Cornerstone learning management system and course delivery
The LMS core manages the full spectrum of training delivery methods — instructor-led training with session management and enrollment, virtual classrooms with video conferencing integration, e-learning courses with SCORM and xAPI support, and blended learning programs that combine multiple modalities..
The LMS core manages the full spectrum of training delivery methods — instructor-led training with session management and enrollment, virtual classrooms with video conferencing integration, e-learning courses with SCORM and xAPI support, and blended learning programs that combine multiple modalities.
Course authoring tools allow L&D teams to create custom content including quizzes, assessments, and multimedia presentations. The platform supports complex assignment rules that automatically enroll employees in required training based on role, location, tenure, or custom attributes.
SCORM and xAPI content support
Cornerstone supports SCORM 1.2, SCORM 2004, and xAPI (Tin Can) content standards, ensuring compatibility with courses created in Articulate, Adobe Captivate, and other authoring tools. xAPI support enables tracking of learning activities beyond traditional e-learning modules, including simulations, mobile learning, and on-the-job training.
Automated assignment rules and enrollment
Assignment rules automatically enroll employees in required training based on configurable criteria — job role, department, location, hire date, or custom attributes. Rules can trigger on employee events like promotions, transfers, or certification expirations, ensuring continuous compliance without manual intervention.
Cornerstone content marketplace and third-party content integration
The content marketplace aggregates courses from over 100 third-party providers into a single searchable library within the Cornerstone LMS.
The content marketplace aggregates courses from over 100 third-party providers into a single searchable library within the Cornerstone LMS. Featured providers include Coursera for Business, LinkedIn Learning, Udemy Business, Skillsoft, Pluralsight, Harvard ManageMentor, and industry-specific content vendors.
Organizations can curate custom learning paths that combine content from multiple providers with internally authored courses. AI-powered recommendations suggest relevant content based on employee role, skills profile, and learning history.
Content curation and learning paths
L&D teams build curated learning paths by selecting courses from the marketplace and combining them with custom content. Paths can be assigned to specific roles or made available for self-directed learning. Completion tracking aggregates progress across all content sources.
AI content recommendations
The recommendation engine analyzes role requirements, skills gaps, peer learning patterns, and completion history to suggest relevant courses. Recommendations surface in the learner's dashboard and can be configured by administrators to align with organizational learning priorities.
Cornerstone compliance training and certification management
Compliance training management is one of Cornerstone's most mature capabilities.
Compliance training management is one of Cornerstone's most mature capabilities. The platform automates the assignment, tracking, and reporting of compliance training requirements across the organization. Certification management tracks completion dates, expiration dates, renewal requirements, and grace periods.
Audit trails log every training completion with timestamps, scores, and completion evidence. Regulatory reporting templates generate compliance reports for OSHA, HIPAA, SOX, FDA, and other regulatory frameworks. For organizations in regulated industries, the compliance engine is the primary reason to choose Cornerstone over lighter LMS alternatives.
Certification tracking and renewal automation
The certification engine tracks individual certifications with configurable renewal periods. Automated notifications alert employees and managers when certifications approach expiration. Overdue certifications trigger escalation workflows that can include manager notifications, access restrictions, or mandatory re-enrollment.
Audit trails and regulatory reporting
Every training completion generates an audit record including timestamp, score, completion method, and attestation. Reports can be generated per regulatory framework — OSHA training logs, HIPAA compliance status, or custom compliance categories — for regulatory audits and internal reviews.
Cornerstone performance management and skills assessment
The performance management module supports configurable review cycles, goal setting, competency assessments, and calibration.
The performance management module supports configurable review cycles, goal setting, competency assessments, and calibration. Review forms can include self-assessments, manager evaluations, peer feedback, and upward reviews. Calibration tools help leadership teams normalize ratings across departments.
Skills management features map organizational competency frameworks to individual employee profiles, identify skills gaps, and recommend learning to close those gaps. The integration between performance data and learning data creates a closed loop between assessment and development.
Competency-based assessments
Performance reviews can include competency assessments mapped to role-specific competency models. Each competency includes behavioral indicators at multiple proficiency levels. This structured approach ensures evaluations are based on defined criteria rather than subjective impressions.
Skills gap analysis and learning recommendations
The skills engine compares employee competency profiles against role requirements to identify gaps. Gap analysis results link directly to the content marketplace, recommending specific courses that address identified deficiencies.
Cornerstone succession planning and talent pipeline management
The succession planning module helps organizations identify critical roles, map potential successors, assess readiness, and build development plans for high-potential employees.
The succession planning module helps organizations identify critical roles, map potential successors, assess readiness, and build development plans for high-potential employees. The nine-box talent grid visualizes employee performance and potential for leadership reviews.
Bench strength reports show successor coverage across the organization and highlight roles without identified successors. What-if scenario modeling allows HR leaders to simulate the impact of leadership departures and plan accordingly.
Nine-box talent grid and readiness assessment
The nine-box grid plots employees on performance (x-axis) and potential (y-axis) dimensions. Readiness assessments track whether identified successors are ready now, ready in one to two years, or developing. These assessments inform development planning and promotion decisions.
Bench strength and risk analysis
Bench strength reports aggregate successor coverage across the organization, highlighting roles with strong pipelines and roles at risk. Risk flags identify situations where critical roles have no identified successors or where successors are clustered on the same team.
Cornerstone OnDemand integrations and platform extensibility
Cornerstone integrates with major enterprise systems including HRIS platforms (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP), collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, Slack), single sign-on providers (Okta, Azure AD), and video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Webex).
Cornerstone integrates with major enterprise systems including HRIS platforms (Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP), collaboration tools (Microsoft Teams, Slack), single sign-on providers (Okta, Azure AD), and video conferencing platforms (Zoom, Webex). The Edge Marketplace provides pre-built integration packages.
The REST API supports custom integrations for organizations with unique technology ecosystems. Data export capabilities include scheduled reports, CSV exports, and API-based data feeds for business intelligence tools.
HRIS and SSO integrations
Employee data sync from HRIS platforms automates user provisioning, role assignments, and organizational hierarchy updates. SSO integration with Okta, Azure AD, and SAML providers enables seamless authentication. These integrations reduce administrative burden and ensure data consistency across systems.
Edge Marketplace and partner integrations
The Edge Marketplace provides pre-built integration packages for common enterprise use cases. Partners build and certify integrations that extend Cornerstone's capabilities — including specialized compliance content, assessment tools, and analytics platforms.
