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What is UKG Ready?
Designed for small businesses where everyone wears multiple hats, UKG Ready® is an HR solution that guides users through their day-to-day HR activities. Capabilities span from HR and payroll to talent and time.
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Popular Features
- Employee demographic data (163)8.787%
- Pay calculation (173)8.686%
- Pre-built reports (176)7.676%
- Report builder (175)7.575%
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What is UKG Ready?
Designed for small businesses where everyone wears multiple hats, UKG Ready® is an HR solution that guides users through their day-to-day HR activities. Capabilities span from HR and payroll to talent and time.
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Features
Human Resource Management
Organizing, tracking and providing instant access to critical employee data, job profiles, transfers, promotions, and benefits information.
- 8.7Employee demographic data(163) Ratings
Administrators have the ability to enter detailed demographic data for each employee.
- 7.5Employment history(158) Ratings
Employment history is the ability to track previous positions held.
- 8Job profiles and administration(159) Ratings
Job profiles and descriptions can be created and edited.
- 7.6Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.(149) Ratings
Employee move workflow provides the ability to move employees to different positions and apply pay raises.
- 7.2Organizational charting(121) Ratings
Organizational charting is the ability to create hierarchical charts.
- 7.2Organization and location management(142) Ratings
Organization and location management allows employees to be managed across multiple geographical locations.
- 7.8Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)(118) Ratings
Compliance capabilities ensure full compliance with federal workplace regulations by capturing required data in central database.
Payroll Management
Provides for pay calculation and benefit plan administration, in addition to managing direct deposit, salary revisions and payroll tracking.
- 8.6Pay calculation(173) Ratings
Pay calculation provides for computation of employee pay with state and federal deductions.
- 7.6Support for external payroll vendors(109) Ratings
Support for external payroll vendors is the ability to integrate with 3rd-party payroll services.
- 7.9Off-cycle/On-Demand payment(75) Ratings
Provide employees access to wages accrued during the pay period before the end of the pay cycle.
- 7.9Benefit plan administration(133) Ratings
Benefit plan administration is administration of health insurance plans and 401k plans, and other benefits.
- 8.9Direct deposit files(137) Ratings
Direct deposit is the ability to electronically transfer pay to an employee’s personal bank account.
- 8.2Salary revision and increment management(128) Ratings
Salary revision is the ability to modify individual employee pay.
Leave and Attendance Management
Streamlines communication between HR and employees and facilitates efficient management of employee leave including requisitions, approvals, balance calculation, and annual carry-forward.
- 8.1Approval workflow(154) Ratings
Approval workflow is the process for approving employee paid time-off requests.
- 7.5Balance details(161) Ratings
Balance details is automatic updating of paid time-off balance to reflect time taken.
- 7.7Annual carry-forward and encashment(138) Ratings
Annual carry-forward and encashment enables unused paid time-off days to be carried forward to new year, or paid in cash.
Employee Self Service
Employee portal allowing employees to view and update their personal information.
- 8.4View and generate pay and benefit information(155) Ratings
Employees can view pay and benefit data and print pay stubs.
- 8.6Update personal information(162) Ratings
Employees can update personal profile with change of address, dependents, or other personal data.
- 8View company policy documentation(135) Ratings
Employees can review company handbook, and corporate policy documents.
- 8.1View job history(138) Ratings
Employees can view all positions held at the company.
Asset Management
Maintaining a record of assets such as laptops, pagers, cell phones, etc. issued to employees. Record typically includes asset type, number, serial number and date of issuance.
- 8.4Tracking of all physical assets(64) Ratings
Tracking of track laptops, pagers, phones, and other company equipment.
HR Reporting
Pre-built and custom reports, and integration with external data.
- 7.5Report builder(175) Ratings
Report builder allows custom reports to be created using a GUI.
- 7.6Pre-built reports(176) Ratings
Pre-built reports is the provision of a variety of canned reports on employee retention, and other key metrics.
