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Oracle HCM Cloud vs SumTotal Systems Talent Portal [EOL] comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Oracle HCM Cloud
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
6.7
Number of Reviews
74
Ranking in other categories
Benefits Administration (2nd), Talent Management (4th), Cloud HCM (4th), HR Analytics Software (1st), Talent Acquisition (3rd)
SumTotal Systems Talent Por...
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Q&A Highlights

it_user585276 - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 10, 2017
 

Featured Reviews

Kishor Namburu - PeerSpot reviewer
Streamlines HR operations and reduces management through valuable self-service features
We used Oracle HCM Cloud for HRMS to access without a perpetual license. We aimed to transition employees to the cloud because Oracle planned to stop support for E Business Suite by twenty twenty-five. We wanted to test and understand how Oracle HCM Cloud would support our business needs It…
it_user585276 - PeerSpot reviewer
A customizable, end-to-end solution for Performance Management, Learning, and Succession Planning
* There should be a feature for succession managers to add employee-specific comments so that it is visible only to the manager. * Not sure how this can be made easier, but the development of interface from the core HR system to this system is a tedious and time-consuming process, involving multiple iterations of modifications and testing. * Analytics is one area where this system really needs a large improvement because currently, it has only basic reporting features.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"We haven't had a single issue with stability, and we've been using it for more than three years."
"The most valuable feature of Oracle HCM Cloud is the dashboards, customization, and configuration."
"In terms of ERP, it's a good product. It's convenient."
"The most valuable features of Oracle HCM Cloud are the easy ability to customize the solution and applications. Additionally, the solution updates the solution"
"Oracle HCM has a great reporting platform, OTPI, with drag-and-drop functionality. I can design my own reports without relying on the technical team. This empowers HR users to create reports based on their needs, which is a huge advantage."
"Offers a good balanced scorecard capability."
"The application design is beautiful."
"The product's most valuable feature is the centralization of data."
"System usability has improved to a large extent and our manual effort has been reduced."
 

Cons

"The solutions could improve by having better performance. There are times when we have experienced some delays. The reports could be quicker."
"Although the performance management is good, it could be improved as its functionality is quite basic."
"There needs to be familiarity mixed in with novelty."
"Cloud learning can be improved."
"The GUI interface should be more user-friendly."
"The performance and reaction time can be improved."
"The interface could be more user friendly."
"In the next release, I would like to see a new recruitments module. I would like to see the preboarding so that it sends out integrations through personal email. That would be very useful."
"Analytics is one area where this system really needs a large improvement because currently, it has only basic reporting features."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is quite expensive for small and medium-sized companies."
"The price of Oracle HCM Cloud could improve. However, everyone would like the price of a solution they are using to be less expensive."
"On an annual basis, we pay about $25,000 for our company. This includes the VAT, support, upgrades and everything else."
"I don't know how much it costs, but I know that everything is included. We don't pay anything extra apart from the licensing fee."
"I haven't personally dealt with the cost details, but based on client feedback, Oracle HCM Cloud is considered expensive due to additional support costs on top of licensing fees."
"The data traffic cost is expensive. The solution can scale up beyond my imagination, but the cost can rise up easily."
"Licensing fees are on a yearly basis."
"It is definitely super expensive. Oracle is very, very expensive for what they offer."
"Licensing is quite flexible, but please ensure that you have the right team negotiating with them."
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Answers from the Community

it_user585276 - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 10, 2017
Aug 10, 2017
I see them less in recent new contracts for larger organisations, which are typically won by the other ones mentioned in Q2. From what I have seen from Sumtotal, it is a fine LMS but may be a bit old fashioned with less appealing learning experience. Other attention points are availability of experienced consultancy services in your area and the integration with other modules in the Talent suit...
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GV
Aug 8, 2017
I see them less in recent new contracts for larger organisations, which are typically won by the other ones mentioned in Q2. From what I have seen from Sumtotal, it is a fine LMS but may be a bit old fashioned with less appealing learning experience. Other attention points are availability of experienced consultancy services in your area and the integration with other modules in the Talent suite, as some of these have been acquired, so integration may be an issue.
it_user585276 - PeerSpot reviewer
Aug 10, 2017
Thanks Geert Van.. Appreciate your response. Helpful!
 

Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
10%
Financial Services Firm
9%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Government
7%
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Company Size

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Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business25
Midsize Enterprise18
Large Enterprise32
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Questions from the Community

What are the differences between Oracle HCM Cloud and PeopleSoft?
Although both are solutions to manage HR, their differences make each one suitable for different companies. Oracle Cloud HCM is a platform for connecting all human resource processes in your organ...
What do you like most about Oracle HCM Cloud?
The most valuable features of the solution are the core HR, absence, payroll, and recruitment modules.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Oracle HCM Cloud?
Cost-management initiatives were implemented to reduce expenses, such as controlling overtime hours. Licensing costs were also a consideration, particularly regarding contractors.
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Also Known As

Oracle Human Capital Management Cloud
Talent Portal
 

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Sample Customers

Kovaion Consulting India Pvt. Ltd., eVerge Group, Kalpataru, Logicalis Inc., Macmillan Science and Education, Drivestream Inc., Kamal Osman Jamjoom Group LLC, WAXIE Sanitary Supply
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