Factorial
HR software that adapts to your needs
Factorial is a cloud-based HR platform for time & attendance, talent management, payroll preparation (incl. DATEV integrations), and finance workflows. It serves SMBs to enterprises, offers AI-assisted features, is ISO/IEC 27001 certified, and hosts customer data on AWS in Frankfurt (EU).
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
Data & Hosting
Data residency
Germany
Retention & deletion
Once cancellation takes effect, access to the platform ends. Factorial states that all content and customizations stored on the platform are then deleted. Customers must download any documents and files they need before cancellation.
Feature Scope
- HR Core: Digital employee records, employee portal, organizational chart, roles & permissions, automations, HR reports & KPIs. – Time Management: Time tracking, absences, shift scheduling (AI-powered), project time tracking. – Talent Management: Applicant Management/ATS, Onboarding/Offboarding, Training Management, Performance Reviews, Goals & OKR Tracking, eNPS Surveys. – Payroll Preparation: Centralized entry of master data, times, absences, expenses, and variable compensation; structured exports or direct synchronization with payroll systems. – Finance & Operations: Expense management, travel expense reimbursement, corporate credit cards, software management, IT management (Factorial IT). – Integrations & API: Official DATEV Marketplace connection (LODA S, Payroll & Salary), export/integration with other payroll systems (including Sage, ADP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 BC, P&I Loga, Agenda), biometric/RFID time tracking (Suprema, ZKTeco, Innux, Control iD), automation via Zapier, collaboration (Google Workspace, Gmail, Microsoft Outlook), TravelPerk, Power BI, Teamtailor, ERP (Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP Business One, Microsoft Business Central), a3innuva Nómina. Public API for custom integrations. – Security & Data Protection (based on publicly available information): ISO/IEC 27001:2017 certified; customer data stored on AWS servers in Frankfurt, Germany; international data transfers only in accordance with contractual and legal regulations. – AI features: AI agent “One” and AI-powered HR/Finance/Operations features.
Pricing hints: Multiple product areas/modules; “Start for free”/free demo mentioned. Integration marketplace partly with free apps/installation. The Wolters Kluwer Conectia API is required for the a3innuva integration, starting at €13.50/month.
Security hints: ISO/IEC 27001:2017 certified; Customer data stored on AWS servers in Frankfurt (Germany); international data transfers are based on contractual and legal provisions. Okta is mentioned as an integration (SSO note)
Compliance hints: ISO/IEC 27001:2017 mentioned. EU hosting (Germany) and statements regarding legally compliant international data transfers suggest GDPR compliance.
Implementation hints: Integrations “with just a few clicks,” free installation for some apps, official DATEV Marketplace partner (direct synchronization). Public API and documentation available.
Support hints: Help Center, phone support (+49 89 120 80652), references to personal support/account managers.
Integration hints: Examples: DATEV LODAS (Payroll Connector), Zapier, TravelPerk, Google Workspace, Gmail, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Power BI, Teamtailor, Sage 200 & Sage Despachos, ADP, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, SAP Business One, Oracle NetSuite, a3innuva Nómina, Suprema, ZKTeco, Innux, Control iD. Public API for custom integrations.
- Candidate Management/Recruiting: Workflow automation, multi-posting for maximum reach, improved decision-making, seamless transition to onboarding. Source: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Onboarding/Offboarding: Structured processes, documentation, and a smooth start/conclusion. Source: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Performance Management: Regular feedback, goal-oriented work, structured performance reviews, individual development plans; supports 180° and 360° evaluations as well as competency matrices/9-box analysis. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement (FAQ), https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/hrider
- Goals & OKR Tracking: Daily tracking of employee and team goals. Source: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Training Management (Learning/LMS Features): Centralized training administration, personalized learning paths, real-time analytics, mobile app for planning/administration. Source: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Engagement & Feedback: eNPS and workplace climate surveys, recognition/appreciation, precise feedback analytics. Source: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Reporting & Analytics: HR reports & KPIs, performance measurement in training and performance. Source: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Integrations (selection): Okta (SSO/MFA, provisioning/deprovisioning), Hrider (360°, talent mapping/9-box, competency libraries), Flowmium (legally compliant employment references in German/English, daily master data sync), CogniFit (profile/user sync), Nailted (engagement/performance tracking), payroll/finance connectors such as Cimplx (USA), Dataia (Mexico, in planning), DATEV LODAS, Payflow, Primavera, Zucchetti, Sage. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/okta, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/hrider, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/flowmium, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/cogni-fit, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/nailted, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/cimplx, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/dataia
