# Criterion HCM (Criterion HCM)

> Mid-market unified HCM, HR and payroll software platform; acquired by Sage.

## Facts
- **Website:** https://hcm.sage.com/
- **Headquarters:** Norwalk, Connecticut, USA
- **Country:** United States
- **Founded:** 2014
- **Founder:** Sunil Reddy, Uma Reddy
- **Categories:** HCM, Payroll

## Overview
Criterion (Criterion HCM) is a US-based unified human capital management (HCM) platform for mid-sized organizations, covering Core HR, Payroll and Talent Engagement in a single cloud-native solution with embedded AI for automating tasks, flagging compliance risks and generating predictive insights. It serves 80,000+ users across 10+ countries. In October 2025 Sage acquired Criterion to expand its AI-powered HR and payroll capabilities for mid-market businesses, rebranding it Sage HCM.

## Leadership
- Sunil Reddy — co-founder ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/sunil-reddy))
- Uma Reddy — co-founder ([profile](https://www.dhrmap.com/people/uma-reddy))

## Sources
- [Acquirer page (Sage)](https://hcm.sage.com/) — verification

## FAQ
**What does Criterion HCM do?**

Mid-market unified HCM, HR and payroll software platform; acquired by Sage.

**Where is Criterion HCM headquartered?**

Criterion HCM is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut, USA, United States.

**When was Criterion HCM founded?**

Criterion HCM was founded in 2014.

**Who founded Criterion HCM?**

Criterion HCM was founded by Sunil Reddy, Uma Reddy.

**What kind of HR technology is Criterion HCM?**

Criterion HCM is categorized under HCM, Payroll on DHRMap.

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