PeopleDoc

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PeopleDoc
Company typePrivate
IndustryHuman Resources Information Technology
and Services
Founded2007
Defunct2020
FateAcquired by Ultimate Software, now UKG
Area served
North America
Europe

PeopleDoc was a cloud-based human resources service delivery and document management platform that was founded in France. In 2018, it was acquired by Ultimate Software for approximately $300 million. [1] UKG, the successor company of Ultimate Software delivers former PeopleDoc technology as part of their suite of solutions. [2]

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In 2014, it was named a "Cool Vendor in Human Capital Management" by consulting firm Gartner. [3] Its customers include American Express, Fast Retailing, Georgetown University, Match.com, Starbucks and Motorola. [4] The company has also established partnerships with SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, Grant Thorton LLP, PwC and Accenture.

History

PeopleDoc started as Novapost in 2007, on the campus of the HEC Business School in Paris as an idea to provide a unified digital file management system.

In 2009, PeopleDoc started developing cloud technology to assist HR administrative staff.

In 2014, PeopleDoc expanded its human resources software service and raised a $17.5 million Series B round led by Accel Partners. [5]

In August 2015, PeopleDoc sponsored a national HR survey, focused on the intersection of technology, HR, and how HR professionals are handling documents. [6]

In September 2015, PeopleDoc raised a $28 Million Series C round of investment led by Eurazeo, with existing investors Accel Partners, Alven Capital and Kernel Capital Partners participating as well. [7]

In 2018, the company was acquired by Ultimate Software for $300 million in cash and stock. [8]

In 2020, Ultimate Software merged with Kronos Incorporated to create UKG, Inc. PeopleDoc solutions were rebranded and added to UKG’s suite portfolio of products.

Software

PeopleDoc's human resources service delivery is composed of four main components :

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