Onboarding
Employee onboarding is the process of orienting new hires to the social and performance aspects of their jobs so that they are able to function in their new roles as quickly as possible.
- 7.3New hire portal(120) Ratings
New hire portal eliminates printing and mailing with a personalized portal of all required reading, corporate information, and all forms and other paperwork, online.
- 7.3Manager tracking tools(97) Ratings
Tracking tools allow hiring managers to check status on individual hires for all onboarding activities.
Performance and Goals
Goal alignment is the practice of ensuring that all employees have clearly defined goals in support of the overall corporate strategy.
- 7.3Individual goal setting(62) Ratings
Individual goal setting is the ability to define individual goals that align to organizational and subordinate goals.
- 7.3Performance tracking(68) Ratings
Performance tracking allows managers to track individual progress against goals as a component of overall performance.
Performance Management
Performance management is the process of ensuring employees meet pre-determined objectives and goals through regular check-ins and appraisals.
- 6.9Performance plans(78) Ratings
Supervisors have ability to build individual performance plans including, goals, competencies, etc..
- 7Performance improvement plans(73) Ratings
Supervisors can track disciplinary actions such as performance improvement plans.
- 7.5Review status tracking(78) Ratings
Supervisors can monitor and track review status completion with dashboard showing milestones and status.
- 5.9Review reminders(81) Ratings
System can generate reminders to ensure review completion timeliness.
- 7.1Multiple review frequency(67) Ratings
System supports multiple review types including annual, quarterly mid-year and anniversary reviews.
Succession Planning
Succession planning is the identification and development of internal employees with the potential to fill key business leadership positions in the company.
- 6.6Create succession plans/pools(25) Ratings
Managers can create and manage pools of potentially high-performing individuals.
- 8.2Candidate ranking(5) Ratings
Candidate readiness for key business positions can be ranked and assessed.
- 7.8Candidate search(6) Ratings
Candidate search provides search capabilities for potential candidates based on attribute or other profile data.
- 7.2Candidate development(4) Ratings
Candidate development is the ability to assign learning and development goals.
Recruiting / ATS
Recruiting or Applicant Tracking Software is software used to manage the recruitment process electronically by handling job postings, applicant status, resume management, etc.
- 6.8Job Requisition Management(80) Ratings
Job Requisition Management – Job requisition management is the ability to create jobs quickly and easily
- 6.9Company Website Posting(79) Ratings
Software allows postings to be displayed on the company website
- 5.8Publish to Social Media(57) Ratings
Software provides ability to publish postings to social media sites
- 6.9Job Search Site Posting(60) Ratings
Software provides ability to publish postings to top job search sites
- 6.6Duplicate Candidate Prevention(61) Ratings
Duplicate candidate prevention prevents candidates already in the system from being added
- 7.1Applicant Tracking(82) Ratings
Applicant tracking allows recruiters to assign applicants to various stages so others can see status at a glance
- 7.7Notifications and Alerts(87) Ratings
Notifications and reminders inform you of tasks to be completed
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What is UKG Ready?
UKG Ready Features
Human Resource Management Features
- Supported: Employee demographic data
- Supported: Employment history
- Supported: Job profiles and administration
- Supported: Workflow for transfers, promotions, pay raises, etc.
