR reviews.
91%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Performance

Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. This feature was mentioned in 12 ZenHR reviews.
90%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Mobility

Based on 12 ZenHR reviews. Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.
94%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Reporting

Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.

Not enough data

Dashboards

Based on 10 ZenHR reviews. Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.
93%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Reporting

Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.

Not enough data

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.

Not enough data

Internationalization

Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies.

Not enough data

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.

Not enough data

Mobile User Support

Allows software to be easily used on multiple mobile devices include phone and tablet devices.

Not enough data

Offline

Provides users ability to create and access expense reports/timesheets while not connected to internet.

Not enough data

Reporting and Dashboards

Based on 14 ZenHR reviews. Access pre-built and custom reports and dashboards.
88%
(Based on 14 reviews)

User, Role, and Access Management

Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc. This feature was mentioned in 12 ZenHR reviews.
86%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Performance and Reliability

As reported in 13 ZenHR reviews. 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.
87%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Scalability

Based on 13 ZenHR reviews. Allows administrator to easily add employees and grow payroll process as their company grows.
79%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Time Tracking

Ease of Completing Timesheets

Timesheet entry takes little time and is intuitive for new users

Not enough data

Tracking Time to Project/Task

Users can easily track time based on task or activity and assign to projects

Not enough data

Billable Time Rate Management

Allows users and administrators to adjust rates based on user, role, task, project assignments, etc.

Not enough data

Client Invoicing

Invoice Creation and Delivery

Ability to create and send printable or electronic invoices. Includes standard invoice style library that can be customized/branded.

Not enough data

Electronic Payments

Accepts electronic payments from clients

Not enough data

Project Accounting / Revenue Recognition

Provides adequate reporting and/or can integrate to AP systems to recognize revenue appropriately

Not enough data

Mobile Time Tracking

Time Tracking

Allows users to track and enter time spent on project tasks from mobile device. 10 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
92%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Administration

Business Tool Integration

Provides standard connectors for popular Finance, Payroll, HRMS and CRM systems

Not enough data

Workflow

Routes Timesheets, Invoices, Expense reports through approval process. Easy to maintain and administer

Not enough data

Automated Reminders

Sends automatic reminders to employees that have not completed expenses reports and/or timesheets

Not enough data

Policy Compliance ManagementView full feature definition

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Enables administrators to create rules that enforce compliances of corporate time and expense policies

Not enough data

User, Role, and Access Management

Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.

Not enough data

Payroll Entry

As reported in 10 ZenHR reviews. Allows administrator to enter payroll for all employees based on salary or total hours worked.
90%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Time Off Accrual

Calculation and tracking of sick and vacation days. This feature was mentioned in 12 ZenHR reviews.
90%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Direct Deposit

Automatically deposits paychecks into employees' bank accounts.

Not enough data

Expense Reimbursement

Allows administrator to reimburse employees for business-related purchases. This feature was mentioned in 12 ZenHR reviews.
89%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Pre-tax Deductions

Automatically deducts wages for health care, 401(k) plans, etc. from paychecks.

Not enough data

Wage GarnishmentView full feature definition

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Allows administrator to set up for wage garnishments to be deducted automatically from employers' paychecks.

Not enough data

Approvals

Based on 13 ZenHR reviews. Administrator can submit payroll approval request and the approver can approve, deny, or re-assign it to the appropriate approver.
92%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Check/W-2 Printing

Allows administrators to print valid paychecks and W-2 forms.

Not enough data

Check/W-2 Delivery

Sends printed checks to administrator to distribute to employees.

Not enough data

Employee Self Service

Web Portal

Allows employees to access current and past pay stubs, W-2 forms, and additional salary information. This feature was mentioned in 13 ZenHR reviews.
94%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Benefits Manager

Allows employees to answer or update questions pertaining to benefits and receive information about benefit providers. 11 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
86%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Mobile

As reported in 15 ZenHR reviews. Allows employees to view pay stub and W-2 information via a smartphone app or mobile optimized website.
89%
(Based on 15 reviews)

Taxes

Tax Calculation

Calculates taxes due and may include resources or tools for federal and state tax compliance.

