What is PageUp and is it the right HCM platform for your organisation?

PageUp is an Australian-built Human Capital Management (HCM) platform focused on end-to-end talent management.

It brings together recruitment, onboarding, learning, performance, and succession planning in one cloud-based solution - designed to help organisations attract, engage, and grow their people at scale.

Well established in higher education, healthcare, government, and professional services, PageUp is often shortlisted by HR leaders seeking to modernise fragmented hiring and development tools without replacing their entire HRIS. Its ability to integrate with existing payroll and core HR platforms makes it an attractive option for businesses that want to enhance talent outcomes while maintaining operational continuity.

This page outlines PageUp’s core capabilities, ideal fit, and how to determine if it aligns with your workforce strategy.

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Key features of PageUp HCM

  • Applicant tracking system (ATS) with career site and candidate experience tools
  • Digital onboarding with task automation and policy acknowledgement
  • Performance reviews, goal setting, and 360-degree feedback
  • Learning management system (LMS) with compliance and skills tracking
  • Succession planning and internal mobility features
  • Recruitment marketing and talent pooling capabilities
  • Reporting, dashboards, and analytics across the talent lifecycle
  • Integration with payroll, HRIS, and ERP platforms

Which organisations is PageUp best suited for?

PageUp is typically a strong fit for:

  • Mid-sized to large organisations with complex hiring and development needs
  • HR teams looking to unify talent acquisition, onboarding, learning, and performance
  • Organisations already using a separate HRIS or payroll system
  • Businesses with high compliance, audit, or public sector obligations
  • Industries including higher education, healthcare, government, retail, and professional services

Pros and cons of PageUp HCM

Where PageUp delivers value:

  • End-to-end talent management in one modular platform
  • Strong recruitment and onboarding workflows with a focus on user experience
  • Australian-developed with local support and compliance features
  • Deep experience in public and regulated sectors
  • Integration-friendly architecture with most HR systems

Where it may fall short:

  • Not a full core HR or payroll system – works best when layered onto an existing HRIS
  • Some modules may require configuration to suit unique business structures
  • May be more than needed for small teams or basic recruitment processes
  • LMS and performance features are effective but less advanced than some best-of-breed tools

Alternatives to PageUp

Depending on your HR strategy and digital roadmap, alternatives to PageUp may include:

  • ELMO – a locally hosted HCM suite with broader HR and payroll functionality
  • Workday – for organisations wanting a unified HCM and planning platform
  • SAP SuccessFactors – strong global solution for learning, performance, and compliance
  • Oracle HCM – for large, complex organisations seeking advanced integration
  • Employment Hero – ideal for smaller teams needing rapid deployment and local payroll

Compare these in our Human Capital Management Solutions Guide.

Planning your PageUp HCM journey

Whether you’re exploring PageUp as a standalone talent platform or integrating it into a broader HCM stack, SMC can help you plan your transformation with clarity and confidence.

Expert insights from SMC

At Solution Minds Consulting, we’ve supported organisations across education, healthcare, government, and professional services to assess and implement talent-focused HCM platforms like PageUp.

For many, PageUp strikes the right balance between functionality, flexibility, and local support – especially when core HR and payroll systems are already in place. Our structured, vendor-neutral approach helps clients map their workforce challenges, prioritise talent outcomes, and determine whether PageUp fits within a scalable digital HR strategy.

Explore our services in HCM Selection, Digital Strategy, and Change Management.