CPP - section 12 - Payroll Systems and
Technology Questions and Answers
Representatives of the following departments should be included on the system
selection and implementation project team: - ANSWER-payroll
human resouces
benefits
accounting
tax
budget/finance
data processing/MIS
facilites
A successful automated payroll system must: - ANSWER-provide for compliance
with federal, state, and local withholding, depositing, and reporting requirements
What is the main disadvantage of using a service provider? - ANSWER-Slow
response time to needed changes and emergency requirements.
Advantages of using an in-house automated payroll system: - ANSWER-control of
the system
convenient access
downtime can be reduced
system security
scheduling flexibility
interactive applications
Disadvantages of using vendor-supplied software: - ANSWER-specific needs may
not be met
possibly slow changes
extensive training needed
lengthy processing
improper fit
Advantages of using customized software: - ANSWER-special needs are met
the employer has control
there is increased flexibility
training needs are reduced
A Current Situation Analysis should include the following components: - ANSWER--
documentation of all work flow into/out of the current system
-documentation of the procedures for maintenance, including who is called, response
time, and average downtime
-identify who receives information from the payroll system, how often, and whether
they are using it
Technology Questions and Answers
Representatives of the following departments should be included on the system
selection and implementation project team: - ANSWER-payroll
human resouces
benefits
accounting
tax
budget/finance
data processing/MIS
facilites
A successful automated payroll system must: - ANSWER-provide for compliance
with federal, state, and local withholding, depositing, and reporting requirements
What is the main disadvantage of using a service provider? - ANSWER-Slow
response time to needed changes and emergency requirements.
Advantages of using an in-house automated payroll system: - ANSWER-control of
the system
convenient access
downtime can be reduced
system security
scheduling flexibility
interactive applications
Disadvantages of using vendor-supplied software: - ANSWER-specific needs may
not be met
possibly slow changes
extensive training needed
lengthy processing
improper fit
Advantages of using customized software: - ANSWER-special needs are met
the employer has control
there is increased flexibility
training needs are reduced
A Current Situation Analysis should include the following components: - ANSWER--
documentation of all work flow into/out of the current system
-documentation of the procedures for maintenance, including who is called, response
time, and average downtime
-identify who receives information from the payroll system, how often, and whether
they are using it
