Lions…Tigers…and Bears: the World of E-Hrm

Running head: THE WORLD OF E-HRM

Lions…Tigers…and Bears: The World of e-HRM

Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the
Degree of Master of Science in Management
College of Business & Management
Cardinal Stritch University
November 29, 2011
Abstract
Rapid development and expansion of the internet has boosted the realization and application of e-HRM. Technological optimist assume, that from a technical perspective, the IT possibilities for e-HRM are endless: in principal all HR processes can be supported by IT. This paper aims at giving a clear definition of what HRM and e-HRM actually is, as well as the current uses and technologies utilizing the e-HRM concept. This paper will also discuss some of the pros and cons associated with e-HRM from 4 different perspectives: individual, operational, relational, and transformational.
Keywords: e-HRM, HRM, technology, management

With the rapid development and expansion of the internet the realization and application of e-HRM has intensified. Technological optimist assume, that from a technical perspective, the IT possibilities for e-HRM are endless: in principal all HR processes can be supported by IT. Surveys of HR consultants suggest that both the number of organizations adopting e-HRM and the depth of applications within the organizations are continually increasing. (CedarCrestone, 2005) In addition, there is anecdotal evidence that e-HRM is becoming increasingly common and may lead to remarkable changes. (Anonymous, 2001)
This paper aims at giving a clear definition of what HRM and e-HRM is, as well as the current uses and technologies utilizing the e-HRM concept. This paper will also discuss various pros and cons associated with e-HRM from four distinct perspectives: individual, operational, relational, and transformational. This paper will conclude with a summary of conclusions about the appropriate and best uses of

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