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Workmates

by HR Cloud · Since 2014
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Quick facts
VendorHR Cloud
Year launched2014
StatusActive
Location222 North Sepulveda Blvd, Suite 2000, El Segundo, CA 90245, United States
Countries servedGlobal
Languages1
Integrations9+
Free tierNO
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About Workmates

Workmates by HR Cloud is a mobile-first employee engagement platform built for modern, distributed, and frontline-heavy workforces.

Workmates by HR Cloud is a mobile-first employee engagement platform built for modern, distributed, and frontline-heavy workforces. It goes beyond traditional intranets by combining social communication, recognition, and HR data synchronization into a single, real-time environment. The platform is designed to replace static emails and newsletters with a dynamic, company-wide newsfeed that keeps employees connected regardless of role or location. The user experience is one of Workmates’ strongest advantages. Its interface mirrors familiar social media platforms, which drives rapid adoption and high engagement without the need for formal training. The mobile app is especially effective for deskless workers, offering quick access to announcements, peer recognition, directories, and chat through a simple navigation layout. Features like likes, comments, and Kudos feel natural, helping engagement become part of daily work rather than an added task. Functionally, Workmates excels at centralizing culture and communication. Peer-to-peer recognition is reinforced through a points-based rewards system that allows employees to redeem tangible benefits, directly tying morale to value. Targeted announcements with mandatory-read functionality ensure critical messages are acknowledged, which is particularly useful for compliance-driven organizations.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • The software has a clean, intuitive interface that is easy to navigate for both admins and employees.
  • Automated features like E-Verify and workflow compliance save time and reduce manual HR and onboarding tasks.
  • Paperless functionality eliminates physical employee files, streamlining record-keeping and improving organizational efficiency.
  • Onboarding tools allow customization, branding, and structured processes that enhance first impressions for new hires.
Cons
  • Employee interaction features are limited, with fewer options to update or expand employee files post-hire.
  • Some integrations, such as ADP or ATS, initially had bugs or were missing, requiring fixes or updates.
  • Navigation can be confusing at times, with too many clicks needed to access uploaded documents or tasks.
  • Forms and tasks occasionally malfunction or fail to integrate smoothly with other platforms, causing inefficiencies.

Features

Key features

Peer-to-Peer Kudos

Enables a culture of instant appreciation where employees send digital "kudos" and badges to colleagues to recognize daily wins.

Custom Rewards Storefront

Allows organizations to create a points-based economy where employees redeem earned recognition for gift cards, company swag, or custom perks.

Multi-Channel Newsfeed

Centralizes company updates and social interactions in a dynamic, scrolling feed accessible via desktop or a dedicated mobile app.

Automated Employee Journeys

Streamlines repetitive HR milestones by triggering automated workflows for onboarding, anniversaries, and cross-functional handoffs.

Omni-channel Targeting

Delivers critical announcements through a "mandatory read" feature, ensuring deskless or remote workers receive info via push notifications, SMS, or email.

Additional features

Social Intranet

Provides a modern, "Facebook-style" workspace for internal social networking, complete with likes, comments, and multimedia sharing.

Kudos & Recognition System

A specialized module for visible, timely appreciation using customizable badges and points-based incentives.

Points Redemption Portal

A digital storefront where employees can manage and spend points on rewards that reinforce corporate values.

Internal Communication Channels

Facilitates structured dialogue through team-specific or role-based groups to reduce noise from all-staff emails.

Employee Directory & Org Chart

Offers a highly visual, searchable directory that helps distributed teams put a face to a name and understand reporting hierarchies.

Pulse Surveys & Polls

Tools for gathering real-time feedback on company culture, employee sentiment, or simple office logistics.

Advanced Analytics & Reporting

A dashboard for leadership to monitor platform adoption, reach, and engagement metrics over time.

Content Management System (CMS)

A centralized repository for managing and sharing company files, policies, and internal resources.

Digital Forms & E-Signatures

Replaces physical paperwork with standardized digital templates for HR policies, equipment requests, and IT access.

Mobile App (White-Label)

A native iOS and Android application that can be branded with company colors and logos for a seamless employee experience.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

Global
Countries served
1
Interface languages
11
Billing currencies

Interface languages

English

Billing currencies

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