It may be time to invest in new software.
Seems kind of funny to think that businesses need to manage their human resources, when technically human resources is what helps manage the happenings at each company. Well, sometimes it needs an overhaul, especially if business owners are using an antiquated management system or no system at all.Human resource management requires that you stay up to date on legislative regulations and guidelines that include everything from equal employment opportunity, pay equity, health and safety, employee and labor relations and benefits packages. If these are items you are trying to keep track of on your own, it might make sense to invest in a new HR management solution — software that's flexible enough to accommodate the many employee programs that exist within your company.
With numerous options out there, how exactly do you choose the right application? Microsoft Dynamics suggests following these 10 steps:
1. Prioritize your needs. Don't try to find a program that accommodates everything under the sun. It can be costly. Just figure out what your key requirements are and work from there.
2. Review your primary business process. Focus on securing a solution that meets your company's critical requirements.
3. Create a diagram of each business process so you can highlight any inefficiencies.
4. Find a solution that matches the size of your company. There is no need to invest in software that's designed for a Fortune 500 company if you are a mom and pop shop or regional distributor.
5. Utilize an aftermarket vendor. The company you choose to work with should have some experience in the industry.
6. Identify a program that's in line with current and future IT plans. You'll need something with an open architecture that can be easily integrated into your current system.
7. Get references. Regardless of how well-known the software provider is, double check references from those in the aftermarket.
8. Record your high-level requirements. You'll need to be able to communicate with vendors what your expectations are of them during product demos.
9. Get a demonstration. Don't buy a product until you've seen it at work. Just remember to be flexible and open to slight changes.
10. Avoid lengthy tendering processes. Don't lose momentum once you decide that you need to invest in HR software. And remember, if the creation of the tender document gets too complicated, it could end up costing more than the system itself.
Visit www.microsoft.com/businesssolutions for more information.
