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    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Development Dimensions

    Score6 out of 10
    N/ADevelopment Dimensions International (DDI) is a talent management consulting company, offering Leadership Development training modules and Talent Assessments.N/A

    Sympa

    Score9 out of 10
    N/ASympa is an HR system for growing, global businesses, offering one system for people data and processes, with local flexibility and global alignment.

    $9.50

    per month per user

    Pricing
    Development DimensionsSympa
    Editions & Modules
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Development DimensionsSympa
    Free Trial
    NoNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoYes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeRequired
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    Features
    Development DimensionsSympa
    Performance and Goals
    Comparison of Performance and Goals features of Development Dimensions International and Sympa
    Feature
    Development Dimensions International
    8.3
    1 Ratings
    6% above category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    21% above category average
    Corporate goal setting9.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Subordinate goal setting8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
    Individual goal setting8.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Performance tracking8.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Performance Management
    Comparison of Performance Management features of Development Dimensions International and Sympa
    Feature
    Development Dimensions International
    8.5
    1 Ratings
    1% above category average
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    22% above category average
    Performance plans9.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Performance improvement plans8.01 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Review status tracking00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Human Resource Management
    Comparison of Human Resource Management features of Development Dimensions International and Sympa
    Feature
    Development Dimensions International
    -
    Ratings
    Sympa
    9.8
    1 Ratings
    18% above category average
    Employee demographic data00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Employment history00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Job profiles and administration00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Organizational charting00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Organization and location management00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Compliance data (COBRA, OSHA, etc.)00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
    Leave and Attendance Management
    Comparison of Leave and Attendance Management features of Development Dimensions International and Sympa
    Feature
    Development Dimensions International
    -
    Ratings
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    19% above category average
    Approval workflow00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Balance details00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Annual carry-forward and encashment00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Employee Self Service
    Comparison of Employee Self Service features of Development Dimensions International and Sympa
    Feature
    Development Dimensions International
    -
    Ratings
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    19% above category average
    View and generate pay and benefit information00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Update personal information00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    View company policy documentation00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    View job history00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Asset Management
    Comparison of Asset Management features of Development Dimensions International and Sympa
    Feature
    Development Dimensions International
    -
    Ratings
    Sympa
    10.0
    1 Ratings
    22% above category average
    Tracking of all physical assets00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Development DimensionsSympa
    Likelihood to Recommend
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    9.0
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    User Testimonials
    Development DimensionsSympa
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Development Dimensions International
    When I got hired on at my company, we needed some quick wins and instant content to get some of the initiatives going. Having the facilitator and participant materials all ready to go (Training in a box) was extremely helpful. What would have taken me years to put together myself, I was able to put together in a few months. The materials are very user friendly.
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    Sympa
    In my usage of Sympa, I find that it's very useful for onboarding, goal management, and organizational structure lookups. I haven't yet experienced any areas where it doesn't work well or isn't appropriate. We have many other software systems that work in tandem with Sympa.
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    Pros
    Development Dimensions International
    • I enjoyed the process of getting certified to teach topics from DDI. Our master instructor was excellent. He gave wonderful feedback and provided an environment where we could practice our skills and be ready to teach.
    • The facilitator and participant materials are very professional and well laid out. They are easy to follow. Especially as a facilitator of the course. The facilitator guide provides very detailed content of what to say and how to teach the topic.
    • I love the additional job aids, videos, surveys and reinforcement of training tools they provide for you to use with your learners. They also are provided in various formats (mobile, hard copy, etc.)
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    Sympa
    • Customized interface.
    • Global Org Chart/Employee lookup.
    • Onboarding tasks.
    • Updating and reviewing personal goals, quotas, and PDP.
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    Cons
    Development Dimensions International
    • Some of the courses are a bit out of date. They don't always stay up with the times of current trends in the business world.
    • I would like to have the option of using the participant materials in a mobile format instead of having to call in and order hard copy participant materials for each course I teach.
    • I would like to see more courses converted to Industrial format. I work for an Industrial type company and some of the courses are not relevant or do not hit home for our learners. They say they cannot relate to the case studies, videos, etc.
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    Sympa
    • Loading speeds have been a bit slow at points.
    • Our customized interface is easy to use but beginning to feel a bit dated (could use a refresh).
    • Minor user-interface features could be added to take it to the next level.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Development Dimensions International
    I like OpenSesame for the numerous options of topics you have to choose from. However, my DDI rep really helped me drill down the topics we needed to focus on. DDI simplified the process for me so it was not so confusing on where to start and what to use. We mapped out a plan together on how to support our employees and leaders in their development.
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    Sympa
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    Return on Investment
    Development Dimensions International
    • We are a part of a dealer network. Before we rolled out the training and materials using DDI, we ranked 38 out of 52 dealers for our dealer loyalty score. We are now ranked #2.
    • We are seeing our leaders confidence go up. They feel much more confident in how to lead their teams. The environment within the teams has improved. They are having more effective conversations with team members. 1x1s are happening in a more consistent basis.
    • Our leaders have more tools than they have had before in how to lead and support their teams. Checklists, templates, surveys, etc.
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    Sympa
    • Provides visibility to all things HR.
    • On demand access so you don't need to wait on replies from HR.
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