Not enough data

Tax Filing

Files payroll tax forms automatically for federal, state, and local taxes.

Not enough data

Automatic Tax Payment

Allows payroll vendor, via power of attorney, to make electronic payments of withheld taxes to government.

Not enough data

Integration

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.

Not enough data

Time Tracking Integration

Enables administrator to import hours from time tracking systems.

Not enough data

Accounting Integration

Provides standard integration with third party accounting software.

Not enough data

Core HR Integration

Provides standard integration with third party core HR software. 10 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
85%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Sourcing

Social Sourcing

Enables the user to share job posting on social channels.

Not enough data

Job Posting

Posts job listings to job boards.

Not enough data

Candidate Sourcing Metrics

Reports where applicants are finding job listings.

Not enough data

Candidate Search

Searches for qualified candidates by integrating with career sites.

Not enough data

Career Page Configuration

Configures branded career page for the users website.

Not enough data

Candidate Management

Dashboards

Creates dashboards to track information like open positions, current headcount, and recruiting pipeline.

Not enough data

Workflow Building

Enables the building of custom recruiting workflows.

Not enough data

Hiring Processes Tracking

Tracks a candidates spot in the hiring process.

Not enough data

Scheduling

Integrates with calendars and allows the scheduling of phone screens and interviews.

Not enough data

Applicant Data Management

Stores applicant data that can be accessed by multiple people on a team.

Not enough data

Candidate Evaluations

Enables users to share feedback on candidates.

Not enough data

Automated Resume Parsing

Analyzes resumes and applicant data based on user-selected preferences.

Not enough data

Candidate-Facing Statuses

Enables candidates to view where they are in the hiring process.

Not enough data

Platform Content

Forms Library

Provides users with a pre-built library of templated forms related to the hiring process.

Not enough data

E-Forms

Provides electronic forms for employees to complete.

Not enough data

E-Signature

Enables new hires to sign forms electronically.

Not enough data

Background Checks

Enables the employer to perform background checks.

Not enough data

Offer Letter Approvals

Provides user with offer letter templates.

Not enough data

Offer Letter Templates

Enables all stakeholders to approve offer letters.

Not enough data

Automation

Automates some or all operation related tasks.

Not enough data

Reminders

Reminders are automatically sent to all parties before an interview.

Not enough data

Email Template

Provides users with a pre-built library of useable email templates.

Not enough data

Booking

Organizers can specify meeting room locations.

Not enough data

Rescheduling

Provides interviewer, time, and location alternatives on short notice.

Not enough data

Technology

Provides pre-recorded and/or live interviewing technology.

Not enough data

File Sharing

Provides robust sharing options for communication with both internal and external stakeholders.

Not enough data

Customization

Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views.

Not enough data

Platform Additional Functionality

Self-Service Portal

Enables employees to login and view their onboarding process.

Not enough data

Automated Team Introductions

Introduces new hires to employees based on org chart.

Not enough data

Compliance Training

Provides training on relevant compliance issues.

Not enough data

Automated Onboarding Workflows

Provides workflows which track new hire progress.

Not enough data

Onboarding Notifications

Provides notifications about the onboarding process to both the new hire and manager.

Not enough data

Mobility

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go.

Not enough data

Messaging

Contains in-application messaging abilities.

Not enough data

Task Management

Provides task prioritization and management abilities.

Not enough data

Dashboards

Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with.

Not enough data

Platform Data

Time-to-Productivity Reporting

Provides metrics on the time it takes a new hire to reach productivity.

Not enough data

Onboarding Process Reporting

Provides holistic Metrics on the onboarding process.

Not enough data

Visualization

Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows.

Not enough data

Reporting

Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.

Not enough data

Alerts and Notifications

Based on 10 ZenHR reviews. Self-monitors important metrics and sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message or otherwise.
78%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Platform Search

Find important content or files using keywords, metadata, tags, etc.

