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About Mike Maiorino

Mike Maiorino is the Founder and CEO of HRMS Solutions. His 30 years of dedication to?the HR/ Payroll technology profession, with a proven track record of results and recognition, has earned him a reputation for being a subject matter expert regarding HCM Solutions. Mike has served in a number of sales and managerial positions for leading providers of HR and Payroll solutions, including ADP, Sage Software, Kronos and Infor (fka SSA Global / Infinium). He is a member of the BAHRA Chapter (Boulder Area Human Resource Association) and completed his certification as a PHR (Professional in Human Resources) in December, 2002. Mike was also recognized in Biltmore Who's Who in 2007 as one of Washington, DC's most distinguished members.

December 13, 2023

Types of HR Systems: HRIS vs. HRMS vs. HCM

Table of Contents HRIS (Human Resource Information System) HRMS (Human Resource Management System) HCM (Human Capital Management) Cost Considerations Among Types of HR Systems Operational HR Strategic HR Tactical HR Comprehensive HR Limited-Function HR Among Organizational Size Among HR System Functional Needs Compliance and Security Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly Connecting HR Systems with Your Business Software […]

July 20, 2023

The Value of Being an Exclusive HCM Implementation Partner vs. Supporting Multiple Platforms

How the Master of One Elevates the Client Experience For thirteen years, our company believed that supporting multiple HCM platforms was the best approach to provide value to our clients. However, the challenges of dividing our time and attention among several vendors made us realize the immense value of being an exclusive HCM partner. In […]

December 9, 2022

Measure Twice, Cut Once: Benefits of a Thorough Approach in HCM Implementation

Bonnie Tinder, CEO & Founder of Raven Intelligence, is joined by Mike Maiorino, Founder & CEO and Ben Munoz, Chief Services Officer of HRMS Solutions, as they discuss the benefits of a thorough approach in HCM implementations.      View Full Webcast Recording   The Allure of Rapid Implementations Close to half of Enterprise Software implementations fail […]

April 21, 2022

HRIS & Payroll Pricing Subscription Models – the Difference Between PEPM and PEPP

Which cloud pricing model is right for you and your organization? As you evaluate HRIS and payroll vendors, you may not be aware that most vendors utilize one of two primary pricing models. I’m not referring to the differences of cloud vs. on-premise models, but the difference between the PEPM (per employee per month) vs. […]

April 20, 2022

HRIS Buyers Beware: The 4 Pitfalls of Teaser HRIS Implementation Services

Quick Time Fame. Low Cost. What Are You missing? Commonly used by cloud providers, teaser HRIS implementation services are designed to be completed quickly for a relatively low fee. But at what cost? Not so long ago, I wrote a blog warning HRIS buyers of the red flags to consider when evaluating a vendor and […]

April 15, 2022

How do you want your HCM Implementation? Good, Fast or Cheap?

Understanding the Importance of Knowing the HCM Implementation Approach of Your Service Provider The first time I saw the phrase “Good, Fast or Cheap” I was at a restaurant in Washington, D.C. The phrase was hanging on the wall, framed, visible for all to read. At the time, I didn’t relate the phrase to what […]

April 30, 2021

10 Recommendations to Prepare for Your HCM Implementation

The time has come. Be proactive, be flexible and be prepared.   You’ve spent months, potentially years, researching, evaluating and choosing the right HCM system for your organization. Your firm eventually approved the investment in this new human resource management system, and at the end of the day, you are ultimately responsible for either the […]

September 30, 2020

Client-Side Implementation Services and the Impact on Buyer’s Remorse

Looking to make a change from your HCM provider because of poor service?     We recently read a study published by Kelton Global that nearly 8 in 10 (77%) HR decision makers say they regret their choice of their HCM provider. This is a staggering number considering the level of effort it takes to […]

August 3, 2020

Top Reasons Businesses Leave Their PEO

Is the convenience of paying your PEO really worth it? If your business is using a PEO (Professional Employer Organization) or if your organization has ever considered using a PEO, take 8 minutes and read this blog. This blog is not intended to go into the details of a PEO, the services they provide to […]

