UltiPro HRM Software : Review

With cutting edge competition companies are striving to automatizes the HR management functions. The HRM software have assumed a vital role in streamlining the recruitment, development and retaining of the talents. Selecting the right HRM software that could meet the  requirements of your company is always a challenge. I had done the OrangeHRM review for those interested in free open source HRM software. Now, I have a HRM software that is looks perfect for mid-sized enterprises working on a Windows NT platform - UltiPro. Ultimate Software’s UltiPro is a leading HRM software in the strateic HR, payroll, and talent management. We had already listed UltiPro in my list of Top 10 HRM Software. To know about UltiPro in details, lets get into its features.

Features

UltiPro is essentially a client/server HRMS working on a Microsoft SQL Server 6.5 and Windows NT 4.0. It is a comprehensive software  that streamlines management of regulatory compliance and key human resource information. The three major tools of UltiPro are embedded web technology, employee self service and multi-dimensional drill tool.

Ease of use

UltiPro features a simple design that reduces the learning curve common to most of the other new products. Those who are used to Windows or Windows-based products can easily handle the UltiPro tabs, scroll bars and buttons. It is software friendly and easy to use.

UltiPro’s Web portal

This is one of the crucial features of UltiPro.  It may serve as a company’s communications hub and the central gateway for business activities. It integrates all the departments including the financial departments as well as executives, staff managers and individual employees. The portal allows the HR staff, managers and the administrators to accomplish the daily administration tasks, manage the staff,  and administer the benefits.

Real time reports

Ultipro allows the users to access reporting in real-time from a central location.  The managers and the executives can also access the reports. They can analyze the workforce statistics and trends on-demand.

Instant access to information

The employees can readily access the pay and benefit information as well as the routine updates. Further, they can have the answers to their  queries.

Administration

UltiPro administers the benefit plans of the organization and stores it in a common table. It manages the calculation of employee and employer premiums and takes deductions from paychecks precisely.

Staffing and Recruitment

UltiPro recognizes the hiring needs of the company. Further, it simplifies the hiring process by providing assistance for screening candidates, and hiring them.

Compensation Management

UltiPro streamlines salary planning and the budgeting process. The software also offers advanced employee appraisals through employee based performance appraisals and 360-degree review options.

Security

UltiPro supports Social Security Administration and HIPAA confidentiality legislation to ensures protection of sensitive HR data like for instance employee social security numbers.

Various Modes of Use

UltiPro integrates the Windows platform with Internet and interactive voice response (IVR) systems. This enables a steady flow of communication.

Pros

• The Windows NT and SQL Servers platform is always a plus for the information management and technology workers.

• The tax management system is highly controlled

• The payroll system is fast and features-packed

• The program is easy to use, especially for those acquainted with Windows.

Cons

UltiPro is a compatible only for Windows Platform and may not be suitable for organizations working on other platforms. It would require a significant investment to shift the platform.

Moreover, there are several features in this software that a particular companies may not need. This has to considered before the software is installed.

Competitor

UltiPro is basically designed for the mid market, But, its main rivals are huge HR software players like PeopleSoft and Lawson.

Conclusion

UltiPro offers a complete environment for HR management. This Ultimate Software seems a prospect for the medium-sized companies. If you are looking to add some more to it, go ahead.