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Title:PeopleSoft: A Collaborative Global Workforce
Length:5:31

Case Summary:

The PeopleSoft human resources management system is designed to provide best practices in Internet-based HR management. The system includes four enterprise applications and seven collaborative self-service applications, all accessible through a single portal. PeopleSoft uses its own system to manage its HR and expects a nearly 200% return-on-investment within 5 years. The system eliminates the need to install any special software on the client side. Employees can access their human resources files simply by using their Web browser. The efficacy of the portal enables HR managers to devote more time to business activities such as recruiting, retention, and strategic development rather than spending time answering queries about benefits and vacation time. IT departments have only to worry about the server, and PeopleSoft's single database architecture fortifies the accuracy of data.


Case Study Questions:

  1. What design features of the PeopleSoft system bring the most value to HR managers? Where is the value for employees?


  2. How does the enterprise as a whole benefit from the software?


  3. Describe the role of Compass in the PeopleSoft system and how it provides value to adopters of the software.


  4. Analyze Peoplesoft's decision to modify the traditional client/server model.


  5. Do you think PeopleSoft presents a good argument for adopting its software? Why or why not?