- Supported: Benefits information
- Supported: Organizational charting
- Supported: Organization and location management
- Supported: Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)
Payroll Management Features
- Supported: Pay calculation
- Supported: Support for external payroll vendors
- Supported: Off-cycle/On-Demand payment
- Supported: Payroll history for each employee
- Supported: Benefit plan administration
- Supported: Direct deposit files
- Supported: Payroll tracking and auditing
- Supported: Salary revision and increment management
- Supported: Statutory form management
Leave and Attendance Management Features
- Supported: Approval workflow
- Supported: Email notifications
- Supported: Balance details
- Supported: Annual carry-forward and encashment
Employee Self Service Features
- Supported: Employee login
- Supported: View and generate pay and benefit information
- Supported: Update personal information
- Supported: Request time off
- Supported: View job history
- Supported: View company policy documentation
- Supported: View company news and information
Asset Management Features
- Supported: Tracking of all physical assets
HR Reporting Features
- Supported: Report builder
- Supported: Pre-built reports
Integration with other HR capabilities Features
- Supported: Additional HR capabilities (talent management, LMS, etc.) supplied by same vendor
- Supported: Additional HR capabilities (talent management, LMS, etc.) supplied by different vendor
Performance Management Features
- Supported: Performance plans
- Supported: Performance improvement plans
- Supported: Review status tracking
- Supported: Review reminders
- Supported: Multiple review frequency
Succession Planning Features
- Supported: Create succession plans/pools
- Supported: Candidate ranking
- Supported: Candidate search
- Supported: Candidate development
Onboarding Features
- Supported: New hire portal
- Supported: Manager tracking tools
Performance and Goals Features
- Supported: Individual goal setting
- Supported: Performance tracking
Recruiting / ATS Features
- Supported: Job Requisition Management
- Supported: Company Website Posting
- Supported: Publish to Social Media
- Supported: Job Search Site Posting
- Supported: Duplicate Candidate Prevention
- Supported: Applicant Tracking
- Supported: Notifications and Alerts
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UKG Ready Technical Details
Deployment Types | Software as a Service (SaaS), Cloud, or Web-Based |
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Operating Systems | Unspecified |
Mobile Application | Apple iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Mobile Web |
Supported Countries | Australia, Canada, UK, Belgium, Mexico, Netherlands, France |
Supported Languages | English (US &UK), French (Canada & France), Spanish, and Dutch |
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Users have found value in utilizing UKG Ready for a range of HR tasks, such as overseeing employee data, setting goals, assigning tasks, and managing time off requests. The software has proven beneficial for streamlining payroll processing, conducting compliance training, recording safety meetings, reviewing policies, and obtaining policy acknowledgments. Customers have taken advantage of the all-in-one feature set of UKG Ready to enhance various HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, timekeeping, payroll processing, benefits administration, and performance management. Additionally, the system has facilitated time card management, employee notifications, benefits administration, and onboarding processes effectively. The software has also been instrumental in tracking employee schedules, managing PTO accruals, monitoring clock-in/out times, and calculating leave balances to aid in efficient employee management and timekeeping practices.
Ease of Use and Customization: Users have appreciated the user-friendly interface and customization options for timesheets, making it easier to provide detailed information for both employees and employers. This design allows for seamless navigation and tailored settings to meet individual preferences.
Dashboard Customization: Many reviewers found the customizable dashboard feature to be a significant time-saver, especially beneficial for HR professionals who use the system frequently. This personalized layout enhances productivity by displaying relevant information at a glance, improving workflow efficiency.
Reporting Capabilities: The standout feature of robust reporting capabilities allows users to easily create, modify, filter data, and export reports based on their specific needs. With the ability to generate comprehensive reports, users can make informed decisions and track key metrics.
Setup Complexity: Users have found setting up the system to be complex and time-consuming, often requiring assistance from an implementation specialist.
Customer Service Challenges: Some users have faced difficulties with customer service, experiencing delays in responses and finding it challenging to get help without an assigned contact person for their account. Submitting tickets for support has resulted in slow resolution times, impacting user satisfaction.
User Interface Issues: Reviewers have noted that the user interface lacks user-friendliness, with reports of lagging, making tasks difficult to complete. Some users have felt that this the sluggish performance of the interface hinders productivity and creates a frustrating experience for users.
Attribute Ratings
- 7.3Likelihood to Renew18 ratings
- 9Availability3 ratings
- 9.3Performance7 ratings
- 7.5Usability94 ratings
- 8.1Support Rating73 ratings
- 6.2Online Training4 ratings
- 7.8In-Person Training2 ratings
- 6.1Implementation Rating10 ratings
- 8Configurability4 ratings
- 8Product Scalability3 ratings
- 5.6Ease of integration66 ratings
- 8Vendor pre-sale3 ratings
- 8Vendor post-sale3 ratings
- 8.6Kronos WFR Industry Expertise78 ratings
- 8.8Kronos WFR Role-based Success64 ratings
- 7.8Kronos WFR Resource Quality63 ratings
Reviews
(1-25 of 212)5 Stars for UKG Ready!
