Hrm 520

Assignment 1: Systems Consideration in HRIS

HRM 520

Dr. Bobby Barrett

January 25, 2016

Systems Consideration in HRIS

The Importance of HRIS Systems

Organizations must ensure that their internal processes are efficiently managed while still preserving the integrity of each practice. In regards to HR, this typically involves the transactions that effect an organization’s employees. A Human Resource Information System (HRIS) essentially refers to the intersection of human resources and information technology through HR software, that allows many HR activities and processes to be completed electronically. HRIS systems make the workforce easier to manage, which is why it is important that management selects the right database system for their organization.

Advantages and Disadvantages

HRMatrix is an online HR software service that is ideal for any sized business. Their mission is to provide a simple, effective, and affordable solution that gives organizations the necessary tools to effortlessly manage their day-to-day functions. The advantage that using this service offers is that it meets almost every HR need that a company might possibly require. The features of this service include: employee management, expense management, collaboration, time management, project tracking, time off management, performance management, attendance tracking, organization chart, asset management, training management, job management, applicant tracking, reports/analytics, and it also features maintenance and support. There aren’t really any clear disadvantages that I could find through my research, but one limitation of the service might include some system issues. According to user reviews, those issues were resolved...