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Talent Management Software (TMS)<\/a>\u00a0is a technology tool used by HR professionals to manage employees within an organization. Closely related to HR software, Gartner Inc., defines TMS as\u00a0an integrated set of applications that support an organization\u2019s need to plan, attract, develop, reward, engage and retain talent. Such applications include\u00a0workforce planning, talent acquisition & onboarding, performance appraisal\/assessment, goal management, learning management, competency management, career development, succession management & compensation management.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

As TMS encompasses all the talent management suites, integrated HR systems and other all-in-one HR tools that attempt at doing it all, these systems are integrated software solutions built to track and manage the recruitment, professional development and performance of employees and potential candidates. Talent management platforms enable the automation of all the processes within the talent management realm and simplify workflows for HR and the company as a whole.<\/p>\n

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A talent management solution can also smooth the flow of information across HR, payroll, and benefits administration. This sharing of data can enable your business to better innovate and your employees to better perform. It doesn\u2019t only help HR administrative needs however, talent management is a business strategy, so the software simplifies business processes and allows room for improvement in the top talent in the company.<\/p>\n

Below are four things you should consider before purchasing a TMS.<\/a><\/p>\n

A Broad Range of Tools<\/h4>\n

Today’s talent management systems encompass many different functions and tools. It\u00a0is a broad subject, everything from hiring to onboarding to performance reviews fall under the umbrella of talent management, but those topics only crack the surface. According to TrustRadius, talent management systems feature components ranging from performance management to compensation planning, goal alignment, recruitment, and performance management. In order to do a thorough and accurate talent management system comparison, you\u2019ll first need to identify which specific functions you\u2019re looking for. We’ve provided you with the must-have features and nice-to-have features here.<\/a><\/p>\n

Questions to Ask Your Provider<\/h4>\n

While you\u2019re in the processes of looking for a talent management solution to purchase, it\u2019s critical to ask your software vendor questions in order to know all about the software or system you\u2019re about to implement into your business\/organization. People want to make sure that the talent management system they buy will support their organizations for years to come. We have put together a list of questions to ask you talent management software vendor before purchasing here.<\/a><\/p>\n

TMS is Not What It Once Was<\/h4>\n

A recent Forbes article<\/a> notes that in the early 2000s, HR management solutions primarily consisted of tools. Now, however, HR software is more focused on integrated talent management. According to an ERE article<\/a>, an integrated talent management function has several distinguishing characteristics:<\/p>\n