Business software

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ERP

Terms related to business, including definitions about project management and words and phrases about human resources, finance and vertical industries.

  • What is core HR (core human resources)?

    Core HR (core human resources) is an umbrella term that refers to the essential, mandatory and fundamental tasks and functions of an organization's HR department as it manages the employee lifecycle and develops human capital.

  • What is HRIS (human resources information system)?

    A human resources information system (HRIS) is software that aids organizations in maintaining detailed employee information and managing and automating core human resources (core HR) processes.

  • material requirements planning (MRP)

    Material requirements planning (MRP) is a system for calculating the materials and components needed to manufacture a product.

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HR management

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Marketing and CX

Terms related to business software, including definitions about billing and words and phrases about supply chain, CRM, POS, ERP, accounting, payroll and inventory.

  • What is HRIS (human resources information system)?

    A human resources information system (HRIS) is software that aids organizations in maintaining detailed employee information and managing and automating core human resources (core HR) processes.

  • material requirements planning (MRP)

    Material requirements planning (MRP) is a system for calculating the materials and components needed to manufacture a product.

  • What is SaaS ERP?

    SaaS ERP is a type of cloud-based enterprise resource planning (ERP) software that runs on the vendor's or cloud provider's servers, is sold through subscription and delivered as a service over the internet.

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Microsoft

Definitions for Microsoft Windows, including terms about bugs or patches and words and phrases about Microsoft operating systems.

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Software applications

Definitions related to software applications, including tech terms about software programs for vertical industries and words and phrases about software development, use and management.

  • What is performance management software?

    Performance management software is a tool that enables human resources (HR) teams to measure and track the performance of employees and to implement appropriate programs or strategies to ensure that employee performance is aligned with the organization's business objectives and goals.

  • What is user experience and UX design? Why should you care?

    User experience design, or UX design, is the process of building a product that's user-friendly and provides enhanced user experiences through elements like the user interface (UI), visuals and navigation features.

  • What are virtual agents and how are they being used?

    A virtual agent is an AI-powered software application or service that interacts with humans or other digital systems in a human-like manner, most often using natural language.

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