- Easy to use with detailed instructions that are easy to find.
- Great customer support.
- Level of customization to fit your specific needs is outstanding.
- There are many updates, but with the updates, sometimes the help articles get outdated quickly.
- The password/authentication process (recently improved).
- Would like to be able to access community within UKG ready, not a separate login.
UKG Ready!
- Automation process is more streamlined and is catered to our specific needs
- User-friendly for administrators and regular staff- the ability to learn independently or obtain assistance from the site.
- Knowledgeable customer service staff who knows both HR and payroll.
- Employee profiles could be viewed a bit easier, and maybe buttons should be on the first page instead of drop-down menus.
- Federal and state forms should be easier to understand and access. Some people have had difficulty making changes.
- Searching for an employee from the home page could be a bit easier. It tends to get confusing if you just look up an employee by name.
UKG for the win!
- When you open a ticket, they research and test the answer before they contact you so they know it will work for you. There's no troubleshooting on the phone. All the work was done beforehand.
- They are super knowledgeable and supportive. They are a pleasure to work with.
- They are way ahead of the game when it comes to technology and innovation.
- I've been live with Ready for the last 7 months and I've never had an issue.
UKG Ready Review
- Customize reports
- Amount of information available
- Payroll customization
- Better help with ACA
- Advanced sheduler for ready is difficult to use
- Better reports for advanced scheduler. I would like a more focus on reports such as a monthly report that is much more customizable
UKG Ready Review
- Ease of operations / use of product
- streamlining timekeeping
- Cuts down on calls to Human Resources
- Report running
Highly Recommend UKG Ready
- People Insights
- Payroll Processing
- Tax & Compliance
- More training opportunities via webinar during the year
UKG Ready Work Force Ready
- Amazing Time Keeping system
- Very customer service oriented
- Employees are so positive
- Employees so profess
- UKG Ready Work Force Ready should be more tailored to CA employees
UKG Ready for a Non-Profit organization
- Timekeeping
- Employee Self Service
- Employee Benefits
- Payroll
- Accrual tracking (PTO)
- Reporting functionality
- Being able to change file feeds requires a level of technical expertise that not every organization has available to them, and can get pricey
- It would be great to have a simplified version of the software that almost acts as a "beginner" platform for organizations that aren't as robust as some of the other more corporate organizations out there
- Security access for various levels of employees can get dicey if you don't have exactly the right boxes checked.
The user experience is really good - it is something that almost any level of user can easily access and comprehend. It seems to meet users where they are from an intuitive level.
UKG Ready - Comprehensive HRIS
- Agenda tracking / Internal communication
- Pay and benefits
- Notes
- Goals
- Time off
- Making it easier to transfer information from 1 HRIS to another
- Could improve further on modern aesthetic
Also great for maintaining a large amount of employee data.
Great for encouraging feedback and collaboration. Wouldn't be appropriate for small organizations in my opinion.
UKG Ready review
- Reminder Notifications
- Always expanding capabilities
- Mobile app
- Ease of work flows
- Some limitations of workflows of offer letters - only one manager review option at this time
Ease of using UKG Ready
I really do not have many cases that I need to open for Pro or for Workforce Ready. 90 % of cases related to Payment Services
- Self Service
- Ease of process
- Payment Services is getting so much better- don't let up!
user friendly for employees
UKG Ready - The All-in-One Solution
- Support
- Reporting
- Updating Systems on a Regular Basis
- Maintaining the Online Community with Only the Most Up-to-Date Support Information
Good but not perfect.
- Time off requests.
- Unit calendars
- Accumulated time.
- Posting internal employee information.
