Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a stage of the needs analysis process?

Accepted Answer

A)  observation 
B)  implementation 
C)  evaluation 
D)  reporting 
A)  observation 
B)  implementation 
C)  evaluation 
D)  reporting B

Question 2

What are a few different ways to conduct a needs analysis interview?

Accepted Answer

Interviews can be completely unstructured or very scripted.Unstructured interviews are when a general topic is introduced for discussion and the interviewer lets the interview progress naturally.In a structured interview,the interviewer asks specific questions in a predetermined order and respondents select from a set of alternative answers.

Question 3

The needs analysis is synonymous with business requirements definition.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Data collection methods for the needs analysis include ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  interviews 
B)  surveys and online tools 
C)  organizational archives 
D)  all of these 
A)  interviews 
B)  surveys and online tools 
C)  organizational archives 
D)  all of these

Question 5

The ongoing maintenance of a new HRIS is NOT included within an SDLC project.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The process of thoroughly gathering,prioritizing,and documenting an organization's HR information requirements is a ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  needs analysis 
B)  business case requirement 
C)  planning analysis 
D)  workflow chart 
A)  needs analysis 
B)  business case requirement 
C)  planning analysis 
D)  workflow chart

Question 7

Senior management maintains a "hands off" position when others are implementing a new HRIS

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The gap analysis is a process of comparing an organization's needs against its current capabilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Why are person-to-person interviews more effective than handing out questionnaires?

Accepted Answer

Compared to interviews,questio

Question 10

Why is it important for senior management to be involved in a new implementation project?

Accepted Answer

Senior management sponsorship and a visi

Question 11

Define three of the five phases of the typical system development life cycle (SDLC)?

Accepted Answer

There are five phases in the S

Question 12

SDLC refers to the process of system documentation for a new system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

During the ______ phase of the system development life cycle,an organization's current capabilities are documented,new needs are identified,and the scope of an HRIS is determined.

Accepted Answer

A)  planning 
B)  analysis 
C)  implementation 
D)  maintenance 
A)  planning 
B)  analysis 
C)  implementation 
D)  maintenance

Which of the following is NOT a stage of the needs analysis process?

What are a few different ways to conduct a needs analysis interview?

The needs analysis is synonymous with business requirements definition.

Data collection methods for the needs analysis include ______.

The ongoing maintenance of a new HRIS is NOT included within an SDLC project.

The process of thoroughly gathering,prioritizing,and documenting an organization's HR information requirements is a ______.

Senior management maintains a "hands off" position when others are implementing a new HRIS

The gap analysis is a process of comparing an organization's needs against its current capabilities.

Why are person-to-person interviews more effective than handing out questionnaires?

Why is it important for senior management to be involved in a new implementation project?

Define three of the five phases of the typical system development life cycle (SDLC)?

SDLC refers to the process of system documentation for a new system.

During the ______ phase of the system development life cycle,an organization's current capabilities are documented,new needs are identified,and the scope of an HRIS is determined.

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Training and Development: Issues and HRIS Applications

Performance Management, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and HRIS

HRIS and International HRM

HR Metrics and Workforce Analytics

HRIS Privacy and Security

HRIS and Social Media

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Exam 4: The Systems Development Life Cycle and HRIS Needs Analysis

Which of the following is NOT a stage of the needs analysis process?

What are a few different ways to conduct a needs analysis interview?

The needs analysis is synonymous with business requirements definition.

Data collection methods for the needs analysis include ______.

The ongoing maintenance of a new HRIS is NOT included within an SDLC project.

The process of thoroughly gathering,prioritizing,and documenting an organization's HR information requirements is a ______.

Senior management maintains a "hands off" position when others are implementing a new HRIS

The gap analysis is a process of comparing an organization's needs against its current capabilities.

Why are person-to-person interviews more effective than handing out questionnaires?

Why is it important for senior management to be involved in a new implementation project?

Define three of the five phases of the typical system development life cycle (SDLC)?

SDLC refers to the process of system documentation for a new system.

During the ______ phase of the system development life cycle,an organization's current capabilities are documented,new needs are identified,and the scope of an HRIS is determined.

A Brief History and Overview of Technology in HR

Database Concepts and Applications in HRIS

Systems Considerations in the Design of an HRIS: Planning for Implementations

System Design and Acquisition

Change Management and Implementation

Cost Justifying HRIS Investments

HR Administration and HRIS

Talent Management

Recruitment and Selection in an Internet Context

Training and Development: Issues and HRIS Applications

Performance Management, Compensation, Benefits, Payroll, and HRIS

HRIS and International HRM

HR Metrics and Workforce Analytics

HRIS Privacy and Security

HRIS and Social Media

The Future of HRIS: Emerging Trends in HRM and IT

Filters