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?

<p>More expensive to implement than an off-the-shelf solution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To solicit proposals and bids from potential consultants or vendors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Be as specific as possible about the organization's business requirements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Functionality (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Price (C)</p> 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?

<p>Operational (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Adhering to laws and regulations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Costs and benefits analysis (C)</p> 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?

<p>Vendor longevity (B)</p> 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?

<p>The alignment of the software features with the organization's business requirements (D)</p> 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?

<p>To ensure the focus of the system is on the business requirements, not just the technology (B)</p> 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?

<p>Faster implementation timeline since the software is already developed (C)</p> 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?

<p>The vendor's track record of successful HRIS implementations (C)</p> 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?

<p>Ability to leverage the vendor's specialized expertise and experience (A)</p> 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?

<p>The flexibility of the system to adapt to future changes in HR processes and requirements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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