Not enough data

Visualization

Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows

Not enough data

Automation

Process Automation

As reported in 12 ZenHR reviews. Automate processes and eliminate errors associated with requesting, approving, and tracking paid and unpaid time off.
88%
(Based on 12 reviews)

Logistics

Dashboards & Reporting

As reported in 11 ZenHR reviews. Analytical and reporting tools that provide visibility into labor cost and enable data-driven decisions.
88%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Data Collection

Labor data collection options include web, mobile, and hardware. This feature was mentioned in 10 ZenHR reviews.
88%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Lanuguage Options

As reported in 11 ZenHR reviews. Provide multiple language options for a global user base.
89%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Management

Schedule Creation Tools

Tools that help in scheduling and shift creation and management.

Not enough data

Schedule Management

Tools that manage vacation, holidays, absences, breaks, and overtime. This feature was mentioned in 10 ZenHR reviews.
87%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Employee Leave Management

Manage employee's elibibility for paid and unpaid leave based on criteria including vacation, sick time and more. 14 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
93%
(Based on 14 reviews)

User Access

Based on 14 ZenHR reviews. Grant access to select features and data based on the users' role, both internally and externally.
92%
(Based on 14 reviews)

User Role Access

Provides employees self service access and managers a centralized view. 13 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
91%
(Based on 13 reviews)

Employee Information

Ability to manage employee information. 15 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
91%
(Based on 15 reviews)

Employee Information Automation

Based on 11 ZenHR reviews. Automate employee promotions and position changes and company policy changes.
91%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Monitoring

Regulations Enforcement

Enforce federal, state, and organization regulations.

Not enough data

Compliance Monitoring

Based on 10 ZenHR reviews. Monitor and maintain compliance.
83%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Integration

Provide integrations with payroll software.

Not enough data

Platform Basics

Interoperability

Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.

Not enough data

Performance

Based on 11 ZenHR reviews. Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.
88%
(Based on 11 reviews)

Internationalization

Supports use by multi-national organizations with appropriate languages, currencies and other conversions.

Not enough data

Security

Provides appropriate tools, certifications and encryption to protect against fraud and malicious attacks. 10 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
90%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Interoperability

Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.

Not enough data

Performance

Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.

Not enough data

Reporting

Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress.

Not enough data

Interoperability

Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows.

Not enough data

Performance

Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably.

Not enough data

User, Role, and Access Management

Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, groups, etc.

Not enough data

Platform Functionality

Customizability

As reported in 10 ZenHR reviews. Allows administrators to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views.
88%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Mobility

Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. 10 reviewers of ZenHR have provided feedback on this feature.
90%
(Based on 10 reviews)

Platform Performance

Reporting

Provides pre-built or customizable performance reports.

Not enough data

Monitoring

Contains application performance monitoring capabilities

Not enough data

Recruiting and Onboarding

Interview Scheduling

Coordinates interview scheduling via email, phone, or text

Not enough data

Onboarding

Tracks key steps in onboarding process including new employee orientation and employee payroll documents.

Not enough data

Performance reviews

360 Reviews

Facilitates 360-degree feedback between managers, employees, and peers.

Not enough data

Customizable Forms

Provides customizable employee review forms and questions.

Not enough data

Review Status Tracking

Tracks completion status of employee reviews.

Not enough data

Goals

Goal-Setting

Facilitates goal-setting for individual employees and tracks progress toward goals.

Not enough data

Company Goals And OKRs

Manages high-level company priorities or Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and aligns them with employee goals.

Not enough data

Feedback

Continuous Feedback

Collects continuous feedback for employees; facilitates recording and storage of ongoing notes about each individual’s performance.

Not enough data

Requesting Feedback

Allows employees or managers to request feedback from other employees.

Not enough data

1-On-1 Meetings

Facilitates check-ins or 1-on-1 meetings between managers and employees, including managing agendas, action items, or notes.

Not enough data

Public Praise

Provides a forum for employees or managers to deliver public praise for exceptional employee performance.

Not enough data

Data

Dashboards And Reports

Generates in-depth visual dashboards and reports based on employee performance data.

Not enough data

Historical Data

Retains historical performance review data or integrates with third-party applications where historical data can be maintained.

Not enough data