Namely Performance Management
Namely — All-in-One HCM Platform, Payroll & Managed Services
Namely offers a cloud-based HCM platform for midsized companies. It covers HR management, payroll, time tracking, onboarding, reporting, and mobile self-service; additional modules support benefits administration, applicant tracking, performance management, workforce management, and compliance. Namely also provides managed HR, payroll, and benefits services. Founded in 2012, the company is headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, and is listed as having 1,001 to 5,000 employees.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
US
Hosting
SSO support is indicated under the "Identity Management/SSO" partner category; An open API with developer documentation is available.
Retention & deletion
Namely retains personal data only as long as necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, to meet legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Its privacy policy does not specify a fixed retention period.
Compliance-related tools are available through the broader Namely platform.
Feature Scope
Performance reviews with customizable forms, automated reminders, and transparent progress tracking; configurable review cycles and approvals; goal setting with alignment across teams/departments and real-time progress visibility; continuous feedback and coaching tools for managers and peers; check-ins, recognition and accountability workflows; manager dashboards and analytics for review status and performance metrics; integration with HR, payroll, and reporting in the Namely HCM (mobile-enabled); reporting and workforce insights via real-time data and custom visualizations; compliance-adjacent capabilities via the broader platform including LMS with 300+ courses, multi-state compliance alerts, OSHA & EEO-1/ACA reports, dynamic employee handbook with version control, I-9 verification, anonymous reporting, HR forms/policies templates, and access to live HR advisors; integrations ecosystem and open API to connect employee data to ATS, time & attendance, learning, identity/SSO, background checks, ERP/financials, e-signature, benefits/COBRA, compensation, engagement/recognition, health & wellness, savings/retirement, office tools, travel, and more; partner categories include Identity Management and SSO, indicating SSO support via integrations; developer documentation available for API-based extensions.
Pricing hints: Performance Management is presented as an enhanced/module within Namely’s HCM. Pricing appears package-based with add-on modules.
Security hints: Identity Management and SSO are listed as partner categories, suggesting SSO support via integrations.
Compliance hints: Compliance features in the broader platform include LMS with 300+ courses, multi-state compliance support/alerts, OSHA & EEO-1 logs/reporting, ACA reports, dynamic handbook, I-9 verification, anonymous reporting, and live HR advisors.
Implementation hints: Positioned as integrated within Namely HCM (HR, Payroll, Reporting, Mobile). Customizable forms and automated reminders indicate configurable setup.
Support hints: Client Care resources, FAQs/knowledge base, and contact pathways for General, Sales, and Employee Support are available.
Integration hints: Open API available with developer documentation. Broad partner ecosystem across: ATS; Compliance; Financials/ERP; E-signature; Benefits & COBRA admin; Identity Management and SSO; International payroll; EOR/international HR; Recognition & engagement; Learning; Feedback & performance; HR outsourcing; Health & wellness; Compensation; Time & attendance; Savings & retirement; App integrations; Office management; Travel; Brokerage partners; Background checks.
Features at a Glance
Performance
- Reviews
- 360 feedback
- Goals/OKRs
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- API
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Core HR
- Employee records
- Workflows
- Document management
- Employee self-service
- Manager self-service
- Roles & permissions
Administration
- Custom fields
Security & IT
- SSO/SAML
- RBAC
- SCIM
Learning
- Course catalog
Integrations
- Okta integration
Pricing Model
On request
Performance Management is listed in the Namely Plus, Namely Plus People, and Namely Complete packages. Namely does not state a fixed price for these packages; pricing depends on complexity, modules, and required services. The base package, Namely Now, starts at USD 9 per employee per month but does not include Performance Management according to the package comparison.
Implementation
Configuration within Namely HCM using customizable forms, templates, and automated reminders; includes defining review cycles, approvals, goals, and permissions. The schedule and services depend on your current use of Namely HCM; details available upon request.
Support
Email · Phone · Knowledge base · Web form/Portal
Client care resources, FAQs/knowledge base, and contact options for general support, sales, and employee support are available.
Integrations
Open API
APIDeveloper documentation available for building extensions and data connections.
Applicant Tracking Systems (various)
ATSEcosystem and API connections to sync employee/candidate data.
Time & Attendance (various)
Time & attendanceIntegrations for time tracking and scheduling.
Background Checks (various)
Background checksPartner integrations for screening.
ERP / Financials (various)
OtherAccounting and financial system connections.
E-signature (various)
E-signatureIntegrations for document signing workflows.
Compensation (various)
OtherComp planning and benchmarking tools.
Health & Wellness (various)
OtherWellness and health program integrations.
EOR / International HR (various)
OtherEmployer of Record and international HR services.
Identity Providers / SSO (various)
SSOSSO available via identity management partners.
Compliance Tools (various)
OtherCompliance-related partner integrations.
Savings & Retirement (various)
Other401(k)/retirement savings connections.
Travel (various)
OtherTravel management connections.
International Payroll (various)
PayrollGlobal payroll partners.
Feedback & Performance (partners)
OtherEcosystem includes learning/feedback tools in addition to native capabilities.
Engagement & Recognition (various)
OtherRecognition and engagement platforms.
Benefits & COBRA Administration (various)
OtherBenefits platforms and COBRA administration partners.
HR Outsourcing (various)
OtherService partners for HR outsourcing.
App Integrations / Office Tools (various)
OtherProductivity and office tool integrations.
