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Cornerstone Galaxy

byCornerstone
in
4.4
Market Presence: Talent Management Suites (Transitioning to Employee Performance Management Systems), Corporate Learning Technologies

Overview

Product Information on Cornerstone Galaxy

Updated 13th October 2025

What is Cornerstone Galaxy?

SumTotal is a software designed to support human resources and workforce management processes within organizations. The software offers features for learning management, talent acquisition, performance tracking, and employee development. It allows organizations to deliver training, manage employee skills, align performance goals, and oversee compliance requirements. SumTotal facilitates centralized administration of workforce learning and development programs, helping businesses address the need for efficient talent management and streamlined HR functions across various teams and departments. It integrates with other enterprise systems to provide a cohesive environment for tracking employee progress and operational effectiveness, aiming to enhance the coordination and outcomes of HR and training initiatives.

Cornerstone Galaxy Pricing

SumTotal software offers a pricing model that typically involves subscription-based fees, which are determined by factors such as the number of users and the modules selected. The pricing structure may vary based on deployment type, including cloud or on-premises options, and may include additional costs for customization, support, and training services. Specific pricing details are generally available on request or through direct engagement with the provider.

Overall experience with Cornerstone Galaxy

FOUNDER S OFFICE PRODUCT & GROWTH
50M - 250M USD, Healthcare and Biotech
FAVORABLE

“Boosting Productivity with SumTotal's Advanced Analytics”

5.0
Dec 25, 2024
We really had an overwhelming experience with SumTotal by Cornerstone. This has provided a unified platform for our organization for performance management, learning management and workforce management providing us with detailed insights and streamlining the processes. SumTotal's advanced analytics have really empowered our HR team with data-driven decision making and many such benefits which in-results in enhancing the organization's productivity.
SENIOR PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - FULL STACK
3B - 10B USD, Banking
CRITICAL

“A Closer Look at SumTotal's Strengths and Weaknesses”

3.0
Aug 14, 2024
The good thing is that it can handle many users and has lots of features for training. It's good to keep track of required compliance training and certifications. The system doesn't crash much, which is nice. But there are problems too. The interface looks old and is hard to use. There are times when I am lost trying to find what I need to do. Making reports is very difficult and the data is not always correct. Another issue is that updates are slow. we ask for new features, but they take a long time to come. Sometimes the updates with new features don't work well. The mobile app is not that great. It's hard to use on phones and tablets. This kind of capability for a learning platform is a must have to be very robust Customer support is not great. They take a long time to answer questions about fixing issues. it can be very frustrating. Overall, SumTotal does the basic job of managing learning, but it could be much better. It feels like the old system is trying to keep up with new needs

About Company

Company Description

Updated 6th September 2024

Cornerstone powers the potential of organizations and their people to thrive in a changing world. Cornerstone Galaxy, the complete AI-powered workforce agility platform, meets organizations where they are. With Galaxy, organizations can identify skills gaps and development opportunities, retain and engage top talent, and provide multimodal learning experiences to meet the diverse needs of the modern workforce. More than 7,000 organizations and 125 million users in 186 countries use Cornerstone Galaxy to build high-performing, future-ready organizations and people today.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Private
Year Founded
1999
Head office location
Santa Monica, United States
Number of employees
1001 - 5000
Website
http://www.cornerstoneondemand.com

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Cornerstone Galaxy Likes & Dislikes

Like

Some of the great benefits of using SumTotal within our Organizations are as follows: Such as its user-friendly intuitive interface making it easier for our employees to navigate and engage with the platform reducing the need for extensive training. Again, one of the great strengths of using SumTotal is its customization options which provides us the flexibility to tailor the platform to meet our specific needs. Again, one of the great strengths is the support and resources that have been really invaluable, providing us with timely assistance and guidance during our implementation process.

