applied business systems

Applied Business Systems

Consultants in HRIS, Financial & BI Systems

Needs Analysis and Assessments -
for ERP, HR and Payroll Environments

The ABS Needs Analysis and Assessment is a proven and systematic process for achieving performance improvements and cost reductions in ERP, Human Resource (HR) and Payroll  environments. This study:
Defines functional requirements and user expectations; and presents an objective and expert opinion on how well technologies and automation are being leveraged
Quantifies performance and costs; identifies problems and their root causes; and proposes viable solutions to improve efficiencies and reduce costs
Builds a sound foundation for corporate initiatives, vendor evaluations, business process reengineering, conversions and/or systems implementations
Facilitates the development of a common Vision, Strategies and Goals
Enhances communication and engagement; and fosters a greater commitment to the transformation process 
Promotes a business culture of on-going self-analysis, learning and improvement.
ABS Needs Analysis & Assessments provide a foundation for future performance improvements

“ABS gave us a clear picture of our environment, anomalies, costs and future priorities.”
-   Fortune 500 Executive
ABS leverages key factors to ensure our clients maximize the value of these studies. National and global experience in HR, Payroll and ERP applications. Sound knowledge of software systems implemented in diverse operational environments. Productivity tools to optimize the capture, synthesis and understanding of business needs, shortcomings and solutions. 

Use this link to request an outline of a Needs Analysis and Assessment conducted by ABS.

Focus areas for the ABS Needs Analysis and Assessment include: 

ERP Systems: General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Purchasing, Requisitioning, Fixed Assets, Budget and Planning
Human Resources: Recruiting, On-Boarding, Self-Service, Employment, Benefits, Compensation, Performance Management, Learning Management and Reporting
Payroll: Time & Attendance, Gross-to-Net, Union programs, Labor Distribution, Reporting and Interfacing
Business Intelligence: Data warehouses, analytics, specialized reporting and decision support
Technologies: Electronic Forms, Workflows & Approval processes; SaaS models and Hosted Services.