Kiosks streamline HR info

Access to HR information can now be gained 24/7 by workers with the Calgary Health Region. The information is being delivered via automated self-service kiosks developed by systems integrator IBM Canada, reports Inter Gov World.

The Web-based kiosk network, integrated with Calgary Health's portal, also enables the health region's workers to create select changes to their files without going through the lengthy process of contacting the HR department.

The new kiosk system will provide easier, faster access to information and the ability to update it when and where it is needed, according to Barry Burk, IBM's healthcare technology GM.

Well-known retailer, roaster and maker of specialty brand coffee, Starbucks, has signed a multi-year contract with Convergys Corporation for its HR business process services, reports TMC Net.

"The goal of the partnership is to help Starbucks build a single global platform for HR services to support Starbucks' rapid global expansion," a news release states.

The contract includes serving the coffee company's 'partners' (employees) in the US and Canada with a "fine blend" of HR administration and payroll services, as well as benefits services for 'partners' in Canada.

Australian payroll solutions provider, ADP, has won a three year contract with Windermere Child and Family Services, reports Computer World.

The outsourcer will provide Windermere with a PayForce payroll and HR solution

Windermere aims to focus on its core business of providing services to disadvantaged families and children at risk. "A managed payroll service will allow Windermere to improve its human resource capabilities, while at the same time, ensure cost and risk management," says ADP managing director, Carey Mason.