Which HR systems support 360-degree feedback? A 2026 guide for HR leaders

Today, 360-degree feedback (or 360 feedback) has shifted from a specialist HR exercise to a standard part of how organisations manage performance. Instead of a single manager’s view, employees are reviewed by the people they work with: their managers, peers, direct reports, and themselves. 

Today, many modern HR and performance platforms offer 360-degree feedback as a built-in capability or connected module. Instead of relying on a single manager’s view, these systems collect feedback from multiple perspectives such as managers, peers, direct reports and self-assessments to create a fuller picture of performance.

5 things HR leaders need to know about 360 feedback software

1. 360 feedback is a feature, but how it’s built matters. Most HR platforms offer it, so the real question isn’t whether a system has 360 reviews, but how well they connect to the rest of your performance cycle.
2. Integrated platforms beat standalone tools for most mid-market teams. A dedicated survey tool can collect feedback, but the value comes from what happens next. When 360 lives inside your HR platform, data flows straight into goals, learning and development without extra admin.
3. Feedback works best if it leads to action. Collecting multi-rater feedback is the easy part. The systems worth shortlisting are the ones that turn it into development plans, coaching conversations and measurable progress.
4. Anonymity and cadence drive honesty. Staff share more candid feedback when they trust the process. Look for configurable rater groups, anonymity controls and a sensible review cycle. Most organisations run 360s annually or every 18 months.
5. The right fit matters. If your business is solely ANZ based, look for a system that offers local support, keeps your data secure in the region, and integrates with payroll and the wider employee lifecycle.

Which HR systems support 360-degree feedback?

Many integrated HR and performance management platforms today include 360-degree feedback as a built-in module. This includes software like ELMO Software, Lattice, Culture Amp, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, BambooHR, Deel and Leapsome. 

In each of these systems, an employee is reviewed by their manager, peers, direct reports and themselves, with the results feeding into goals, development plans and reporting. 

Which HR systems offer 360-degree feedback? 

Here’s how leading HR systems approach 360-degree feedback.

Standalone 360 tool or integrated HR platform. Which is better?

There are pros and cons to running 360 feedback through your HR platform or a separate tool.

Did you know? Just 23% of Australian organisations operate from a fully centralised platform across HR, payroll and workforce management. And 40% cite data reliability as their top challenge. (Source: ELMO HR Industry Benchmark Report 2026). 

That’s why where your 360 feedback lives matters — disconnected systems make it harder to turn feedback into action.

How to choose a 360 feedback system for an ANZ organisation

Features can look similar on a comparison page. Here are three things to help you differentiate:

• Local fit and security accreditations: Does it have Australian-based data hosting or ISO-security certification? Having customer support in your timezone allows you to receive timely help. 
• Lifecycle connection: 360 feedback is far more useful when it links to payroll, learning and succession rather than standing alone.
• Ease of adoption: If managers and employees find it simple, you get honest feedback and real participation.

Frequently asked questions

What is 360-degree feedback in performance management?

Rather than a single manager review, 360-degree feedback collects input on an employee from multiple sources such as their manager, peers, direct reports and themselves. Inside a performance management system, these results feed into goals, development plans and analytics instead of a standalone report.

Which HR systems support 360-degree feedback?

HR and performance platforms that support 360-degree feedback include ELMO Software, Lattice, Culture Amp, SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, BambooHR, Deel and Leapsome. Integrated HR suites build 360 in as a module so feedback connects to goals, learning and succession, while standalone tools handle the survey only.

Is 360 feedback better in a full HR platform or a standalone tool?

For many organisations beyond the early-growth stage, a platform with built-in 360 feedback is often easier to manage than a standalone tool because it connects feedback directly to goals, development and succession without extra admin.

Does ELMO support 360-degree feedback?

Yes. ELMO Performance includes 360-degree reviews, gathering feedback from managers, peers, direct reports and the employee against a behavioural competency library. It connects to ELMO Learning, Reward & Recognition and Succession, so feedback flows into development plans and workforce analytics inside one platform.

How often should organisations run 360-degree reviews?

Most organisations run 360 reviews annually or on an 18-month cycle, ideally aligned to an existing performance or development cycle. Running them too often can create rater fatigue, while running them too infrequently makes behaviour change harder to track over time.

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