Cornerstone Elevate
Cornerstone on Demand — The comprehensive AI platform for human potential
With Cornerstone Galaxy, Cornerstone OnDemand offers an AI-powered workforce agility platform for learning, skills transparency, performance, succession planning, talent mobility, and recruiting. Over 7,000 customers and more than 140 million users in 186 countries use the platform for compliance, professional development, career development, and data-driven workforce planning.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- FedRAMP Authorized (Cloud Suite)
- DoD IL4 Authorization (Talent & Learning Management; 2025)
- ISO 42001 (Responsible AI Management)
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
Global, US, EU
Hosting
SSO is supported (including via ADP Gateway SSO). Detailed information on the SAML profile, MFA, SCIM, encryption, and data residency is not explicitly provided in the cited material.
Retention & deletion
Cornerstone retains personal data from the software only for as long as agreed between Cornerstone and the customer organization and as required by applicable law.
Comprehensive compliance workflows: automatic assignments based on role, location, and policy; tracking of qualifications and certifications; reminders; audit-ready documentation; and risk overviews.
Feature Scope
Modules and features: Performance Management (goal alignment, continuous feedback, progress tracking), Succession (succession planning, high-potential identification), Talent Marketplace (internal jobs/projects/gigs, self-directed skill development), Recruiting (candidate management, automation of recruiting tasks). AI features: Cornerstone Galaxy AI for personalized learning and career paths, skills intelligence, and predictive insights into workforce planning; LLM-agnostic, agentic-first approach; platform-wide embedded, responsible AI. Compliance Workflows: Automated assignments by role/location/policy, qualification and certification tracking, reminders, audit-ready evidence, risk detection. Integrations & Ecosystem: Open ecosystem with integration and API layer; pre-built connectors to tools such as Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and Workday; ADP integration including single sign-on via the ADP Gateway; App/Extend Marketplace for partner solutions; OData-based APIs, developer and app builder tools. Security: FedRAMP authorization (U.S. federal government); the only software with IL4 security authorization in Talent & Learning Management (2025, for government contexts); ISO 42001 certification for responsible AI. Additional platform features: Multilingual user interface; global scalability; implementation and optimization services; integration into existing HR/workforce stacks.
Pricing hints: Enterprise subscription with modular, selectable components (Learn, Elevate, Transform, Extend). Quote/price available upon request; ROI/TEI references suggest enterprise-wide, value-based pricing.
Security hints: Security certifications: FedRAMP authorization (2016) for the Cloud Suite; IL4 security authorization (2025) in Talent & Learning Management for government requirements; ISO 42001 (AI management) certified. SSO functionality demonstrated via ADP Gateway SSO integration.
Compliance hints: Proactive compliance management with automated training assignment, qualification/certificate tracking, reminders, audit trails, and risk overviews. Supports government/public sector contexts (FedRAMP, IL4).
Implementation hints: The platform is highly configurable; selection of modular components. Open ecosystem, APIs, and marketplace for integration into existing environments; Cornerstone Services support onboarding and adoption.
Support hints: Customer portals, community & support, global footprint with regional sites and offices.
Integration highlights: Pre-built integrations with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Workday; tight ADP integration including SSO and data synchronization (ADP Marketplace); open APIs (OData), developer tools, and app builder; Extend/Marketplace with ISV integrations (e.g., background screening, content management, CPD).
Security, compliance, and integrations are highlighted above.
- AI-powered talent matching and skills-based hiring to identify internal and external candidates for open roles (data-driven matching).
- Transparent internal career opportunities so employees can explore and apply for roles; personalized career pathways via Cornerstone Talent Marketplace.
- Unified talent pipeline by connecting recruiting and internal mobility to reduce talent gaps.
- Part of the Cornerstone Galaxy platform; Elevate works alongside Performance, Succession, Recruiting, and Talent Marketplace for end-to-end mobility and growth.
- Skills intelligence foundation via Cornerstone Transform (Skills Transformation, Skills Passport, Workforce Intelligence) to power mobility decisions.
- Integrations and extensibility: prebuilt integrations, connectors, and open APIs; Galaxy Extend Marketplace for plug-and-play partners; webhooks for near-real-time sync; Extend Import for large-scale, normalized data ingestion; supports HR systems of record, recruiting tech, learning/content ecosystems, and productivity/AI in the flow of work.
- Security and compliance (selected): FedRAMP authorization for Talent Marketplace and LXP; strengthened FIPS 140-2 encryption as part of FedRAMP measures.
