Johnson, Human Resource Information Systems, 5e
SAGE Publishing, 2021
Case Notes
Chapter 2: Systems Considerations in the Design of an HRIS
Vignette Revisited
Case Summary
This case focuses on a billion-dollar retailer with 4,000+ stores that cannot move fast enough to
beat out the competition. There are a number of aspects of the case that showcase the needs for a
Case Analysis
These questions help the student to think about the process of planning and implementing a
human resource information system or ERP. Students should be thinking about the customer of
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:
● Define who the project manager will be.
2. Discuss the potential political necessities outlined in this section as they relate to this type of
implementation.
The largest political necessity is to identify and address the needs of the key stakeholders
Johnson, Human Resource Information Systems, 5e
SAGE Publishing, 2021
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.
● Form the implementation team.
● Define project scope.
● Management sponsorship.
4. Is the 9-month rapid implementation time frame feasible? Or will it just lead to failure?
Although this is a big undertaking, the 9-month implementation time frame is possible.