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  1. Which HR technology term describes the single platform that combines HRIS, payroll, talent management, and benefits into one unified database?

    Answer: Human Capital Management (HCM) suite

    An HCM suite integrates core HR functions into one system, reducing data silos and manual reconciliation.

  2. Under GDPR, an EU employee requests that their personal data stored in the company's HRIS be deleted. HR must:

    Answer: Evaluate whether a legal obligation requires data retention before deleting

    GDPR's right to erasure is not absolute; HR must balance it against legal retention obligations such as tax or employment law requirements.

  3. Which scheduling technology feature automatically generates work schedules based on employee availability, skills, and labor law constraints?

    Answer: Workforce management (WFM) auto-scheduling

    WFM auto-scheduling algorithms optimize shift assignments by incorporating availability, certifications, and regulatory requirements.

  4. A company wants to identify employees at high risk of voluntary turnover. Which analytics approach is MOST appropriate?

    Answer: Predictive analytics using engagement and tenure data

    Predictive analytics uses historical and behavioral data to forecast future outcomes such as the likelihood of an employee leaving.

  5. Which federal recordkeeping regulation requires employers to retain payroll records for at least three years?

    Answer: Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

    The FLSA requires employers to keep payroll records, including hours worked and wages paid, for a minimum of three years.

  6. During an HRIS implementation, a parallel run strategy means:

    Answer: Running the old and new system simultaneously to validate data accuracy

    A parallel run validates the new system by comparing its outputs to the legacy system before fully decommissioning the old one.

  7. Which HR technology term refers to software that aggregates data from multiple HR systems to provide a unified analytics dashboard?

    Answer: People analytics platform

    People analytics platforms consolidate workforce data from disparate sources to deliver integrated reporting and insights.