- Security: Factorial emphasizes data security as a priority; role/permission system available. Via Okta integration: Single Sign-On (SSO), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), automatic user provisioning/deprovisioning. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement (Navigation/Security, Permissions System), https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/okta
- Compliance: References to legally compliant processes in integrations (e.g., Flowmium’s legally compliant certificates; payroll integrations such as Dataia with regular legal updates). Sources: https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/flowmium, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/dataia, https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
- Mobile & Core Features: Mobile app for training; Factorial Core (digital personnel file, employee portal, automations, organizational chart) as the foundation. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
Pricing hints: Notes: Free trial/product tour; some marketplace integrations are free (e.g., Okta, Hrider, Nailted). Separate pricing page available. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/okta, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/hrider, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/nailted
Security hints: Security priority communicated; permission system/roles. About Okta integration: SSO, MFA, automated provisioning/deprovisioning, access revocation upon offboarding. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/okta
Compliance hints: Integrations suggest compliance aspects (Flowmium: legally compliant references; Dataia: regular legal updates for payroll). Sources: https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/flowmium, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/dataia, https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
Implementation hints: Self-service approach with “Start for free” and interactive product tour; onboarding/offboarding workflows available. Integrations via the Marketplace and Factorial API. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
Support hints: Help Center and German-language phone number (+49 89 120 80652) linked; Sources: https://factorialhr.de/talentmanagement
Integration hints: Broad integration ecosystem and Factorial API. Examples: Okta (SSO/MFA, worldwide), Hrider (Talent/360°, worldwide), Flowmium (Performance Reviews, Germany), Nailted (Engagement, Spain/Mexico), CogniFit (Talent), Payroll: Cimplx (USA), Dataia (Mexico, coming soon), as well as DATEV LODAS, Payflow, Primavera, Zucchetti, Sage. Sources: https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/okta, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/hrider, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/flowmium, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/nailted, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/cogni-fit, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/cimplx, https://factorialhr.de/apps/integration/dataia
Features at a Glance
Recruiting & ATS
- Multi-posting
- Pipeline/Kanban
- Recruiting analytics
- Job requisitions
- Career site
- CV parsing
- Referrals
- Interview scheduling
- Scorecards
- Offer management
- AI screening/ranking
Onboarding
- Onboarding checklists
- Tasks & owners
Offboarding
- Offboarding checklists
Performance
- Reviews
- 360 feedback
- Goals/OKRs
Learning
- Course catalog
- Assignments
- SCORM
Core HR
- Employee records
- Org chart
- Workflows
- Document management
- Employee self-service
- Manager self-service
- Roles & permissions
- Positions
- Multi-entity
Time Tracking
- Clock in/out
- Timesheets
- Overtime rules
- Project time
Leave
- Leave policies
- Approvals
- Calendars/absence
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- Data export
- API
Integrations
- Okta integration
- Azure AD integration
- MS Teams integration
- Slack integration
Security & IT
- SSO/SAML
- MFA
- RBAC
- Data residency region
- SCIM
- Audit logs
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
Compensation
- Salary bands
Talent
- Skills management
Administration
- Custom fields
- Audit trail
Compliance
- DPA available
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
Per user
Factorial starts at €8 per month per user. Products are assembled into an individual plan; customers can request a custom quote.
Implementation
Support
Phone · Cat · Web form · Help Center · Dedicated account manager
Integrations
Primavera
OtherERP/Finance Integration, partly related to payroll
DATEV LODAS
PayrollBidirectional payroll data exchange service; payroll processing at the DATEV data center; connector listed as "free" for integration
Factorial API
APIData Export; Flexible Export Options
A3Nom
PayrollPayroll-Connector
SILAE
PayrollPayroll-Connector
Zucchetti
PayrollPayroll/HR-Connector
A3Innuva
PayrollPayroll Connector (announced/coming soon)
Payflow
OtherFinancial/On-Demand Pay Integration
Sage 200
OtherERP/Accounting; as needed for financial/payroll processes
Sage
PayrollExport (Payroll).
ADDISON (SBS Lohn & Gehalt)
PayrollExport (Payroll).
ADP Paisy
PayrollExport (Payroll).
Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central
PayrollExport (Payroll/Payroll Preparation).
P&I Loga
PayrollExport (Payroll).
Agenda
PayrollExport (Payroll).
Factorial Public API
APIPublic REST API available.
Hrider
Other360° feedback, talent mapping/9-box, competency libraries.
Flowmium
OtherEmployment references that comply with legal requirements (DE/EN), daily synchronization of master data.
CogniFit
OtherProfile and user synchronization for talent management functions.
Nailted
OtherEngagement/Performance Tracking and Feedback.
Cimplx
PayrollPayroll/Compliance-Connector (USA).
Dataia
PayrollPayroll integration for Mexico, regular regulatory updates (in planning/coming soon).
DATEV Lohn und Gehalt
PayrollBidirectional integration; In-house billing (on-premises DATEV environment)
SEPA-Datei-Export
OtherSEPA XML for Bulk Payments at European Banks
DATEV (Marktplatz)
PayrollOfficial integration; synchronization of master data and transaction data. Supports LODA S and DATEV Payroll.
Okta
SSOSingle Sign-On and Multi-Factor Authentication