- Demonstrated impact: reduced external recruitment costs, increased internal movement across brands, higher advancement after skills development.
- Global scale: 7,000+ customers, 140M+ users in 180+ countries.
Pricing hints: Engagement begins via demo or contact. Sources: internal mobility pages and site CTAs.
Security hints: FedRAMP authorization for Cornerstone Talent Marketplace and LXP; enhanced FIPS 140-2 encryption per FedRAMP audit. Sources: https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/company/news-room/press-releases/cornerstone-expands-offerings-for-federal-organizations and the presence of a Trust Center link on the site.
Compliance hints: FedRAMP authorization (public sector/federal). Sources: press release above; site legal/privacy links.
Implementation hints: Implementation timeline and onboarding/migration specifics not provided. Extensibility and data onboarding supported via Extend Import, APIs, connectors, and webhooks; Cornerstone services and partner ecosystem available. Sources: https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/platform/extend-integrations/ and site Services references.
Support hints: Customer portals and Community & Support are available; global offices and customer success focus mentioned. Sources: site footer and customer help/community links across pages.
Integration hints: Prebuilt integrations and connectors; open APIs; webhooks for near-instant updates; Extend Import for large-scale data ingestion; Galaxy Extend Marketplace with plug-and-play partner integrations. Integrates with HR systems of record, recruiting/hiring tools, learning/content ecosystems, and productivity/AI tools in the flow of work. Source: https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/platform/extend-integrations/
AI-driven opportunity matching that connects learning, certification, and content data to surface internal jobs, projects, and gigs; employee career exploration with non-linear paths and next-role guidance; analytics to uncover insights into skills, mobility, and growth; internal talent sourcing to reduce recruiting/onboarding costs; mobile and anywhere access to career planning. Integrated within Cornerstone Galaxy/Elevate for learning, performance, and skills data continuity. Integrations & APIs with popular enterprise systems (e.g., Workday, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce) and an open ecosystem via Cornerstone Extend Marketplace. Global scale and localization support across many languages; Cornerstone states availability in 50 languages (platform-wide) and usage in 186 countries with over 140 million users. Security and trust: Cornerstone highlights a Trust Center, ISO 42001 certification for responsible AI, and U.S. Federal IL4 authorization for Talent & Learning (platform-level).
Pricing hints: Enterprise, quote-based pricing. Sold as part of Cornerstone’s unified Galaxy/Elevate talent suite; Engage Cornerstone for a personalized demo and estimate.
Security hints: Trust Center referenced platform-wide; ISO 42001 certification for responsible AI (platform). Only software authorized with IL4 security in Talent & Learning Management for U.S. Federal (2025).
Compliance hints: ISO 42001 (AI) noted.
Implementation hints: Cornerstone offers Services, Integrations & APIs, and an open ecosystem (Extend) to support onboarding and integration.
Support hints: Customer Help portals and Community are available; global offices.
Integration hints: Platform-level integrations and APIs with Workday, Microsoft Teams, Salesforce, plus additional connectors via Cornerstone Extend Marketplace. Unified data and experiences across the talent stack.
- Inclusive talent strategy: Fair, healthy talent systems, objective decision-making processes, personalized learning and career paths, closing representation gaps.
- Learning & Content: AI-powered, modern content and formats for cultural and social competencies; personalized experiences based on interests, skills, and roles.
- Performance & Career, Recruiting, HR: End-to-end talent processes on the Galaxy platform (Learn, Elevate, Transform, Extend) for development, mobility, and skills transparency.
- Compliance Management: Automatic assignment of mandatory training based on role/location/policy, accessible on any device; tracking of certificates/deadlines; real-time proof of compliance, better audit preparation, and risk reduction.
- Integrations & APIs: Open ecosystem with integrations to Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Workday, and others; flexible APIs and pre-built connectors.
- Security & Trust: Comprehensive Trust Center including security/GRC documents, penetration tests, disaster recovery reports, status dashboard, hosting on AWS, policies for DLP/firewall/cloud network security.
