The Essential Guide to Choosing the Right HCM for Your Organization with Margaret Godwin

In this episode of the "HR Mixtape" podcast, host Shari Simpson welcomes Margaret Godwin, the HR Technology Consulting Practice Leader at Hyland. With more than 25 years of experience in HR technology consulting, Margaret has valuable insights on selecting the right Human Capital Management (HCM) system for organizations. She emphasizes the importance of a thorough discovery process, the need for stakeholder involvement, and the critical factors to consider when evaluating HCM solutions.

Key Takeaways:

1. Discovery Process is Essential: Start with a comprehensive evaluation of your organization's needs and wants, involving all relevant stakeholders to ensure the selected HCM system meets everyone's requirements.
2. Integration Testing: Understand the integration capabilities of potential HCM vendors by documenting your existing systems and asking the right questions about their integration experiences.
3. Employee Involvement: Engage employees in the selection process through surveys and by including them in demos to gather valuable feedback on how the new system will impact their daily tasks.

Margaret Godwin, HR Technology Consulting Practice Leader at Hyland, specializing in strategic HR solutions. She holds a master's in HR Management and Personnel Administration, bringing expertise in aligning technology with workforce needs.