Like

compliance training capabilities. SumTotal is good at managing and tracking the required organization's compliance courses. This helps us stay on top of regulatory requirements which is important in our company Integration with other HR systems. SumTotal connects well with our other talent management tools, giving us a more unified platform for learning and development. While not perfect, SumTotal does provide useful data on course completions, especially compliance required training, but they are time-sensitive. Reports also can identify skill gaps and learning trends that help inform our L&D strategy

Like

The simple UI is easy to navigate and understand The ability to host training in a wide variety of formats The training plan features allow each individual user to have their own personal experience and goals

Dislike

While SumTotal by Cornerstone has been a valuable addition to our HR Function, however we seem there could be some areas of improvement as we face occasional technical issues which lead to slow loading time or errors. Again, it's the cost and licensing complexity which makes it challenging to predict and manage costs.

Dislike

The interface is not user-friendly and feels old. it can be confusing to navigate, making it hard for employees to find courses and materials. While registering for a class is not very responsive. You cannot know whether the system is registered or not. Customization is very restricted. We can change some basic elements, but any advanced adjustments to workflows or features are difficult, which forces us to adapt to the system. The reporting tools are basic and not flexible. Creating custom reports is complicated, and the data is often inaccurate, making it hard to track progress and effectiveness

Dislike

Training reminder emails can be somewhat infrequent resulting in deadlines not being met by employees Analysis of training data can be lacking due to some information being unable to be pulled from the tool

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Cornerstone Galaxy Reviews and Ratings

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4.4

(170 Ratings)

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11%
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2%
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  • FOUNDER S OFFICE PRODUCT & GROWTH
    50M-1B USD
    Healthcare and Biotech
    Review Source

    Boosting Productivity with SumTotal's Advanced Analytics

    5.0
    Dec 24, 2024
    We really had an overwhelming experience with SumTotal by Cornerstone. This has provided a unified platform for our organization for performance management, learning management and workforce management providing us with detailed insights and streamlining the processes. SumTotal's advanced analytics have really empowered our HR team with data-driven decision making and many such benefits which in-results in enhancing the organization's productivity.
  • MANAGER, IT SECURITY AND RISK MANAGEMENT
    1B-10B USD
    Insurance (except health)
    Review Source

    Saba: A Comprehensive Platform for Internal Training Design

    5.0
    Nov 27, 2024
    The Saba tool is an excellent platform for designing and hosting internal company training materials and requirements. It provides an easy way for company wide trainings to be distributed and completed as well as provides options for teams to conduct training requirements that are transparent to employees.
  • SENIOR PRINCIPAL ENGINEER - FULL STACK
    1B-10B USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    A Closer Look at SumTotal's Strengths and Weaknesses

    3.0
    Aug 14, 2024
    The good thing is that it can handle many users and has lots of features for training. It's good to keep track of required compliance training and certifications. The system doesn't crash much, which is nice. But there are problems too. The interface looks old and is hard to use. There are times when I am lost trying to find what I need to do. Making reports is very difficult and the data is not always correct. Another issue is that updates are slow. we ask for new features, but they take a long time to come. Sometimes the updates with new features don't work well. The mobile app is not that great. It's hard to use on phones and tablets. This kind of capability for a learning platform is a must have to be very robust Customer support is not great. They take a long time to answer questions about fixing issues. it can be very frustrating. Overall, SumTotal does the basic job of managing learning, but it could be much better. It feels like the old system is trying to keep up with new needs
  • RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
    1B-10B USD
    Insurance (except health)
    Review Source

    Exploring the Efficiency of Saba Cloud in Corporate Learning

    5.0
    Sep 16, 2024
    We were using Saba cloud for a company wide course. As a user, my individual experience with this product is tremendous and it delivers a better experience while using it.
  • Communications Associate
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Implementation Insights on SumTotal

    5.0
    Aug 22, 2024
    1.Their team is very responsive and provides detailed,helpful solutions for the issues being encountered. 2.This Platform provides a wide range of features that covers all the learning and talent management from performance tracking to that of employee's development in the organization.
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