- AI Features: Galaxy AI for skills intelligence, personalized recommendations, and workforce planning; ISO 42001 (AI) certified. (https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/platform/, https://trustcenter.cornerstoneondemand.com/)
Pricing hints: Enterprise/modular approach via demo/request to Cornerstone Sales. (https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/de/solutions/workplaces-for-all/, https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/contact-us/)
Security hints: Trust Center with evidence and policies; Certifications/attestations: SOC 2 Type 2, ISO/IEC 27001/27017/27018/27701, ISO/IEC 42001 (AI), CSA STAR Level 1, FedRAMP Moderate, DoD IL4, DORA; Data protection frameworks: GDPR, EU-US/Swiss-US/UK DPF; US privacy: CCPA/CPRA; others: 21 CFR Part 11, Cyber Essentials Plus; security documents including pentest and DR reports; hosting on AWS; guidelines on access control, DLP, firewall, cloud network security, and AppSec in the SDLC.
Compliance hints: Focus on compliance training/qualifications (automated assignment, tracking, audit evidence) as well as broad compliance certifications/regimes such as GDPR, ISO 27001 et seq., SOC 2, FedRAMP Moderate, DoD IL4, 21 CFR Part 11, DORA, VPAT, privacy frameworks (EU-US/Swiss-US/UK DPF). (https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/compliance/, https://trustcenter.cornerstoneondemand.com/)
Implementation hints: No specific implementation timeline provided; Cornerstone offers services and an open ecosystem (Extend, Marketplace) for customization and integration; individual consultation via demo/expert contact. (https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/platform/, https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/contact-us/)
Support hints: Community & Support, customer portals, globally accessible locations/contacts, Customer Success Commitment; contact via form, phone, and regional offices. (https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/contact-us/, https://www.cornerstoneondemand.com/platform/)
Integration hints: Market-leading integrations with Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Workday; integrations & APIs, pre-built connectors, and an open ecosystem via Extend/Marketplace.
Features at a Glance
Recruiting & ATS
- Job requisitions
- Recruiting analytics
- AI screening/ranking
- Career site
- Interview scheduling
Performance
- Reviews
- Goals/OKRs
- 360 feedback
Talent
- Succession planning
- Skills management
Learning
- Assignments
- Course catalog
- SCORM
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- API
- Data export
Integrations
- MS Teams integration
- Okta integration
- Azure AD integration
Administration
- Audit trail
- Custom fields
Security & IT
- SSO/SAML
- RBAC
- MFA
- Data residency region
- Audit logs
- SCIM
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Compliance
- GDPR
- DPA available
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
On request
Implementation
Highly configurable platform with a modular rollout. Open ecosystem (APIs, Marketplace) for integration into existing HR landscapes. Cornerstone Services support onboarding, adoption, and optimization.
Support
Support-Portal/Community · Email
Time zones: Global
Global presence with regional offices.
Integrations
ADP (Gateway SSO)
SSOSingle Sign-On via ADP Marketplace/Gateway.
ADP
PayrollExpanded strategic alliance; data synchronization/HR-payroll integration.
Cornerstone Extend / App Marketplace
OtherMarketplace for partner solutions (e.g., background screening, content management, CPD).
Developer & App Builder Tools
APITools for developing extensions, custom apps, and integrations (Cornerstone Edge/Extend).
Webhooks
WebhookNear-real-time synchronization capabilities.
Productivity and AI tools (flow of work)
OtherIntegrations to surface experiences in productivity/AI tools (e.g., in the flow of work)
Microsoft Teams
OtherPre-built integration; for example, for learning and talent functions in collaboration workflows.
Salesforce
OtherPre-built connector; for example, for embedding learning/talent workflows into CRM contexts.
OData APIs
APIAn open, OData-based API layer for data access, reporting, and integrations.
Open APIs
APIPublic/open APIs to integrate with HR systems of record, recruiting tech, learning/content ecosystems, and productivity/AI tools.
Cornerstone APIs
APIOpen APIs for data access, integrations, and extensions
Cornerstone Extend Marketplace
OtherMarketplace for Extensions, Connectors, and Apps
Galaxy Extend Marketplace
OtherPlug-and-play partner integrations available via marketplace.
Extend Import
APILarge-scale, normalized data ingestion into Cornerstone; part of Galaxy Extend.
Prebuilt connectors
OtherPrebuilt integrations/connectors for common HR and recruiting systems.
Public REST APIs
APIFlexible APIs for Data and Process Integration
Workday
HRISPre-built connector for master data/process integration.
HR systems of record
HRISIntegrates with core HRIS as the system of record.
Okta
SSOSSO/SAML
Learning/content ecosystems
OtherConnects with learning providers and content platforms.
Recruiting technology
ATSIntegrates with applicant tracking and recruiting tools.
Azure AD (Entra ID)
SSOSSO/SAML
