S4 BM Technology in HR

S4 BM

Technology in HR

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Word Cloud

Identify examples of technology you would find in the HR department

Multiple Select

Which is true of the use of Video Conferencing in HR? (choose all that apply)

• used to conduct interviews

• used to complete on-line tests

• used to speak to a supplier about an order

• used to do a survey with a customer

Multiple Select

Which is true of the use of Databases in HR? (choose all that apply)

• used to create graphs and charts of sales figures

• can record job applications sent in

• used to record employee details

• used to do a survey with a customer

Multiple Select

Which is true of the use of the Internet in HR? (choose all that apply)

• can be used to advertise jobs

• used for job applications

• used to record employee details

• used to do online testing with applicants

Multiple Select

Which is true of the use of email in HR? (choose all that apply)

• used to contact employees

• used to contact applicants

• used to contact suppliers

• used to contact customers

Multiple Select

Which is true of the use of e-dairies in HR? (choose all that apply)

• used to make appointments with employees

• used to make appointments with applicants

• used to make appointments with suppliers

• used to make appointments with customers

Multiple Select

VLE's (Virtual Learning Environments) allow learners to...?

(choose all that apply)

• access training materials

• submit assignments and assessments

• access training from anywhere

• apply for a job online

Multiple Choice

Outline the role of technology when recruiting and selecting staff. (1 mark)

Choose the best answer:

• Use telephone interviews through conference calling  

• Email customers attachment of upcoming promotions

• Use a mobile telephone to contact suppliers.

• Use technology to create job application forms.

Multiple Select

Word Processing can be used for: (choose 2)

• Key in a job or person specification ​

• Keep record of applicants ​

• Use the 'contact us' feature to apply for jobs ​

• Create a job advert/application form

Multiple Choice

Databases can be used for:

• Key in a job or person specification ​

• Keep record of applicants ​

• Use the 'contact us' feature to apply for jobs ​

• Create a spreadsheet of applicants details.

Multiple Choice

A company website can be used for:

• Use pop-ups for product adverts. ​

• Keep record of applicants ​

• Use the 'contact us' feature to apply for jobs ​

• Search for potential suppliers

Multiple Choice

Outline the ways an organisation could use the following technology in the recruitment and selection process. 

1. Word processing package (1 mark)

Choose the best answer:

• • It can be used to create a job advert/application form .

• It can be used to key in records of applicants for a job.

• It can be used to design a promotional flyer.

• You can key in and create an invoice.

Multiple Choice

Outline the ways an organisation could use the following technology in the recruitment and selection process. 

1. Database package  (1 mark)

Choose the best answer:

• • It can be used to create a job advert/application form .

• It can be used to key in records of applicants for a job.

• It can create graphs/charts of sales figures.

• It can be used to key in records of customers.

Multiple Choice

Outline the ways an organisation could use the following technology in the recruitment and selection process. 

1. Company website  (1 mark)

Choose the best answer:

• • Applicants can submit their online application form.  

• Pop-ups on the website can promoted new products.

• Customers can buy products online.

• You can compare supplier prices and products online.

Outline the role of technology when recruiting and selecting staff.


(3 marks)

Open Ended

Outline the role of technology when recruiting and selecting staff. (3 marks)

Research Task

• Choose an organisation of your choice.

• Find out what technology they use in HR.

• Eg, McDonalds uses an online questionnaire if you apply to be a crew member - https://people.mcdonalds.co.uk/restaurant-opportunities/crew-member/

• Eg, McDonalds also uses an online training centre for health and safety training - https://onsupervisorsafety.com/

Open Ended

What technology does the organisation of your choice use in HR?

Think about:

- recruitment & selection

- training

- communication

Type/copy and paste your findings in below: