Feature Comparison
What’s included
A capability-level view of what each product covers.
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Staffology HR
IRIS Cascade
Core HR & self-service
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Employee records & document management |  | |
| Organisation chart | | |
| Absence & leave management | | |
| Employee & manager self-service | | |
| Mobile app | | |
| Onboarding workflows | | |
| Advanced workflow configuration |  | |
| Multi-entity / multi-company support | | |
| Multi-post management | | |
Payroll & expenses
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated payroll | | |
| Expenses management | | |
| Timesheets | | |
Recruitment & talent
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Vacancy management | | |
| Candidate portal | | |
| IRIS Recruitment integration | | |
| Digital document signing | | |
Performance & learning
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Appraisals & objectives | | |
| Employee recognition | | |
| Training record management | | |
| LMS / eLearning via integrated partner | | |
| Personal development plans | | |
| Skills mapping | | |
| 9 Box Grid | | |
Reporting & analytics
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Standard HR reports | | |
| Advanced dashboards | | |
| Audit trails | | |
Compliance & security
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 9001 certified | | |
| ISO 27001 certified | | |
| Auto-updating compliance | | |
Integration & API
| Feature | Staffology HR | IRIS Cascade |
|---|---|---|
| Open API | | |
| Standard connectors | | |
About each product
Cloud HR software for organisations that want simplicity and speed
Staffology HR is a cloud-based HR software platform from developed by IRIS. Designed for UK organisations that need a comprehensive HR system without complex configuration. Deploys in weeks, suited to organisations of any size whose HR processes are straightforward rather than complex.
Configurable HR software for complex, large-scale organisations
IRIS Cascade is a highly configurable, cloud-based HR software platform, designed for larger or more complex UK organisations. It supports the full employee lifecycle and is particularly well suited to organisations with sophisticated HR operating models, multiple legal entities, or plans for significant growth or acquisition.
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about choosing between Staffology HR and IRIS Cascade.
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Staffology HR and IRIS Cascade are both HR software products made by IRIS, a UK-based software company. Staffology HR is designed for organisations that need core HR, payroll integration, absence management, and self-service without advanced configuration - it suits a wide range of organisation sizes where HR processes are straightforward. IRIS Cascade is designed for organisations with more complex requirements, including advanced workflow configuration, multi-entity structures and enterprise-grade reporting and governance.
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Yes. Staffology HR is suitable for organisations of various sizes, provided their HR processes do not require advanced workflow configuration, multi-entity support, or high customisation. The deciding factor is HR complexity, not headcount. Organisations whose needs grow to include multi-entity structures, advanced workflows, or more sophisticated reporting can migrate to IRIS Cascade, which is the more enterprise-grade product within the IRIS HR software range.
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Staffology HR covers the full range of everyday HR needs: employee records and document management, absence and leave management, onboarding workflows, performance appraisals and objectives, employee recognition, training records and CPD tracking, recruitment and vacancy management, expenses, timesheets, workforce scheduling, and payroll integration via Staffology Payroll. Employees and managers can self-serve through a web browser or the native Staffology HR iOS and Android mobile app. The platform also includes an open API for integrating with other business systems.
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Staffology HR is well suited to organisations whose HR needs remain relatively straightforward as they grow. If requirements become more complex over time, IRIS Cascade is the natural next step within the IRIS HR software range.
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Yes. Staffology HR offers native iOS and Android apps. IRIS Cascade provides MyCascade, a Progressive Web App (PWA) that works on any device without requiring a separate download from an app store.
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Yes, both Staffology HR and IRIS Cascade are ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified, ensuring high standards of quality management and information security for your organisation.
