Chapter 3 - HR Management & Technology Flashcards
1
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Strategic Importance of Tech in HRM
A
- used to attract, hire, retain and maintain talent
- HRIS - HR information systems
2
Q
What objectives does technology allow HR to achieve?
A
- Strategic alignment with business objectives
- Business intelligence
- Effectiveness and efficacy - reducing wait times.
3
Q
The impact of tech on the role of HR
A
- decreased transactional activities
- increased client/customer focus
- increased delivery of strategic services
4
Q
What is a HRIS?
A
Human Resources Information System
Integrated systems used to gather, store and analyze info.
5
Q
Major components of an HRIA
A
Employment equity Administration Time and attendance training management pension administration payroll labour health and safety
6
Q
Key functions of an HRIS
A
- create and maintain employee records
- legal compliance
- forecasting HR req.
- talent management
- strategic alignment
- enhancing decision making
7
Q
Phases in selecting and implementing an HRIS
A
- Phase 1: Adoption - Determine the Need
- Phase 2: Implementation
- Phase 3: Integration
8
Q
Electronic HR (e-HR)
A
- form of tech that enables HR professionals to integrate an org. HR strategies and processes.
9
Q
Employee Self Service
A
ESS
Employee access to manage personal info directly. internet, intranet
10
Q
Management Self-Service
A
MSS
managers have access to info about themselves and their employees
11
Q
Brief History of the Evolution of HR tech
A
- Paper based systems
- Early personal computer
- Electronic Database Systems
- Web-based tech
