A global HR system has considerable advantages but of course some disadvantages as well. The advantages of a global HR system are versatile, For instance the global headcount and HR relevant key figures are just a report away. There is no, sometimes painful process of consolidation work needed.

Advantages:

• Automated key figures reporting
• Global HR processes can be implemented with system support
  • Manager Self-Service
  • Employee Self-Service
• Global training and event administration
  • Global training catalogue
  • Worldwide training session for employees
  • E-Learning can be offered globally
• Gathering of needed qualifications
• Succession management over the country borders
• Globales HR service center feasible

The disadvantages of a global HR system are mainly in the technical and administrative Areas.

Disadvantages:

• The support window for a global system is getting really small, because of the time difference. More or less at every hour employees could work somewhere around the globe.
• The payroll process is country depended. That means the system needs to be actual for all relevant countries. That could lead to an additional upgrade effort.

This is a small und not complete summary what needs to be taken into consideration by designing a global HR system.

The hasenfratz consulting ag has designed global processes and global HR systems and we can help to guide you through the definition and implementation phase.