UKG Ready is a time saver
- Organized reports
- Straightforward
- Live chat works great
- ReadyConnect can be overwhelming
Excellent Service and Product!
- Reports
- Applicant Tracking
- EEO Reports
- Nothing I can think of
UKG - an organizational transformer.
- Time Keeping.
- PTO Requests.
- Reporting
- Audit Trail.
- I would like to see the balances for PTO described and grouped differently. Employees continue to be confused with the "Projected balances" section. Maybe this can be worded one way for the users and another for the admins.
- The Passwords to access the system, plus the need for a verification code, is a huge pain point for our deskless workers. We have a lot of frustration around accessing the system to clock in and out, request time off, etc. The increase in user adoption is a struggle.
- It would be great to have UKG Pro and UKG Ready in one application on the mobile app; having access to areas to simply punch in and out for your daily shift is counterintuitive.
I would recommend UKG, but there is always room for improvement.
- I find timesheets to be easy to use and provide good details for employees and employers.
- I love how customizable the dashboard is. This is a time saver for someone working in HR.
- The payroll process was easy to learn. The steps are simple to follow, and changes can be made to the pay statements with ease.
- There are a few places where there are extra clicks to confirm actions. I feel in most areas, this is not necessary.
- Although checklists are great in many ways, the layout with the checklist to the left and the action in the middle of the page can be hard for new hires to follow. I also do not like that the checklist opens when it is assigned; this is not necessary, and it wastes time.
- For an organization that has employees working in many departments, it would be helpful to have the Default Department listed in the rate table next to the Base Compensation Record.
UKG Review
- Time Keeping
- System Personalization
- Reporting
- One on One training
- Easier step by step instructions
- More Personalization of fields
Robust Software just make sure you know what you are doing.
- Easy to Customize.
- Customer Support is usually quick to respond.
- Lots of training opportunities.
- The Recruiting Module is not applicant-friendly.
- Too easy to customize. Not enough questions are asked when making changes to make sure what you need is being accomplished.
Happy HR Professional.
- Reports - they are so easy to customize on the spot, create from scratch, share, and easy access on the dashboard. Best I have ever had!
- Employee Self-Service - there are so many options; we have rolled things out slowly and are always finding new things to allow employees to self-serve.
- Payroll - simple and easy to access and update on the backend when needed.
- Recruitment - Too clunky to maneuver for supervisors and employees, needs to be streamlined.
- Onboarding/Checklists - The layout can be confusing, and documents go missing.
- Job Descriptions - Need easy storage/access/editing.
Workforce ready review
- Reporting is probably the best feature of WFR, it is easy to create and modify your own reporting needs while filtering the data and exporting.
- Using FMLA, ACA, & Points helps us manage our associate data effectively.
- Self Service
- Attendance(points) process could use some improvement. Setting up and maintaining I find easier than WFC however we lost some functionality in the automatic processing as well as document generation.
- FMLA module has a lot of restrictions on setup and has to be handled manually.
- Not all fields for data entry are effective data which cause some issues in changing associates profiles in a timely manner.
Good system for time keeping and employee management
- Time Keeping is done very well, especially in calculating current pay period hours
- Vacation balances and the way that is managed is excellent
- Ease of updating employee data makes using the system very easy
- It is a little difficult to update employee socials if they are a permanent resident or in the process of obtaining a social security number.
Great Product with Diverse Functionality
- timekeeping & accruals
- payroll tax reconciliation
- reporting functionality
- implementation & integration timelines
- journal entry & gl compatibility with outside accoutning resources
- finding direct point of contact for problems
UKG Workforce works fine
- Payroll
- Notifications and alerts
- Transition from applicant to employee profile
- Reports pulling from multiple sources
- Implementation of tooltips throughout the app
UKG has changed our lives!
- Timekeeping and payroll
- Open Enrollment online
- Benefits management
- Reports - millions of them!
- Implementation team - ours had turned over completely by the time we went live
- Implementation felt very rushed
- The attestation feature is not meaningful with payroll and submitting time sheets