Best Rippling Alternatives for IT and Operations Management
Rippling is a powerful tool for unifying HR and IT, but it is not the right fit for every budget or operational structure. Here are the top alternatives for 2024.
Genuity Team
Founder, Genuity
Rippling has gained significant market share by combining HR, payroll, and IT management into a single platform. This 'all-in-one' approach is convenient for companies that want a single source of truth for employee data. However, the platform can be expensive and complex for teams that already have a payroll provider they like or those who need more specialized IT asset management and procurement tools.
First, what is Rippling?
Best for: Mid-sized companies looking to consolidate HR, payroll, and basic IT management into one vendor.
Strengths
- Deep integration between employee records and device provisioning
- Automated onboarding and offboarding workflows
- Unified dashboard for HR, Finance, and IT departments
Where it falls short
- Pricing can scale quickly as you add modules
- Requires moving your HR and payroll to get the most value
- IT features are often secondary to the HRIS core
The top alternatives
- #1Top pick
Genuity: The IT-First Alternative to Rippling
Genuity is designed for companies that want to manage their IT infrastructure without being forced to switch their HR or payroll providers. While Rippling focuses on the employee lifecycle, Genuity focuses on the technology lifecycle. It provides a centralized hub for tracking hardware, managing software spend, and handling internal support requests through an integrated help desk.
- Wholesale software marketplace to reduce SaaS spend
- Vendor-agnostic IT asset management for all company hardware
- Integrated help desk and ticketing system for employee support
- Contract management to track renewals and prevent overspending
- Network and telecom spend visibility
Side-by-side comparison
| Category | Genuity | Rippling | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | IT & Software Management | HR, Payroll & IT | Neck-and-neck |
| Software Procurement | Wholesale Marketplace | App Provisioning | Stronger |
| Support System | Built-in Help Desk & Ticketing | HR-focused Support | Stronger |
| Hardware Tracking | Full Lifecycle Asset Management |
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to switch payroll to use Genuity?
No. Unlike Rippling, Genuity is standalone IT management software that works alongside your existing payroll and HR tools.
Does Genuity manage company laptops?
Yes, Genuity provides tools to track hardware assets, including laptops, monitors, and other peripherals throughout their lifecycle.
Can Genuity help reduce my software costs?
Yes, Genuity includes a marketplace where companies can buy business software at wholesale prices and tools to track current SaaS spend.
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