Culture Amp

Culture Amp occupies a different space than traditional HR software. Instead of managing payroll and benefits administration, it focuses on the human side of work: understanding how employees feel, helping them develop, and creating high-performance cultures.

The engagement platform centers on surveys—everything from annual engagement surveys to pulse checks, onboarding surveys, and exit interviews. Culture Amp's library includes science-backed questions developed with organizational psychologists. The analytics highlight drivers of engagement and predict turnover risk.

Performance management moves beyond annual reviews. The platform supports continuous feedback, 1:1 meeting templates, goal tracking (OKRs supported), and structured performance conversations. Calibration tools help managers align on ratings across teams.

The development features include skills assessment, career path visualization, and learning recommendations. Employees can identify growth areas and find resources to address them. Managers get coaching prompts based on their team's engagement data.

What makes Culture Amp valuable is the benchmarking. They've collected data from thousands of companies, so you can compare your engagement scores against industry peers. The people science team publishes research on what drives performance and retention.

Pricing is per employee per month, typically $5-9 depending on modules and company size. Most companies start with engagement surveys and add performance management over time. Implementation includes onboarding and change management support.

The limitation is scope—Culture Amp doesn't replace your HRIS, payroll, or benefits. It's a complement to those systems, focusing on a specific slice of the employee experience.