Tag: hcm system implementation
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What differentiates HRchitect?
Written by Matt Lafata I’m frequently asked about what makes HRchitect so successful and what differentiates us from competitive firms. While there are many reasons, I’m focusing on three key areas that drive our success. But before I get there, let’s try to define the type of firm that HRchitect is. In general Read Article »
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Pros and Cons of Big Bang vs Phased Rollout
By Brandon Long The most important time in any HCM implementation is system go-live. One of the most essential questions about go-live should be answered well in advance: Do I go-live all at once, or in phases? As with most questions in any software implementation, the answer is a solid “it depends,” but here is Read Article »
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Implementing HR Technology during a Spinoff or Separation
Written by Tom LaMarre The process of implementing a new HCM system can be a daunting and stressful undertaking under normal business conditions. Add a spinoff, separation, or divestiture to the mix, and the disruption in business structure and conditions will add another layer of complexity to your implementation project, but you shouldn’t Read Article »
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Which implementation elements most often catch clients off guard?
Written by Eric Frokjer At a high level, the software implementation process seems straightforward, right? It boils down to setting up the software, making sure it works, and then turning it “on” so people can use it. Nevertheless, there’s a lot more complexity behind the scenes of each HCM technology implementation. Here’s a Read Article »
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You can pay me now, or you can pay me later
Written by Reggie Wilson There are likely several of you out there that remember the old Fram oil filter commercial from the 1970s where the auto mechanic uttered the phrase, “You can pay me now, or you can pay me later”. The mechanic was implying that the customer could make a small investment in Read Article »
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HCM Technology Terminology: All About Implementation
Written by Samantha Colby Your CHRO announces that a new system has been selected and that you are part of the core team working on the implementation. You already know from part one of this series that implementation is the process of setting up a newly purchased software system so that the system is live Read Article »
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Benefits of Hiring a Client-Side Advocate
Written by Dixie Vaughan An HCM (Human Capital Management) system implementation is a major undertaking and involves a lot of effort from the client organization purchasing the system. Many companies make the decision to hire an external consultant to serve as a client-side advocate; specifically to represent the company during their HCM system implementation. Why Read Article »
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Consider the Boutique Route on HCM System Implementation
Written by Reggie Wilson An often-underappreciated task beyond the selection of a Human Capital Management (HCM) system is the path to a complete and successful implementation. After all, you have completed the most challenging portion of the due diligence process in negotiating those software licenses, right? Not quite. Executing the agreement for the software licenses Read Article »
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(Don’t) Do-It-Yourself when it comes to your HCM Implementation
Written by: Samantha Colby Congratulations! Having exercised careful consideration, deliberation, and negotiation, you’ve finally selected your new HCM system. After contracts have been signed, your vendor sales representative throws a major curveball your way – there are going to be extra costs associated with implementing your software. No one had made you aware of that Read Article »
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