Human Resources Technology for the 21st Century
Edition: 1
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 304
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Human resource management is increasingly driven by digital technologies that streamline processes, improve decision-making, and enhance the employee experience. This book introduces the field of human resource information management (HRIM), focusing on the systems and platforms used for recruiting, onboarding, training, performance management, communication, and workforce analytics. It explains how modern HR technologies, including cloud-based systems, artificial intelligence, and integrated digital platforms, have become essential tools for managing people and organizational data.
The book emphasizes the importance of selecting, integrating, and using HR technologies effectively to support organizational goals. It explores how connected HR systems enable information to flow across different functions, while highlighting the role of usability, implementation, and practical application in achieving successful outcomes. Throughout, the text prepares readers to evaluate HR technologies, interpret data, collaborate with stakeholders, and understand how digital systems influence both organizational performance and the employee experience.
Acknowledgments
Prologue: Entering the World of HR Technologies
PART I: FOUNDATIONS (ROLE OF INFORMATION IN HR TECHNOLOGY LANDSCAPE)
chapter 1 The Role of Information in Human Resources
chapter 2 The HR Technology Landscape
PART II: COLLABORATION AND COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
chapter 3 Collaboration Tools for a Distributed Workforce
chapter 4 Building HR Intranets and Self-Service Portals
PART III: TALENT ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT TECHNOLOGIES
chapter 5 Recruitment Technologies
chapter 6 Selection and Assessment Tools
chapter 7 Training and Development Systems
chapter 8 Onboarding and Socialization
PART IV: CORE HR INFORMATION SYSTEMS
chapter 9 Human Resources Information Systems
chapter 10 Database Management for HR
PART V: ENGAGEMENT, PERFORMANCE, AND ANALYTICS
chapter 11 Performance Management Platforms
chapter 12 Employee Engagement Technologies
chapter 13 HR Analytics and Decision Support
PART VI: EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES AND IMPLEMENTATION
chapter 14 Artificial Intelligence and Automation in HR
chapter 15 Implementing HRIM Technologies
PART VII: HR TECHNOLOGY AND THE FUTURE OF WORK
chapter 16 Skills-Intelligence and Skill-Based Organizations
chapter 17 Motivation in the Age of Digital HR
chapter 18 Democratizing Innovation with HRIM
chapter 19 Behavioral Economics in HRIM
chapter 20 HR Technology and Workforce Well-Being Management
epilogue: Technology, Insight, and the Human Future of HR