HR Software Applications and HR Planning
Learning Objectives
Understand how an HRIS supports Human Resources Planning (HRP).
Definitions
Human Resources (HR): The actual department managing human resources activities.
Human Resources Management (HRM): Activities involving managing people, including managerial and peer-to-peer activities.
HR Administration & HRIS Environment
Key tool: Bamboo HR for employee records.
HRIS must include relevant employee information and enhance:
Efficiency (reduce costs)
Effectiveness (add value for customer satisfaction)
Strategic Importance of HRP
HRP: Forecasting future HR needs to address gaps in skills and personnel.
Aligns with company goals and manages labor costs.
Forecasting Labour Supply
Considerations: Current policies, economic and market conditions.
Techniques:
Skills Inventory, Replacement Charts, Succession Plans, Markov Analysis
Forecasting Labour Demand
Quantitative Techniques: Trend analysis, ratio analysis, scatterplots, regression analysis.
Qualitative Techniques: Nominal group technique, Delphi technique.
Gap Analysis: Compare demand and supply forecasts for equilibrium analysis.
Internal/External Trends in HRP
Need for qualified workforce and cost containment.
Managing global workforce and adapting to social, legislative changes.
HRIS Capabilities
Supports organizational structure analysis, vacancy rate, performance, and qualifications.
Provides productivity and employment equity reports.
Aids in succession planning.
Measuring HRM Practices & Value
Assess both qualitative and quantitative metrics:
Quantity, Quality, Cost, Time.
Key HR Planning Metrics
Headcount, turnover rates, skills gap analysis, employee engagement, productivity, diversity ratios.
Self-Service Portals Within HRIS
Employee Self-Service (ESS): Access HR services, manage personal details, etc.
Manager Self-Service (MSS): Manage employee information and administrative tasks.
Common Self-Service Applications
ESS: Pay advice, leave administration, training updates, timesheets.
MSS: Job requisitions, performance appraisals, salary histories.
Evaluation of Self-Service Portals
Advantages: Faster service, lower HR dependency, cost reduction.
Disadvantages: Possible security breaches, data privacy concerns.
Summary
Ability to discuss HRIS support of HRP has been gained.