HR Information Management Flashcards

What does 'role-based access control' (RBAC) accomplish in an HRIS?

Answer: Grants data access based on a user's job role

RBAC limits data visibility to what each role legitimately needs, improving security.

Which metric measures the percentage of employees leaving an organization over a period?

Answer: Turnover rate

Turnover rate tracks separations as a proportion of the workforce over time.

What is a key consideration when migrating data to a new HRIS?

Answer: Cleaning and validating data before transfer

Data cleansing before migration prevents transferring errors into the new system.

Which type of report shows data at a single point in time, like a current headcount?

Answer: Snapshot report

A snapshot captures a static view of data as of a specific date.

What is 'workforce analytics' primarily used for?

Answer: Using data to inform strategic HR decisions

Workforce analytics turns HR data into insights that guide strategy and planning.

Why is data encryption important for HR information systems?

Answer: It protects sensitive data from unauthorized access if intercepted

Encryption renders data unreadable to anyone without authorization, securing PII.

What is the main advantage of a cloud-based (SaaS) HRIS over on-premise?

Answer: Lower upfront infrastructure costs and vendor-managed updates

SaaS HRIS reduces capital expense and shifts maintenance and updates to the vendor.