The integration of technology has revolutionized organizational operations, including Human Resource Management (HRM). Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) are crucial tools for effectively managing HR processes, significantly impacting overall HR management. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research - Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI), a leading scientific research institution, has implemented …
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The integration of technology has revolutionized organizational operations, including Human Resource Management (HRM). Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) are crucial tools for effectively managing HR processes, significantly impacting overall HR management. The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research - Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI), a leading scientific research institution, has implemented various HRIS to efficiently manage human resources, aiming for research excellence and societal impact. This research aims to explore how HRIS affects HRM practices in CSIR-CRI. The study employed a cross-sectional quantitative study. Simple random sampling was utilized, and structured questionnaires were employed to gather data from 191 CSIR-CRI staff stationed at the Fumesua and Kwadaso workstations in Kumasi. Statistical analysis involved frequency reporting and Chi-Square tests using STATA version 17. The results revealed that the implementation of HRIS has significantly and positively influenced various HRM practices. The impact was observed in training and development, recruitment, benefits administration, performance appraisal, employee engagement, filing and document management, attendance tracking, payroll processing, sick leave management, and employee data management. The study established that, despite a comprehensive HRIS infrastructure covering essential functions, gaps in module familiarity and usage indicate a need for enhanced training. Based on the findings, the study concludes that the implementation of HRIS has significantly influenced HRM practices, particularly in filing and document management and attendance tracking, but challenges like employee resistance and technical issues persist, necessitating effective mitigation strategies and continuous improvement efforts. The following recommendations were made; the to enhancing training programmes, improving user-friendliness and accessibility, strengthening data security, addressing employee resistance through change management, and focusing on attracting and retaining young talent. These measures aim to streamline HRM processes, foster better user engagement, and ensure the HRIS meets organizational requirements effectively.
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