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New iRecruit release 8.1 Webcast

New iRecruit release 8.1 Clients only December webcast we want your feedback & suggestions!

We Want Your Opinion! Be first to review the all NEW iRECRUIT.

Thursday, December 4th at 11 am or
Wednesday, December 10th at 1 pm.

Click here to register now!


Our iRecruit development team has been busy working on some great new upgrades to the iRecruit online application and administration area that make the entire application more flexible and user-friendly. We will be rolling out these beneficial changes over the next few months.

Some of the highlights of the new build include:

• Choice: Integration to Abra HR or Abra Recruiting, or Stand Alone
• Enhanced Dashboard Views.
• Make any question required.
• The applicant can tell you how many years experience they have, and add a note about their skills.
• The applicant can attach a resume and cover letter.
• Now, Custom Application forms by Job Posting (i.e. Requisition)
• The updated Requisitions and new Forms sections helps you manage the set up and approval of open positions. Set up and Assign Custom Application Forms. And also track cost per requisition.
• Create Requisition and Applicant Reports.
• Search for applicants online. Change the applicant status online. Make notes about your applicants.
• New key word search allows you to query & find applicants fast and easy.
• Forward applicants to hiring managers.
• Set up accounts for different iRecruit users.
  

We're having an iRecruit showcase for you to preview our great changes on Thursday, December 4th at 11 am and on Wednesday, December 10th at 1 pm. If you're available We’d love to have you attend. Attending our iRecruit Showcase will be an excellent opportunity to see what’s coming up, and discuss what you might like to see in iRecruit yourself.

This is a must see Webcast to see what's new.

Click here to register now!

Crystal Reports Bootcamp Training Class

Crystal Reports Training Class - Thursday, November 20, 2008 - Woonsocket, RI

Join us for our next local Crystal Reports Training Class! This day long "Bootcamp" Crystal Reports class provides a detailed overview of how to use Crystal Reports with Abra including real life examples. Learn how to make the most of your Crystal Reports and create custom reports effectively.

There are still a few spots open for our Crystal Reports Bootcamp training class in Woonsocket, RI. This class is designed for intermediate users, but beginners are also welcome. Get the most out of your Crystal Reports! Space is Limited Register Now!

The class will cost $495 per person. Or if you have more than one attendee from your company the price is $395 per person.

If you or someone at your organization are interested in attending please click here to register, or email me at lstrong (at) cmshris.com or call me at 860-678-4401.

The Bottom Line on HR Technology

The Bottom Line on HRMS: Improving Results and Lowering Costs with a Human Resource Management System

Need help solving key workforce management challenges such as attracting top talent, benefits costs, resource shortages and compliance? Today’s executives must consider key HR objectives as part of their strategic competitive plan. This paper highlights the role of HRMS in meeting these challenges.

A well-run business needs a strong, talented workforce. Globalization is increasing the competitive pressures on businesses while rapid advances in technology require new skills and accelerated development of the workforce. The changing business environment puts pressure on business owners to address human resources as a key part of the strategic competitive plan.

Business planning must address the following human resources challenges as a key factor to overall success:

• Recruiting, retaining, and developing talent
• Containing escalating benefits costs
• Maintaining compliance and reducing risk of litigation
• Managing limited HR resources
  

A Human Resource Management System (HRMS) provides an integrated software solution for automating and managing your organization’s core workforce administration and transactions, including compliance, benefits, payroll, time and attendance, recruitment, training, and more.

In this paper, we’ll explain exactly what an online benefits enrollment system does, and in what ways it can lower your total benefits costs. You’ll also learn tips for how to plan for and select an online benefits enrollment system. Finally, we’ll define how to measure and calculate return on investment (ROI) for your organization.

You’ll discover how a well-planned HRMS can:

• Drive costs out of your business by automating core HR, benefits, and payroll processes for increased efficiency and productivity.
• Help contain and reduce the spiraling costs of employee benefits.
• Increase retention by providing a high-level of service to employees while controlling the cost of providing it.
• Make the best possible decisions regarding your workforce with accurate, timely reporting and analysis.
• Reduce the cost of compliance and risks associated with increasingly complex and burdensome regulations, including the avoidance of fines, penalties, and costly litigation.
• Improve processes for recruiting, developing, and retaining people with the required skills and aptitudes to meet current and future organizational needs.
• Reduce routine administration and paperwork, enabling you to focus more on workforce and business strategy.
  

Download the White Paper [The Bottom Line on HR Technology]

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