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Performance management software helps companies track, evaluate, and improve employee performance through tools like reviews, feedback, and goal tracking.

It works by centralizing and automating key performance management processes, including:

• Running structured performance review cycles
• Collecting continuous and 360-degree feedback
• Tracking employee goals and OKRs
• Providing real-time performance analytics
• Documenting 1:1 meetings, coaching, and action items

Rippling takes this further by combining performance management, HRIS, and payroll in a single platform. This means performance insights are always up to date, tied to real business outcomes, and instantly actionable without switching systems.

Performance management software should include tools for feedback, reviews, goal tracking, and analytics. Key features include

• Continuous feedback and coaching
• 360-degree performance feedback
• Performance evaluations and appraisals
• Calibration tools such as 9-box grids
• OKRs and goal management
• Performance analytics and reporting
• 1:1 meeting notes and tracking
• Employee recognition and appreciation

Rippling offers all of these features in one platform, reducing manual work and keeping performance data consistent.

Performance appraisals are formal reviews that happen at set times, like annually or quarterly, to assess past performance. Performance evaluations are broader and include ongoing feedback, goal tracking, and regular check-ins throughout the year. Rippling combines both approaches, allowing companies to run structured review cycles while also tracking performance continuously in one system.

360 performance feedback improves performance by gathering input from multiple sources such as managers, peers, and direct reports rather than relying on a single reviewer. This creates a more complete and balanced view of employee performance and helps identify strengths and areas for improvement. With Rippling, you can easily capture a holistic view of performance by combining performance data with employee data and additional context like 1:1s notes and goals.

Performance management software improves employee engagement by providing regular feedback, clear goals, and recognition for achievements.

Key drivers of engagement include:

• Continuous feedback and coaching
• Transparent goal tracking
• Employee recognition and appreciation

Rippling supports engagement by combining performance management with employee data and workflows, making it easy to recognize achievements, track progress, and keep employees aligned with company goals.

Performance management software helps companies make better decisions by providing clear, data-driven insights into employee performance, goal progress, and engagement. Managers can use performance analytics to identify top performers, spot gaps, and make informed decisions about promotions, compensation, and development. Rippling enhances this by combining performance data with HR, payroll, and employee records in one system. This gives leaders a more complete and accurate view of their workforce, so decisions are based on real-time data, not guesswork.

Rippling is different because it is built on a unified employee data platform, not a standalone performance tool.

Most performance management software:

• Operates separately from HR and payroll systems
• Requires manual data syncing
• Relies on outdated or inconsistent employee data

Rippling eliminates these issues by natively connecting performance management with HR, payroll, and other business systems in one platform.

Key differences include:

• A single source of truth for employee data
• Real-time syncing across performance, HR, and payroll
• Automated workflows based on employee events
• Performance reviews tied directly to compensation and business outcomes

Unlike point solutions, Rippling allows companies to run performance reviews, manage compensation, and analyze workforce data in one place, reducing complexity and improving decision-making.