HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Introduction
Human
Resource Management Information System is any system that collects, reports,
stores, analyzes, interprets, and retrieves data and information for decision-making
related to the human resource management of an organization (Human Resource
Management Principles and Practice, 2024).
Alternative
Terms for Human Resource Management Information Systems.
1 Employee Information Systems.
2 Staff Data
& Information Systems.
3 Human
Resource Information Systems.
4 IT Human Resource Management Systems.
Components
of an HRMIS
Human
Resource Management Information System Applications Used for Human Resource
Management.
Some of the
selected Human Resource Management Information System applications that are widely
used in modern times for Human Resource Management are as follows.
1 Employee
Information Management
2 Employee
Scheduling
3
Time,Attendnce and Leave Administration
4 HR
Planning
5 Career
Management
6 Training
& Development
7 Strateging
HRM
8 Expert
Systems
9 E-Recruitment
Advantages
of HRMIS
By utilizing
a Human Resources Management Information System to manage human resources, the
Human Resources Management Department is able to reap many significant
benefits. The following benefits can be achieved by utilizing Human Resources
Management Information Systems for human resource management (Human Resource
Management Principles and Practice, 2024).
.
1 Increase
Data Accuracy.
2 Increase
Processing Speed.
3 Create
More Useful Sophisticated Results.
4 Increase
Productivity.
Steps that
can be taken to improve the effectiveness of human resource management
information systems.
1 Establish
clear goals and objectives when developing these information systems.
2 Do not
entrust the entire human resource management system to computer systems at
once.
3 Start
small and then move on to larger goals.
4 Identify
appropriate computer software and select appropriate suppliers.
5 All
members of the organization should participate in the design of these computer
systems.
6
Information systems should be tested before being introduced to the
organization.
7 The
confidentiality of employee information should be protected.
8
Instructions and rules should be imposed regarding the use of computer systems.
Steps to
building a human resource management information system.
Fernando
(2021) also emphasizes the importance of aligning HRMIS
development with national ICT policies to ensure compatibility and long-term
sustainability (Fernando, R., 2021, p. 70).
Conclusion
Human Resource Management Information Systems (HRMIS) simplify HR processes, improve accuracy, and enable data-driven decision-making, which are essential for modern HR practices. Organizations can reap the full benefits of HRMIS through careful planning, implementation, and security of these systems. By effectively utilizing HRMIS, Sri Lankan organizations can strengthen their HR departments and achieve greater operational excellence in today's competitive business environment ( Abeysekara , P., 2019).
References
- Abeysekara, P. (2019). Human
Resource Information Systems: Challenges in the Sri Lankan Context.
Colombo: University of Colombo Press.
- Fernando, R. (2021). Technological Advancements in HRM Practices in Sri Lanka. University of Sri Jayewardenepura Press.
- Dayarathana , N.W.K . Dushar K (2024) Human Resource Management Principles and Practice.
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