Question 1

Though research has indicated that those who use technology to manage HR functions will have a significant advantage over those that do not, some companies do not use such technology due to cost.

Accepted Answer

The statement mentions that some companies do not use HR technology due to the cost, indicating that the statement is true.

Question 2

Wayne Brockbank and David Ulrich of the University of Michigan Business School have identified five key competencies for HR.This new competency model has emerged because

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According to the statement, the new competency model for HR has emerged because of technology fundamentally changing the role of HR. Thus, option E is the correct answer. The other options are incorrect as they do not align with the given statement.

Question 3

The subcontracting of work that is not considered part of a company's core business is called

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Outsourcing refers to the practice of subcontracting work that is not a core part of a company's business to another company, often in a different country where labor costs may be lower.

Question 4

An HR professional who is trying to develop an understanding of key drivers of organizational productivity and to become aware of costs associated with enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the workforce, is fulfilling which of the competencies described in the Ulrich model?

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Developing an understanding of key drivers of organizational productivity and being aware of costs associated with enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of the workforce are related to business knowledge, which is one of the four competencies in the Ulrich model. Mastery of technology focuses on using technology to support HR functions, HR delivery pertains to HR service delivery, and strategic contribution involves aligning HR strategy with organizational strategy to create value.

Question 5

Managers often utilize the HRIS to request reports such as performance evaluations.Managers also utilize the system to perform HR calculations, for example, turnover costs.

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Managers can use HRIS to request reports on performance evaluation and to perform HR calculations, including turnover costs.

Question 6

SAP, PeopleSoft, and Oracle are enterprise-wide systems because they support enterprise-wide or cross-functional requirements rather than a single department.

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These three systems are designed to support the entire enterprise and its operations, rather than serving the needs of a single department or business function. They are often used to integrate and streamline business processes and data across different departments and functions within an organization.

Question 7

Managers are receptive to MSS systems because such systems contribute to data integrity and accuracy.

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MSS systems (Management Support Systems) are designed to help managers in decision-making by providing accurate and timely information. By contributing to data integrity and accuracy, these systems can help managers make better decisions and achieve their goals more effectively. Therefore, managers are typically receptive to MSS systems.

Question 8

HR began to integrate with other business-related systems with the move towards enterprise-wide systems.

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Question 9

Which of the following is a major trend in technology that will influence HR management?

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All of the listed trends are major trends in technology that will influence HR management.

Question 10

E-HR has made human resources processes more efficient and has reduced the number of people working in HR in organizations that have enterprise-wide systems.

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The answer of E-HR has made human resources processes more...

Question 11

What are the five key competencies in the HR model introduced by David Ulrich?

Accepted Answer

David Ulrich's HR model identifies five key competencies: mastery of technology, strategic contribution, HR delivery, personal credibility, and business knowledge.

Question 12

An enterprise-wide system is defined as a system that supports enterprise-wide or cross-functional requirements rather than a single department or group within the organization.One of the well-recognized enterprise-wide systems is

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SAP (System Analysis and Program Development) is a well-known enterprise-wide system that provides integrated solutions for different departments in an organization such as finance, human resources, supply chain management, and more. People-Trak, Deploy, and Taleo are specialized software solutions for human resource management and do not provide enterprise-wide functionalities.

Question 13

Software can be purchased for any HR-related function in any industry.The software that has been developed to create succession-planning matrices, establish career paths, and create candidate placement scenarios is known as

Accepted Answer

ExecuTRACK software is specifically designed for succession planning, career pathing, and candidate placement scenarios.

Question 14

The impact of technology has fundamentally changed the role of HR.It has enabled HR to

Accepted Answer

Technology has allowed HR to automate most of its transactional activities such as payroll, benefits administration, and hiring processes, which reduces the time and effort required by HR personnel to manage these activities, and therefore decrease its involvement in transactional activities. This allows HR to focus more on strategic initiatives, such as talent management, employee engagement, and succession planning.

Question 15

Targus Inc.is a mid-sized sports clothing retailer in Canada.Components of an HRIS system that are likely to be cost effective and efficient for it include

Accepted Answer

Systems which allow for many users, such as People-Trak Inc. and Organization Plus, are likely to be cost effective and efficient for Targus Inc. because they can be used by multiple employees and departments, which can help to streamline HR processes and reduce costs.

Question 16

Investigating management considerations for purchasing an HRIS is carried out during the RFP stage of the selection process.

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Question 17

HR needs to work closely with IT in IT-enabled organizations.In order to do this, HR must gain credibility with IT staff and work well with them.This knowledge can be acquired through

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All of the above options are helpful in gaining knowledge about IT and building credibility with IT staff. Meeting with software vendors allows HR to learn about different IT solutions and how they can be utilized in the organization. Trade shows provide an opportunity to see the latest technological advancements and network with IT professionals. Formal IT courses provide a deeper understanding of technology and its applications. Lastly, reading about technological trends helps HR stay up to date with the latest developments and innovations in IT.

Question 18

An HRIS can be stand-alone as not all organizations require sophisticated systems.There are many different vendors who offer different sizes and types of products because

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The cost aspect is a significant factor when considering the adoption of HRIS, as not all organizations may be able to afford sophisticated systems. Hence, vendors offer different types and sizes of products to accommodate varying budgets and needs. Factors like user-friendliness, the presence of all features, and HR department's support may also play a role, but they are not as significant as cost.

Question 19

Recruitment is a subsystem in an HRIS which enables an organization to provide online forms to applicants so that applicants can be tracked and resumes can be scanned for key words to identify skills and experience.

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Recruitment is indeed a subsystem in an HRIS that enables organizations to provide online forms to applicants and track applicants. Additionally, resumes can be scanned for relevant keywords to identify skills and experience.

Question 20

Creation of security profiles for the HRIS is carried out in the implementation phase and is required because of privacy- and security-related issues.

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This statement is true. During the implementation phase of the HRIS, security profiles are created to ensure the privacy and security of the system and the information it contains. This is necessary to protect sensitive employee data and prevent unauthorized access or breaches.

Quiz 3: Human Resources Management and Technology