Chapter 2 H/R Flashcards
HR technology:
Any technology that is used to attract, hire, retain and maintain talent, support workforce administration, and optimize workforce management
Human Resource information System (HRIS):
System used to gather, store, and analyze information for HR
Data Warehouse:
A specialized type of database that is optimized for reporting and analysis and is the raw material for managers decision support
Metrics (workforce analytics):
Statistical measures of the impact of HRM practices on the performance of an organizations human capital.
Enterprise-wide system enterprise resource planning ERP system:
A system that supports enterprise wide or cross-functional requirements rather than a single department within the organizations.
Stand-alone system:
A self-contained system that does not rely on other systems to operate.
Request for proposal (RFP):
A document requesting that vendors provide a proposal detailing how the implantation of their particular HRIS will meet the organizations needs.
Electronic HR (e-HR):
Enables HR professionals to integrate an organization’s HR strategies, processes, and human capital to improve overall HR service delivery.
Intranet:
A network that is interconnected within one organization using web technologies for the sharing of information internally
Web-based Application:
An application that can be accessed from any computer connected to the Internet.
HR Portal:
A single Internet access point for custom and personalized HR services.
Employee Self-Service (ESS) :
Employees can access and manage their personal information directly.
Management Self-Service (MSS):
Managers can access a range of information about themselves and employees who report to them also process HR related paperwork that pertains to their staff.
Relational database:
One piece of data is stored in several different data files so that information from the separate files can be linked and used together.
HR Technology Strategy:
Increasing the effectiveness of HR programs, processes, and service delivery by shortening cycle times, increasing customer service levels, reducing costs, and adding new service capabilities.
