How to Build Your Own hibob
Replace hibob with a custom build. Modern HR software for small to mid-sized businesses
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 46 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
Recommended Tech Stack
Full-stack React framework with API routes and server components
PostgreSQL database, auth, and real-time subscriptions
Utility-first styling for rapid UI development
Type-safe ORM for complex relational data models
Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 46 features
Core HR(4 features)
Manage contractors and temporary workers with separate profiles and workflows.
Store and manage employee emergency contact information with quick access.
Centralized database of employee information with customizable profiles and org charts.
Quickly search and filter employee records with advanced search capabilities.
Analytics(3 features)
Predict future absences using historical absence patterns.
Analyze attendance patterns and identify trends with AI-powered insights.
Generate HR reports and dashboards with customizable metrics and data visualization.
Data Management(3 features)
Perform bulk updates on employee data and records simultaneously.
Export employee and HR data in multiple formats including CSV and Excel.
Access and analyze historical employee data and transaction records.
Recruitment(3 features)
Provide candidates with a self-service portal to track application status.
Manage employee referral workflows and track referral sources.
Post jobs, manage candidates, and track hiring workflows with applicant tracking.
Security(3 features)
Manage user permissions and access levels with granular security settings.
Enable secure access using SAML and other enterprise SSO protocols.
Enhance security with two-factor authentication for user logins.
Benefits(2 features)
Manage health insurance, retirement plans, and benefits enrollment with vendor integrations.
Send personalized benefits information and enrollment reminders to employees.
Compensation(2 features)
Plan, calculate, and process employee bonuses and incentives.
Analyze salary benchmarks, plan raises, and manage compensation equity across the organization.
Compliance(2 features)
Track all changes to employee records with detailed audit logs.
Track regulatory compliance, manage certifications, and generate audit-ready reports.
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DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 46 features at easy complexity.