technology & people

Question 1

what is a human resources department responsible for?

Answer 1

A Human Resources department is responsible for all staffing matters and will use a variety of different technology, including:
-databases,
-spreadsheets,
-presentation software,
-word processing,
-e mail,
-videoconferencing,
-websites,

Question 2

how are databases used in management of people?

Answer 2

databases, e.g. microsoft access, is used for:
-Keeping records of employee details,
-Keeping records of interview times and dates,
-Keeping records of all vacant posts available,
-Creating reports, e.g. who are the first aiders within an organisation,

Question 3

how are spreadsheets used in management of people?

Answer 3

spreadsheets e.g. microsoft excel, is used for: creating staff rotas

Question 4

how is presentation software used in management of people?

Answer 4

presentation software e.g. microsoft powerpoint, is used for:
-Providing training to employees such as health and safety updates,
-Used during induction training for new employees.

Question 5

how is word processing used in management of people?

Answer 5

word processing, e.g. microsoft word, is used for:
-Creating job descriptions and person specifications,
-Creating letters to send to unsuccessful candidates,
-Creating staff newsletters,

Question 6

how is e-mail used in management of people?

Answer 6

emails are used for:
-Sending applicants details of interview dates, times, and venues,
-Receiving application forms and CV’s from applicants,

Question 7

how is videoconferencing used in management of people?

Answer 7

videoconferencing e.g. microsoft teams, is used for:
-Interviewing candidates worldwide,
-Carrying out training remotely,

Question 8

how are websites used in management of people?

Answer 8

websites are used for:
-advertising job vacancies online,