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Checking References on\u00a0HR systems<\/a>\u00a0in which you are interested is always a good idea. If\u00a0\u00a0HRIS Vendors<\/a>\u00a0can\u2019t provide references, or a reference provides a poor opinion of the HR software, that is certainly a red flag. Neither is likely to occur.\u00a0HR Information Systems<\/a>\u00a0companies are only going to provide references who are happy with their particular\u00a0HRM Software<\/a>. They will usually call the client before providing their name as a reference to ensure they are willing to be a reference and that they are happy with their Human Resource software. The question then becomes, \u201cHow valuable are references if the\u00a0HR software companies are handpicking them?\u201d Here are a couple of tips to get the most out checking references when comparing HR systems.<\/p>\n

Checking HRIS References Tip #1<\/strong>
\nBe as specific as possible with regard to which type of company from which you want a reference. This makes it less likely for the HRIS vendor to cherry pick the reference for you. It\u2019s also important to note how a company in your industry has used the HR system to meet their needs. Who knows\u2026. you might even be able to share tips with them going forward.<\/p>\n

Checking HRIS References Tip #2<\/strong>
\nSearch online to find out who is using the HR system and cold call them for a reference. The easiest way to do this is to go to Monster.com and type the name of the HR system in the keyword search. You will be presented with a list of companies who are looking for someone with experience with that HR system. If you are willing to do the work, pick out five and ask them what they think of the\u00a0HRIS HRMS\u00a0system. If you are going to try this approach, be sure to call a number of users since even the best HR systems have unhappy customers. Sometimes it\u2019s not the companies fault, sometimes it\u2019s the users fault, and sometimes it\u2019s just Monday.<\/p>\n

Checking HRIS References Tip #3<\/strong>
\nThe ease of use and functionality of the HR software you choose are both the most important considerations. These can be determined by simply effectively reviewing, comparing and testing the\u00a0products you are considering. Where I would use the references is to get an idea on support and problems during setup or potential bugs in the HR product. Ask the reference how often they call support and how long they are typically on hold. How helpful are the tech support people? Are they usually able to solve your\u00a0problem? You also need to ask if there are any important problems or software defects of which you should be aware. Write out your questions before you call or email to make sure you don\u2019t miss anything.<\/p>\n

Checking HRIS References Tip #4<\/strong>
\nMake sure to not only ask for references on the\u00a0Employee Management Software<\/a>\u00a0but ensure you have references on whoever is performing your HRIS system install. I would make sure that the person in charge of the implementation has, at the very least, ten HRIS installs of the exact HR software product you are selecting. Depending on the industry, industry experience may be needed, as well.<\/p>\n

Overall, the message I am trying to present is that hand picked\u00a0HRIS vendor\u00a0references are only a small part of the steps necessary to successfully select an\u00a0HRIS software\u00a0<\/a>application. By following the steps outlined above, I believe you can maximize the value of the references you contact.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Checking References on\u00a0HR systems\u00a0in which you are interested is always a good idea. If\u00a0\u00a0HRIS Vendors\u00a0can\u2019t provide references, or a reference provides a poor opinion of the HR software, that is certainly a red flag. Neither is likely to occur.\u00a0HR Information Systems\u00a0companies are only going to provide references who are happy with their particular\u00a0HRM Software. They … <\/p>\n

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