Question 1

What is the first step in selecting a technology solution for HRM?

Accepted Answer

A)  Explore the marketplace. 
B)  Request a proposal from vendors. 
C)  Conduct a needs analysis. 
D)  Evaluate vendors and products. 
A)  Explore the marketplace. 
B)  Request a proposal from vendors. 
C)  Conduct a needs analysis. 
D)  Evaluate vendors and products.

Question 2

If ESS and MSS applications are available to employees and managers, one can conclude that the information is being captured at the source. What type of technology platform applies these applications?

Accepted Answer

A)  e-learning 
B)  self-service 
C)  outsourcing 
D)  online 
A)  e-learning 
B)  self-service 
C)  outsourcing 
D)  online

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a pitfall of IT implementation?

Accepted Answer

A)  lack of planning 
B)  lack of resources 
C)  lack of goals 
D)  lack of knowledge 
A)  lack of planning 
B)  lack of resources 
C)  lack of goals 
D)  lack of knowledge

Question 4

One new trend in information technology for HR planning involves the use of forensic reporting.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The ERP approach promotes the use of a common, shared relational database for critical information across the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

On-line recruiting or e-recruiting is a type of Web-based HR process and practice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What are the differences between a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution?

Accepted Answer

Human Resources Information System (HRIS

Question 8

Why does an organization issue a request for proposal?

Accepted Answer

A)  to communicate what is sought from the vendor 
B)  to request pricing information from the vendor 
C)  to substantiate intention to buy from the vendor 
D)  to request an IT demonstration from the vendor 
A)  to communicate what is sought from the vendor 
B)  to request pricing information from the vendor 
C)  to substantiate intention to buy from the vendor 
D)  to request an IT demonstration from the vendor

Question 9

What are the most common IT implementation pitfalls?

Accepted Answer

-Lack of user involvement
-Incomplete de

Question 10

What type of analysis is required when analyzing HRM software information such as the size of the company and network environment?

Accepted Answer

A)  network 
B)  critical 
C)  data 
D)  needs 
A)  network 
B)  critical 
C)  data 
D)  needs

Question 11

What is the relationship between technology acceptance and its perceived usefulness?

Accepted Answer

A)  inverse 
B)  positive 
C)  direct 
D)  zero 
A)  inverse 
B)  positive 
C)  direct 
D)  zero

Question 12

Using technology to mine an HR database is faster, but more expensive, than any paper-based system.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

E-Learning is the process of learning contents distributed in digital format.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A relational database creates information that can be shared across multiple files simultaneously. What type of security systems might be used to protect the security of the data?

Accepted Answer

A)  keeping the system on 
B)  smart cards or access codes 
C)  encryption devices 
D)  PINS and memory sticks 
A)  keeping the system on 
B)  smart cards or access codes 
C)  encryption devices 
D)  PINS and memory sticks

Question 15

A Human Resources Information System includes only the software elements and support functions to gather, store, and report human resources data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Organizations adopt a process- or a technology-driven approach to HR technology implementation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe the FOUR steps that HR professionals must take in order to implement IT to support their HR departmental functions.

Accepted Answer

i.Conduct a Needs Analysis
A systematic

Question 18

Replacement planning deals with finding employees for all positions in the organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What are three typical "apps" for HR functions offered through the use of mobile technology?

Accepted Answer

A)  training, benefits, and employment data 
B)  employee assistance programs, pensions, and vacations 
C)  recruiting, scheduling work, and e-learning 
D)  legal information, health and safety, and employment testing 
A)  training, benefits, and employment data 
B)  employee assistance programs, pensions, and vacations 
C)  recruiting, scheduling work, and e-learning 
D)  legal information, health and safety, and employment testing

Question 20

If an organization utilizes advanced information technologies, what is one communication property it will benefit from?

Accepted Answer

A)  storage and retrieval of large amounts of information 
B)  rapidly and accurately reconfigured information 
C)  improved transmission of processing capacity 
D)  selectively controlled access and participation 
A)  storage and retrieval of large amounts of information 
B)  rapidly and accurately reconfigured information 
C)  improved transmission of processing capacity 
D)  selectively controlled access and participation

What is the first step in selecting a technology solution for HRM?

If ESS and MSS applications are available to employees and managers, one can conclude that the information is being captured at the source. What type of technology platform applies these applications?

Which of the following is NOT a pitfall of IT implementation?

One new trend in information technology for HR planning involves the use of forensic reporting.

The ERP approach promotes the use of a common, shared relational database for critical information across the organization.

On-line recruiting or e-recruiting is a type of Web-based HR process and practice.

What are the differences between a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution?

Why does an organization issue a request for proposal?

What are the most common IT implementation pitfalls?

What type of analysis is required when analyzing HRM software information such as the size of the company and network environment?

What is the relationship between technology acceptance and its perceived usefulness?

Using technology to mine an HR database is faster, but more expensive, than any paper-based system.

E-Learning is the process of learning contents distributed in digital format.

A relational database creates information that can be shared across multiple files simultaneously. What type of security systems might be used to protect the security of the data?

A Human Resources Information System includes only the software elements and support functions to gather, store, and report human resources data.

Organizations adopt a process- or a technology-driven approach to HR technology implementation.

Describe the FOUR steps that HR professionals must take in order to implement IT to support their HR departmental functions.

Replacement planning deals with finding employees for all positions in the organization.

What are three typical "apps" for HR functions offered through the use of mobile technology?

If an organization utilizes advanced information technologies, what is one communication property it will benefit from?

Strategic Management

Aligning HR With Strategy

Environmental Influences on HRM

Job Analysis

The HR Forecasting Process

Determining HR Demand

Ascertaining HR Supply

Succession Management

Downsizing and Restructuring

Strategic International HRM

Mergers and Acquisitions

Outsourcing

Evaluation of HR

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Exam 9: Information Technology

What is the first step in selecting a technology solution for HRM?

If ESS and MSS applications are available to employees and managers, one can conclude that the information is being captured at the source. What type of technology platform applies these applications?

Which of the following is NOT a pitfall of IT implementation?

One new trend in information technology for HR planning involves the use of forensic reporting.

The ERP approach promotes the use of a common, shared relational database for critical information across the organization.

On-line recruiting or e-recruiting is a type of Web-based HR process and practice.

What are the differences between a Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution?

Why does an organization issue a request for proposal?

What are the most common IT implementation pitfalls?

What type of analysis is required when analyzing HRM software information such as the size of the company and network environment?

What is the relationship between technology acceptance and its perceived usefulness?

Using technology to mine an HR database is faster, but more expensive, than any paper-based system.

E-Learning is the process of learning contents distributed in digital format.

A relational database creates information that can be shared across multiple files simultaneously. What type of security systems might be used to protect the security of the data?

A Human Resources Information System includes only the software elements and support functions to gather, store, and report human resources data.

Organizations adopt a process- or a technology-driven approach to HR technology implementation.

Describe the FOUR steps that HR professionals must take in order to implement IT to support their HR departmental functions.

Replacement planning deals with finding employees for all positions in the organization.

What are three typical "apps" for HR functions offered through the use of mobile technology?

If an organization utilizes advanced information technologies, what is one communication property it will benefit from?

Strategic Management

Aligning HR With Strategy

Environmental Influences on HRM

Job Analysis

The HR Forecasting Process

Determining HR Demand

Ascertaining HR Supply

Succession Management

Downsizing and Restructuring

Strategic International HRM

Mergers and Acquisitions

Outsourcing

Evaluation of HR

Filters