Human Resources Information Systems -- Thesis

Second, the assumption of a phased roll-out in each of the global geographies of Cincom makes the most sense, concentrating on localization of languages and variation in key human resources processes by region prior to the formal introduction of the system. This is critical, in our experience, to ensure there is a higher probability of adoption of the system. Third, the assumption that the system will be integrated with payroll and accounting systems has been made in this initial business case. From our previous conversations it is clear you would like to manage human resources to a tighter budget given these difficult economic times, and the system we've chosen is flexible enough to allow for costing and integration. Fourth, the assumption that the outsourcing businesses of Cincom, now in its formative stages, will grow. Our criteria in the evaluation of the recommended system take the potential growth of this exciting new subsidiary into account as well.

Impact Assessment

The impact of this system on enterprise-wide performance management is anticipated to take within six to nine months to implement and gain initial data. This length of time is critical to have a global view of all activity across all of Cincom's locations globally. In addition, the impact assessment of performance management at this level will also provide the necessary data foundation for managing compensation management, redefining comparable pay levels and performance incentives, and allow for a significant drop in compliance costs that are now paid across the four continents and many countries Cincom operates in. The majority of cost savings will initially accrue from the reduction in duplication of costs for compliance initiatives with the U.S. Government and the European Union. Further cost reductions in filing employment compliance with the United Kingdom, Germany, the Scandinavian countries, Italy and France can be accomplished in the first year of operation of this system. In addition to the benefits of compliance cost reductions there is also the benefit of being able to more effectively manage the most critically important asset Cincom has today, and that is its' people.

Recommendation

Based on a thorough analysis of your organization and a reasonable and conservative assessment of potential benefits, it is my firms' recommendation that Cincom consider the Oracle EBusiness Suite Human Resources Management System. Our thorough review of potential systems have shown this to be the most cost-effective and best aligned with your company's needs. At your request our team can provide you with further analysis and potential cost and time savings to Cincom for adopting this potential strategy. Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you soon.