Shapes People Analytics
Shapes — AI-native PeopleOS
Shapes is an AI-native PeopleOS that replaces traditional HRIS with a single, flexible platform for all people processes. It includes People Directory, Time Off, Attendance, Workflows, Performance & Growth, People Analytics, Surveys, and Docs & eSign, with AI-driven automation, insights, and best-practice guidance. SaaS-based, quick to implement, and built with robust access control aligned to GDPR and UK data protection standards.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
- SOC 2 Type II
Data & Hosting
Data residency
Global
Hosting
Role-based access and permissions were mentioned. Regarding SSO/SAML, MFA, SCIM, encryption, IP allowlisting, data residency, and certifications: Available upon request.
Retention & deletion
Within 60 days after the agreement ends or expires, Shapes returns or deletes customer personal data processed on the customer's behalf, at the customer's choice. Data required by law or needed for legal claims may be retained longer.
Reference to a “single, compliant data set” for employee data. Details regarding GDPR/ISO 27001/SOC 2 as well as the DPA and AVV: Available upon request.
Feature Scope
People analytics and reporting: AI‑powered dashboards that uncover patterns across headcount, compensation, DEI, leave, engagement, retention, performance, and more; unlimited custom reports with shareable links for external stakeholders; AI chat to answer questions on the fly; text analytics over survey and review responses to surface themes and opportunities. Time & attendance summaries: company‑wide and per‑employee hours/days worked, spot overtime, export/sync data to payroll, share with finance via links. People data foundation: central employee directory with compliant records, org charts, lists, detailed profiles, and instant high‑level insights (tenure, headcount, working hours); unlimited custom fields. Process automation: AI‑generated workflows for onboarding, offboarding, promotions, salary changes, parental leave, exit flows; tasks, emails, reminders, forms; workflow overview to track progress; template center; integrated e‑sign for contracts/policies with automatic storage on profiles. Time off management: AI‑built holiday/leave policies, templates, desktop/mobile requests, 1‑click approvals, notifications via email/Slack/Shapes app, calendar sync, insights and payroll sync. Docs & eSign: centralized knowledge base for policies/handbooks/templates; e‑sign tasks in workflows; files stored on profiles; compensation history tracking; AI chat over internal docs to retrieve answers. Integrations and data sharing: email and Slack notifications; calendar sync for time off; export/sync to payroll systems; shareable report links; API available via "MCP API Documentation"; general "Integrations" listed on pricing. Security and access: role‑based access/permissions noted ("proper access controls", "Unlimited permissions"); Pricing model: one price with all features (no per‑module). Mobile app included. Sources: https://shapes.co/people-analytics, https://shapes.co/people-directory, https://shapes.co/time-off, https://shapes.co/workflows, https://shapes.co/docs-and-sign, https://shapes.co/pricing, https://shapes.co/lp
Pricing hints: $8 per employee per month, billed annually; one price includes all features (no per‑module charges). Setup and onboarding included; a minimum subscription applies. Sources: https://shapes.co/pricing, https://shapes.co/lp
Security hints: Mentions of access controls/permissions ("proper access controls", "Unlimited permissions"). Source: https://shapes.co/docs-and-sign, https://shapes.co/pricing
Compliance hints: Site references a "single, compliant record" for employee data, Sources: https://shapes.co/people-directory
Implementation hints: “Live in days, not months”; setup and onboarding included; dedicated CSM & training provided. Sources: https://shapes.co/lp, https://shapes.co/pricing
Support hints: Claims “Support when you need it”; Dedicated CSM & training included. Source: https://shapes.co/lp, https://shapes.co/pricing
Integration hints: Email and Slack notifications for approvals; calendar sync for time off; export/sync data to payroll systems; API available ("MCP API Documentation"); general "Integrations" listed. Sources: https://shapes.co/time-off, https://shapes.co/people-analytics, https://shapes.co/pricing
Features at a Glance
Core HR
- Employee records
- Org chart
- Workflows
- Document management
- Employee self-service
- Manager self-service
- Roles & permissions
- Multi-entity
Leave
- Leave policies
- Approvals
- Calendars/absence
Onboarding
- Onboarding checklists
- Tasks & owners
Offboarding
- Offboarding checklists
Analytics
- Dashboards
- Custom reports
Data & API
- Data export
- API
Integrations
- Slack integration
- Okta integration
- Azure AD integration
- MS Teams integration
Mobile
- iOS/Android app
- Responsive UI
Administration
- Custom fields
Security & IT
- RBAC
Time Tracking
- Clock in/out
- Timesheets
- Overtime rules
Performance
- Reviews
Compliance
- GDPR
- SOC 2
- ISO 27001
Pricing Model
Per employee
$8 per employee per month, billed annually. One price includes all features (no per-module charges). Setup and onboarding included. Minimum subscription applies. Mobile app included.
Implementation
Setup and onboarding included. A dedicated CSM and training sessions are provided.
Support
Email · In-app chat
Dedicated CSM and training included; general motto: “Support when you need it.” Email: support@shapes.co. Help Center via Intercom.
Integrations
Slack
OtherNotifications for approvals/updates (e.g., time off).
Notifications and reminders.
Payroll systems (unspecified)
PayrollExport/sync time & attendance and time off data to payroll.
MCP API
APIPublic API available; 'MCP API Documentation' referenced.
Calendar (unspecified providers)
OtherCalendar sync for time off.