How to Build Your Own Lattice
Replace Lattice with a custom build. People success platform for continuous performance management and engagement.
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 40 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 40 features
Analytics(12 features)
Machine learning recommendations for improving employee engagement and retention.
Year-over-year performance and engagement metric comparisons.
Export performance and engagement data for advanced analysis and reporting.
Departmental performance summaries and headcount analytics.
Visual overview of organizational health metrics and employee engagement trends.
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Core(4 features)
Centralized employee profiles with org chart and role information.
Dedicated dashboard for managers to track team performance and conduct reviews.
iOS and Android apps for accessing performance data and feedback on mobile.
Platform available in multiple languages for global organizations.
Engagement(4 features)
Automated alerts when engagement or retention metrics drop below thresholds.
Contextual nudges and prompts encouraging continuous feedback culture.
Quick employee engagement and sentiment surveys with AI-powered insights.
Peer-to-peer recognition program to foster positive company culture.
Performance Management(4 features)
Comprehensive peer and multi-rater feedback collection for holistic performance reviews.
Facilitated conversations to align managers on performance ratings.
Real-time feedback and goal tracking replacing traditional annual reviews.
Customizable rating scales and performance level definitions.
Administration(3 features)
CSV import for easy onboarding of large employee populations.
Centralized repository for company policies and employee resources.
Granular permissions for managers, executives, HR, and employees.
Security(3 features)
Audit trails and activity logs for compliance and regulatory requirements.
SOC 2 Type II certified with encryption at rest and in transit.
SAML 2.0 and OIDC support for enterprise security and identity management.
Compensation(2 features)
Plan and manage salary reviews, equity, and bonus structures with equity analysis.
Visualize and manage equity allocation across employees and vesting schedules.
Development(2 features)
Create personalized career development and training plans for employee growth.
Curated learning content and skill development tracking integrated with performance data.
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DIY hosting estimate based on Vercel + Supabase free/pro tiers (~$20/mo). Build time estimated from 40 features at easy complexity.