The Extent of Use of Human Resource Management Information Systems and Efficiency in Selected Banks in Nairobi

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to determine the extent of use of Human Resource Management Information Systems (HRMIS) within selected banks in Nairobi. Further, the study sought to determine whether the use of such systems has any correlation with efficiency of operations. The findings reveal that most of the banks in Nairobi have at least some form of HRMIS within their operational framework. Secondly, the extent of use of these HRMIS is not as extensive as would have been expected of a banking sector considering the nature of their business. Thirdly, employing the use of these HRMIS has a direct correlation with efficiency within the selected banks in Nairobi. The study suggests that banks and other organizations should strive to attain a competitive advantage through its people resources since they can't be imitated or copied. That is enhanced by employing effective management of these people resources through the use of appropriate HRMIS. The study further recommends that banks and organizations install an all-inclusive HRMIS with regards to the major HR functions. Banks should regularly check out the efficiency of the HRMIS that is currently under use and adjust or update accordingly in order to fit the current needs and requirements of their work environment. The HRMIS used should provide the flexibility that is needed to anticipate future storage requirements.