IE4151 Lecture 4 - HRIS Design: Build-In House vs. Buy It vs. Outsource Development

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What is the primary advantage of implementing a Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) HRIS solution over building an in-house system?

Shorter implementation timeframe and lower upfront costs (correct)

Ability to meet 100% of the business requirements

Greater flexibility and creative solutions for HR business processes

Increased control over the look, feel, and functionality of the system

Which of the following is a key disadvantage of a Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) HRIS solution?

Increased flexibility and creative solutions for the issues within the HR business processes

Ability to write the software to meet 100% of the business requirements

Shorter implementation timeframe and lower upfront costs

Inability to meet all of the organization's specific needs (correct)

What is a key advantage of outsourcing the development of an HRIS system?

Reduced time and expense of the development process

Increased flexibility and creative solutions for HR business processes

Ability to maintain full control over the system's look, feel, and functionality

Greater opportunity to obtain top-skilled development resources (correct)

Which of the following is a key disadvantage of building an in-house HRIS system compared to a Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solution?

More expensive to implement than an off-the-shelf solution Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a Request for Proposal (RFP) in the HRIS vendor selection process?

To solicit proposals and bids from potential consultants or vendors Signup and view all the answers

What is a key recommendation for developing an effective RFP when selecting an HRIS vendor?

Be as specific as possible about the organization's business requirements Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration when working with vendors for HRIS implementation?

Functionality Signup and view all the answers

Which factor plays a significant role in vendor selection in HRIS implementation?

Price Signup and view all the answers

In the context of system feasibility assessment, which aspect focuses on the fit of the proposed system with the organization's current and future environment?

Operational Signup and view all the answers

When assessing system feasibility for HRIS implementation, what does the legal focus primarily emphasize?

Adhering to laws and regulations Signup and view all the answers

What is an essential economic consideration when evaluating the feasibility of a new HRIS system?

Costs and benefits analysis Signup and view all the answers

In the context of HRIS design, what plays a significant role in the longevity and viability of a vendor?

Vendor longevity Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary consideration when determining whether to develop a new HR information system in-house or purchase a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) solution?

The alignment of the software features with the organization's business requirements Signup and view all the answers

When working with external vendors to implement a new HRIS, what is the primary role of the HR staff?

To ensure the focus of the system is on the business requirements, not just the technology Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key advantage of purchasing a commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) HR information system, compared to developing a custom in-house solution?

Faster implementation timeline since the software is already developed Signup and view all the answers

When evaluating the potential vendors for a new HRIS, what is the most important factor the HR and IT teams should consider?

The vendor's track record of successful HRIS implementations Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key benefit of outsourcing the development of a new HRIS to an external vendor, rather than building it in-house?

Ability to leverage the vendor's specialized expertise and experience Signup and view all the answers

When assessing the potential risks of implementing a new HRIS, which of the following is the most significant concern?

The flexibility of the system to adapt to future changes in HR processes and requirements Signup and view all the answers

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