HR Technology - D356 Exam Questions
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What is the purpose of client-server architecture? - ANSWER-To spread out low-
powered processing capability,
Two-tier architecture allowed access to the dozens of PCs now being used across
the enterprise.
Which new architectural model has become prevalent in the last decade? -
ANSWER-Cloud computing technology allows businesses to use applications
without having to undergo a complex installation process.
True or False
With a cloud-based human resource information system (HRIS), there is a large
up-front cost. - ANSWER-False
What is the main difference between 3-tier architecture and N-tier architecture? -
ANSWER-N-tier architecture is expandable to multiple web servers and
application servers to handle load balancing. Web servers can be geographically
dispersed to provide worldwide access. 3-tier architecture is restricted locally to a
server, a database, and an access point.
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,What is an example of a traditional human resources (HR) activity? - ANSWER-
Performance management
Implementing a human resource information system (HRIS) will reduce training
costs. - ANSWER-True
How can a human resource information system (HRIS) add value to an
organization? - ANSWER-1.It automates many activities.
2.It helps managers make better decisions.
What is a viable human resource (HR) system option for a small organization? -
ANSWER-File management
Which historical period resulted in the need for a human resource information
system (HRIS)? - ANSWER-Social Issues Era
Which act was passed in the cloud and mobile technologies era that placed more
regulations on organizations, thereby creating an increased need for data to be in
compliance? - ANSWER-Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
A manager of an organization adopts industry-recognized standard practices. -
ANSWER-Best-practice
What are two primary outcomes of a human resource information system (HRIS)
for managers - ANSWER-1.Allowing real-time access to accurate data that
facilitates decision-making
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,2.Providing almost continuous data about the status of the organization
Which type of position accesses more areas of the human resource information
system (HRIS) than any other user? - ANSWER-Analyst
True or False
Each user of the human resource information system (HRIS) will have the same
needs with regard to what information they will be using. - ANSWER-False
Describe three ways managers use a human resource information system (HRIS). -
ANSWER-Managers use the system to gain real-time access to accurate data that
facilitate decision-making with regard to their people. They may also use HRIS
data for performance management, recruiting and retention, team management,
project management, and employee development. Additionally, they use the HRIS
for information necessary to help make decisions that will contribute to the
achievement of the unit's strategic goals and objectives.
True or False
Best of breed (BoB) options can create a much more powerful solution than a
stand-alone human resource information system (HRIS). - ANSWER-True
Which two benefits do optical character recognition (OCR) programs provide to
organizations - ANSWER-1.Eliminating rekeying of applicant data
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, 2.Running background checks
What is the best way to address gaps identified in the implementation phase? -
ANSWER-Identified gaps should be closed.
Describe a fit-gap analysis. - ANSWER-A fit-gap analysis helps a company
understand where organizational processes and the software processes mesh (fit)
and where they do not (gap). Any gaps that are identified need to be fixed by
modifying organizational processes, configuring the human resource information
system (HRIS) application to perform in a certain manner, or customizing the
software.
A human resources (HR) administrator wants to implement a human resource
information system (HRIS) to automate day-to-day transactional activities.
Which activity fulfills this administrator's requirement? - ANSWER-Updating
benefits
A human resources (HR) administrator at an enterprise-level company is
demonstrating how nonsupervisory employees can use the employee self-service
(ESS) HR portal of a human resource information system (HRIS).
Which activity can the employees perform in this portal? - ANSWER-Add a new
dependent to benefits
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What is the purpose of client-server architecture? - ANSWER-To spread out low-
powered processing capability,
Two-tier architecture allowed access to the dozens of PCs now being used across
the enterprise.
Which new architectural model has become prevalent in the last decade? -
ANSWER-Cloud computing technology allows businesses to use applications
without having to undergo a complex installation process.
True or False
With a cloud-based human resource information system (HRIS), there is a large
up-front cost. - ANSWER-False
What is the main difference between 3-tier architecture and N-tier architecture? -
ANSWER-N-tier architecture is expandable to multiple web servers and
application servers to handle load balancing. Web servers can be geographically
dispersed to provide worldwide access. 3-tier architecture is restricted locally to a
server, a database, and an access point.
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,What is an example of a traditional human resources (HR) activity? - ANSWER-
Performance management
Implementing a human resource information system (HRIS) will reduce training
costs. - ANSWER-True
How can a human resource information system (HRIS) add value to an
organization? - ANSWER-1.It automates many activities.
2.It helps managers make better decisions.
What is a viable human resource (HR) system option for a small organization? -
ANSWER-File management
Which historical period resulted in the need for a human resource information
system (HRIS)? - ANSWER-Social Issues Era
Which act was passed in the cloud and mobile technologies era that placed more
regulations on organizations, thereby creating an increased need for data to be in
compliance? - ANSWER-Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
A manager of an organization adopts industry-recognized standard practices. -
ANSWER-Best-practice
What are two primary outcomes of a human resource information system (HRIS)
for managers - ANSWER-1.Allowing real-time access to accurate data that
facilitates decision-making
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,2.Providing almost continuous data about the status of the organization
Which type of position accesses more areas of the human resource information
system (HRIS) than any other user? - ANSWER-Analyst
True or False
Each user of the human resource information system (HRIS) will have the same
needs with regard to what information they will be using. - ANSWER-False
Describe three ways managers use a human resource information system (HRIS). -
ANSWER-Managers use the system to gain real-time access to accurate data that
facilitate decision-making with regard to their people. They may also use HRIS
data for performance management, recruiting and retention, team management,
project management, and employee development. Additionally, they use the HRIS
for information necessary to help make decisions that will contribute to the
achievement of the unit's strategic goals and objectives.
True or False
Best of breed (BoB) options can create a much more powerful solution than a
stand-alone human resource information system (HRIS). - ANSWER-True
Which two benefits do optical character recognition (OCR) programs provide to
organizations - ANSWER-1.Eliminating rekeying of applicant data
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, 2.Running background checks
What is the best way to address gaps identified in the implementation phase? -
ANSWER-Identified gaps should be closed.
Describe a fit-gap analysis. - ANSWER-A fit-gap analysis helps a company
understand where organizational processes and the software processes mesh (fit)
and where they do not (gap). Any gaps that are identified need to be fixed by
modifying organizational processes, configuring the human resource information
system (HRIS) application to perform in a certain manner, or customizing the
software.
A human resources (HR) administrator wants to implement a human resource
information system (HRIS) to automate day-to-day transactional activities.
Which activity fulfills this administrator's requirement? - ANSWER-Updating
benefits
A human resources (HR) administrator at an enterprise-level company is
demonstrating how nonsupervisory employees can use the employee self-service
(ESS) HR portal of a human resource information system (HRIS).
Which activity can the employees perform in this portal? - ANSWER-Add a new
dependent to benefits
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