HRIS
Implementing an HR Information System
Complete guide to implementing an HRIS and centralizing your employee data.
6-10 weeks
Advanced
Implementation Steps
Understand all systems you need to replace or integrate with.
Key Tips:
- List all current systems (spreadsheets, software, paper files)
- Identify what data exists where (employee records, time off, etc.)
- Map out required integrations (payroll, benefits, etc.)
- Document compliance requirements for your industry/location
- Get input from all departments that touch employee data
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ×Underestimating data cleanup time - usually takes 2x longer than expected
- ×Not involving managers early enough - they need to understand reporting changes
- ×Migrating bad data - "garbage in, garbage out"
- ×Not testing integrations with payroll - causes paycheck issues
- ×Insufficient employee training on self-service - leads to HR bottleneck
- ×No rollback plan if major issues occur
Best Practices
- Clean data before migration, not after - saves weeks of work
- Go live at beginning of quarter/pay period for clean cutover
- Create a "data dictionary" documenting what each field means
- Set up audit trails for compliance purposes
- Run parallel systems for one pay period to verify accuracy
- Make employee data verification part of launch process
- Schedule post-launch cleanup sessions (there will be issues)
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