Client/server: HR's helping hand?
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Personnel departments are processing their work more quickly and more effectively than ever before through the help of client/server architecture. Using this technology has enabled the personnel function to achieve greater flexibility, access information more easily, and make significant savings in terms of money and resources. Computers and software are now linked across the organization regardless of the geographic distance between stations while data exchange has already been automated. However, many companies were not able to enjoy these benefits even after shifting to a client/server environment because they were not prepared to deal with the complexity that this new architecture brings. Moreover, the necessary reengineering of work was not undertaken to align functions with the new technology. Guidelines on preparing for and implementing a client/server structure are discussed.
Publication Name: Personnel Journal
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0031-5745
Year: 1996
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Leveraging a low-wage work force
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More US companies are relying on a workforce composed of low-wage earners. This is due to increased job exportation abroad, increased number of immigrants willing to work for low pay, the decline in high-paying manufacturing jobs and the subsequent increase in low-wage jobs in the service sector. Human resource professionals need to address these developments by designing compensation and other policies that support a strong and motivated low-wage workforce. The traditionally high turnover rates associated with such workers forces employers to establish a strict selection process that identifies good workers. The loyalty of these employees can be encouraged through profit-sharing and other incentives. In addition, personal support and recognition for these workers will go a long way in raising productivity.
Publication Name: Personnel Journal
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0031-5745
Year: 1995
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Going mobile
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Human resources and other professionals are now able to bring their work wherever they go with the help of those handy notebook computers. As a result of their shrinking size and weight, and increasing computing power, these computers are steadily replacing desktop models as the portable device of choice among many practitioners. The range of possibilities is so widely diverse that it sometimes becomes very confusing just to choose the most appropriate notebook computers. When purchasing notebook computers, professionals should consider such factors as the display, energy consumption, memory, functionality and hard drives. Of course, the price of the products should also be determined first before buying.
Publication Name: Personnel Journal
Subject: Human resources and labor relations
ISSN: 0031-5745
Year: 1996
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