Instructor Resource
Kavanagh and Johnson, Human Resource Information Systems: Basics, Applications, and Future Directions, 4e
SAGE Publishing, 2018
Case Notes
Chapter 3: Systems Considerations in the Design of an HRIS: Planning for
Implementations
Implementing a New ERP System
Case Summary
This case focuses on a billion-dollar retailer with 4,000+ stores that can not move fast enough to
Case Analysis
These questions help the student to think about the process of planning and implementing a
Sample Answers to Case Questions
1. Develop the first few steps of the project plan.
The steps in the project plan should include the following:
2. Discuss the potential political necessities outlined in this section as they relate to this type of
implementation.
Instructor Resource
Kavanagh and Johnson, Human Resource Information Systems: Basics, Applications, and Future Directions, 4e
SAGE Publishing, 2018
3. Think about and create a list of steps that make sense for your organization.
The full process/list of steps will include the following:
● Define who the project manager will be.
● Identify a steering committee/project charter.
4. Is the 9-month rapid-implementation timeframe feasible? Or will it just lead to failure?
Although this is a big undertaking, the 9-month implementation timeframe is possible.