WHITE PAPER

Less stress HRIS
Part two: Beyond basecamp

Eight steps to conquer your HRIS implementation

Less stress HRIS part two - Eight steps for your HRIS implementation

Less stress HRIS Part two: Beyond basecamp. Eight steps to conquer your HRIS implementation

Get it right: Implementing your HRIS

In part one of our Less Stress HRIS series, we outlined the foundational elements needed to embark upon an HRIS (Human Resources Information System) implementation. Once you have built a robust value case, secured stakeholder buy-in and funding approval, selected software vendor and SI partners, mobilised the hybrid programme team and agreed your change approach, you are ready to tackle the next phase – implementation!

Less stress part two - the road to the Cloud - start packing

Why go to the Cloud?

There are many benefits for a business to move to the Cloud and that’s what we outlined in our first whitepaper (which you can access here). As a reminder we’ve listed below a quick visual of some of the benefits:

What’s inside – and why it matters:

Much like any climb, getting to basecamp sets up your fundamentals, but moving to the implementation phase is also part of the journey that requires careful planning and execution. This paper explores eight essential areas for setting up your HRIS for long-term success – we are aiming to get you beyond basecamp and up the mountain so you can celebrate your success!

Lay the right foundations: Learn how solid governance and change management can prevent confusion, delays, and resistance to change.

Design with balance: Discover how to align employee experience, efficiency, and business outcomes—without overcomplicating your solution.

Get your data right: Avoid disruptions by tackling data quality, migration, and integrity early.

Plan for real impact: Understand how to build analytics and reporting into your programme for lasting business value.

Simplify the complex: Navigate integrations and technical dependencies with clarity and foresight.

Test for success: See how robust testing and QA practices can save time, money, and rework.

Set up for the future: Explore how the right operating model can help you scale, adapt, and achieve strategic goals post-implementation.

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Authors and contributors

Sian Beacham

Client Executive Director

Sian is an Executive Director at LACE Partners, specialising in HR transformation and global programme delivery, with over 25 years of experience at Accenture, IBM, and major global organisations.

Less stress HRISPart two: Beyond basecamp