Human Resources Information Systems
Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) enable organisations to manage, analyse and use workforce information more effectively. They support everyday people-management activities such as payroll, recruitment, learning, absence and performance, while also providing the workforce data needed for planning and organisational decision-making.
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Human Resources Information Systems Definition
A Human Resources Information System (HRIS) is a digital system used to collect, store, manage and analyse employee and workforce information. Modern HRIS can support both routine HR administration and wider workforce planning and decision-making (CIPD, 2026, AI and Technology).
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- Biswas, S.K. et al. (2025) “The Role of HRIS and People Analytics in Transforming Workforce Management,” International Journal of Research Publication and Reviews, 6(9), pp. 2607–2611. doi:10.55248/gengpi.6.0925.3417.
- Caldwell, T., 2012. How one trust transformed its HR. The Guardian, Jan 9. Available at:
- CIPD (2021) Operating Efficiently: Implementing HR Information Systems in Large Organisations. Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
- CIPD (2026) AI and Technology. Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
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