# Navigate now

> This is the workplace application for CBA Group employees.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/au.com.commbank.hr.sidekick](https://chrome-stats.com/d/au.com.commbank.hr.sidekick)

## Overview

- **ID:** `au.com.commbank.hr.sidekick`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** DWP.
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 60,020
- **Rating:** 1.00 / 5 (539 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.3.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-24
- **First published:** 2014-01-29
- **Publisher country:** AU
- **Size:** 107 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=au.com.commbank.hr.sidekick)
- **Website:** [https://www.commbank.com.au](https://www.commbank.com.au/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.commbank.com.au/about-us/navigate-app/application-privacy-notice.html](https://www.commbank.com.au/about-us/navigate-app/application-privacy-notice.html)

## Description

Navigate Now is a dedicated workplace application designed specifically for employees of the CBA Group. It serves as a centralized platform that streamlines internal communication, provides easy access to company resources, and fosters collaboration among teams within the organization. By integrating essential workplace tools, Navigate Now enhances productivity and ensures employees have the support they need right at their fingertips.

## Rankings

- #277,347 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADMIN`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_ADVERTISE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_CONNECT`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH_SCAN`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.READ_CALENDAR`
- `android.permission.READ_CONTACTS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_CALENDAR`
- `au.com.commbank.hr.sidekick.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users widely report the Navigate now app as unreliable, with frequent login failures and crashes preventing building access. Many dislike how it persistently runs in the background, draining battery and ignoring user attempts to close it. While some note improved stability after updates and appreciate contactless access features, the overall experience is frustrating. Compatibility problems with recent Android OS updates and intrusive permission requests further diminish usability. Users often resort to physical passes due to the app's inconsistency.

### Pros

- Works fine on some devices without needing to manually open the app daily.
- App includes relevant features for building access and security.
- After recent updates some report improved stability and ease of use.
- Fingerprint or face ID authentication options are present in some versions.
- Allows contactless entry and replaces the physical card system.

### Cons

- App frequently logs users out, requiring repeated logins and causing access issues.
- The app often crashes or refuses to authenticate, leading to the need for manual passes.
- Consumes excessive battery life and runs persistently in the background, annoying users.
- Compatibility issues after OS updates leading to NFC and login problems.
- App requests excessive permissions and runs services constantly without user control.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/au.com.commbank.hr.sidekick)