HRIS stands for Human Resources Information System. Often HRIS software will use the acronym HRMS (Human Resources Management System) interchangeably with HRIS. In either case, the objective remains the same--to centralize all of the information that you need about employees or applicants in a flexible database which facilitates all of your HR managements needs.
To be prepared for any eventualities, look for a software package which tracks department and job title, salary and salary history, and position history. You may also want personal information such as age, ethnicity, nationality, disabilities, veteran status, or the status of a visa or working papers.
There are a number of governmental regulations with which any business must comply. You will be able to update good HRIS software with information on relevant requirements for your business and run reports to track your compliances. You HRIS software package can be fully integrated into every aspect of your company's long term plan, so choose it wisely. A flexible and robust program will help you grow and maintain smooth operations.