Top 8 HR Apps for Microsoft Teams
Transform Teams into your HR command center with these essential apps for employee management and engagement
Essential HR Apps for Teams
1. BambooHR
Complete HR management with employee records, time tracking, and performance reviews.
- Employee self-service portal
- Time-off requests and approvals
- Performance management tools
- Onboarding workflows
2. Workday
Enterprise HR and financial management with advanced analytics and reporting.
- Workforce planning and analytics
- Talent acquisition and management
- Learning and development tracking
- Compensation and benefits management
3. ADP Workforce Now
Comprehensive payroll and HR solution with compliance management.
- Payroll processing and tax management
- Benefits administration
- Time and attendance tracking
- Compliance reporting
4. 15Five
Employee engagement and performance management with regular check-ins.
- Weekly check-ins and 1-on-1s
- Goal setting and tracking
- Employee feedback and recognition
- Performance review automation
5. Culture Amp
Employee feedback and culture analytics platform.
- Employee engagement surveys
- Culture and climate analysis
- Manager effectiveness insights
- Action planning tools
6. Lattice
Performance management and employee development platform.
- Goal setting and OKR tracking
- 360-degree feedback
- Career development planning
- Performance review cycles
7. Slack (for HR workflows)
Streamline HR processes with automated workflows and approvals.
- HR approval workflows
- Employee onboarding automation
- Policy updates and announcements
- HR support and ticketing
8. Scrumrobo
Async standups and team retrospectives for better team health and productivity.
- Team health monitoring
- Blocker identification and escalation
- Productivity insights and reporting
- Manager visibility into team progress
Setting Up Your HR Team in Teams
Channel Structure
- #hr-general - Company-wide HR announcements and policies
- #hr-recruiting - Job postings, candidate updates, and hiring discussions
- #hr-employee-relations - Employee questions, concerns, and support
- #hr-benefits - Benefits information, open enrollment, and questions
- #hr-payroll - Payroll questions, time-off requests, and related discussions
- #hr-development - Training, learning opportunities, and career development
HR Workflow Automation
Onboarding Automation
- Automated welcome messages and introductions
- New hire checklist and task assignments
- Document collection and verification
- Equipment and access provisioning
- Buddy assignment and mentoring setup
Performance Management
- Automated review cycle reminders
- Goal setting and tracking workflows
- 360-degree feedback collection
- Performance improvement plans
- Recognition and rewards programs
Employee Engagement
- Regular pulse surveys and feedback
- Team health and satisfaction monitoring
- Recognition and appreciation programs
- Career development planning
- Exit interview automation
Compliance and Reporting
- Policy acknowledgment tracking
- Training completion monitoring
- Compliance reporting and alerts
- Audit trail maintenance
- Legal requirement notifications
How Scrumrobo Enhances HR Operations
Team Health Monitoring
Track team satisfaction, identify burnout risks, and monitor work-life balance through regular async check-ins.
Manager Insights
Provide managers with visibility into team progress, blockers, and engagement without additional meetings.
Reduced Meeting Overhead
Move routine status updates to async format, freeing up time for meaningful HR conversations and strategic work.
Data-Driven Decisions
Use team productivity and satisfaction data to inform HR policies, training needs, and organizational changes.
Best Practices for HR in Teams
- Maintain confidentiality. Use private channels and DMs for sensitive HR discussions.
- Document everything. Keep records of important conversations and decisions.
- Set clear expectations. Define response times and escalation procedures.
- Use automation wisely. Automate routine tasks but maintain human touch for sensitive matters.
- Regular training. Ensure HR team knows how to use all integrated tools effectively.
- Monitor usage. Track which apps and features are most valuable to your team.
- Gather feedback. Regularly ask employees about their experience with HR tools and processes.
Security and Compliance Considerations
- Ensure all HR apps comply with CCPA and other relevant regulations
- Use conditional access policies to control data access
- Enable audit logs for all HR-related activities
- Regularly review and update app permissions
- Train HR team on data privacy and security best practices
- Implement data retention policies for HR records
- Use encryption for sensitive employee data
Transform Your HR Operations with Teams
Integrate the right HR apps and use Scrumrobo to monitor team health and productivity.