EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool vs Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)

EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool

I can't imagine a scenario where it is less appropriate than any other 360 tool. It's easy to use, customizable, and inexpensive. Reports are easy to interpret. Great tool for anyone looking to implement a new 360.

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Ellen Spara

Sr. Director - Talent Management

LyondellBasellChemicals, 10,001+ employees

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Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)

I think it's a good platform for tracking and monitoring goals, feedback, and development. We don't use the 1:1 meeting feature, however, I can see how that would be valuable for many organizations. I do like that it is very customizable, however, that also presents problems in that sometimes forms and/or processes can be a bit challenging to create easily and quickly.

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Eric Bryant, PHR

Sr. Training & Development Specialist

OrthoIndyHospital & Health Care, 501-1000 employees

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Feature Rating Comparison

EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool

6.0

Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)

7.1

Corporate goal setting

6.0

7.0

Subordinate goal setting

6.0

7.1

Individual goal setting

6.0

7.5

Line-of sight-visibility

6.0

6.7

Performance tracking

6.0

7.2

EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool

7.0

Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)

7.7

Performance plans

7.0

7.3

Plan weighting

7.0

8.7

Performance improvement plans

7.0

7.1

Review status tracking

7.0

7.9

Rater nomination workflow

7.0

7.8

Review reminders

7.0

7.8

Workflow restrictions

7.0

8.1

Multiple review frequency

7.0

7.6

Reporting

7.0

7.6

Manager note taking

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6.9

EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool

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Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)

7.8

New hire portal

—

7.7

Manager tracking tools

—

7.6

Compliance tracking and reporting

—

8.0

EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool

—

Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)

7.8

Create succession plans/pools

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7.6

Candidate ranking

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7.6

Candidate search

—

8.0

Candidate development

—

8.0

Pros

Interpersonal relationship
Team Building
Acknowledgement of weaknesses

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Verified User

Executive in Human Resources

Information Technology and Services Company, 51-200 employees

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Halogen is available in the cloud. This allowed users who were not in positions with access to PCs to utilize the software from home when near a pc.
Halogen is able to import data from our main ERP system using a file data dump and continuous reload each day.
Halogen is useful for coordinating between multiple areas of the organization. HR no longer has to send out individual emails to users but instead send system messages within the application to let users know their need to complete their reviews.

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Verified User

Administrator in Information Technology

Hospital & Health Care Company, 5001-10,000 employees

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Cons

Easier interpretation

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Verified User

Executive in Human Resources

Information Technology and Services Company, 51-200 employees

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The performance module is great, but it can be challenging to train on.

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Jennifer Vedrani

Sr Director, HR Strategy and Integration

HD Supply Construction & Industrial - White CapBuilding Materials, 1001-5000 employees

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Likelihood to Renew

EchoSpan 360-Degree Feedback Tool9.6

Based on 2 answers

Customer support and the cost of the product would be my number one reasons. Customer support is fantastic!

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Michelle Martfeld

Administrative Assistant

Cameco CorporationMining & Metals, 1001-5000 employees

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Saba TalentSpace (formerly Halogen)8.0

Based on 11 answers

Although I am not with the same company anymore, I would have been very likely to renew. In the face of cost cutting efforts, the business may be forced to look at cheaper solutions, but they will sacrifice functionality and ease of use for all users if they opt for a cheaper solution.

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