May 26, 2020

Best Practices for Conducting HR Software Reference Checks

recommended Questions to Ask HR Software References   Part of the due diligence process for selecting a Human Capital Management (HCM) system should involve checking vendor references. Yes, we know the HR Software vendors are only going to provide you with happy references and it seems like just a formality, but this is a real opportunity […]

August 13, 2019

Post HCM Demo Follow Up

3 Stages of the HCM Demonstration – Stage 3 of 3 In the previous two stages of the HCM demonstration (HCM demo) we examined planning and preparing for HCM demonstrations and the four primary areas of the HCM evaluation process. This last stage involves what happens after vendor presentations and some general considerations to narrow the […]

April 18, 2019

The HCM Evaluation

3 Stages of the HCM Demonstration – Stage 2 of 3 In the first stage, Planning and Preparing for the Vendor Demonstration, we presented areas for your organization to take into account when embarking upon the HCM demonstration. During this stage the groundwork for productive presentation sessions were established and now you are ready to begin […]

February 28, 2019

Planning and preparing for the HCM Demonstration

3 Stages of the HCM Demonstration – Stage 1 of 3 Many of the suggestions and recommendations listed below could apply to other types of SaaS software besides HCM (Human Capital Management), but this blog series is intended for HR, IT and payroll professional looking to make a change with their HRIS, Payroll, Time and Talent […]

May 30, 2018

The HR and Payroll Software Dilemma of Unified or Best-of-Breed Strategy

A Unified or Best-of-Breed Strategy? You don’t realize it, but it’s highly likely that the next time you begin to evaluate a new vendor for HRIS, Payroll, Time and Talent Management software, you’ll probably run into the dilemma of trying to determine if you should take a unified or best-of-breed strategy. Said in a different […]

May 4, 2017

Key Factors for Successfully Implementing an HRIS?

Looking for recommendations to effectively implement an HRIS?   I have a compiled a list of best practices and key factors for successfully implementing an HRIS that has proven to assist with delivering a positive outcome. Considering the depth, breadth and the varying degree of HR technology solutions* being offered today, this key factors list […]

October 26, 2015

Why A HCM Cloud Implementation Partner Offers Greater Value

You and the HR team are through the better part of the sales cycle evaluating several Human Capital Management (HCM) cloud vendors. As the project team narrows down the list of vendors to a single HCM system and the provider that offers the right strategic value, investment costs and justification to convince the executive committee […]

September 23, 2015

Talent Management vs Human Capital Management – What’s the Better Strategy?

I recently read a blog posted by one of my associates regarding the strategy of a standalone talent management solution or holistic HRIS/HCM. There seems to be some very strong opinions about the fundamental differences between Talent Management vs Human Capital Management (HCM). While there is certainly no simple answer nor any type of downloadable […]

May 14, 2015

How do you justify an investment when HRIS ROI is not quantifiable?

It’s Monday, and you’re in a HR team meeting discussing strategy for the next 12 months. Your VP announces that the executive committee believes now is the right time to begin searching for a new HRIS system because of projected growth and potential acquisition(s) planned. To your surprise, your VP just designated you as the […]

April 28, 2015

Salesforce for HR and the Impact to the HR Community

Salesforce for HR is a set of Human Resource tools designed to improve employee engagement and retention. Recently Salesforce introduced Salesforce for HR – the Employee Success Platform. By taking advantage of the powerful Salesforce1 platform organizations like Virgin America and Coca-Cola are transforming employee engagement with mobile tools, communities and analytics. For most people […]

July 23, 2014

What is the #1 HRIS Feature Driving More Investments in HR Technology? You might be shocked.

What is the #1 feature that compels HR professionals to propose new investments for HRIS Software in the SMB (small and medium business) market? Over the last 12 months, I have been surprised by a particular feature within a HRIS system that is, or should I say continues, driving HR Professionals to advo­­­­­­­­­­­­cate to their […]

May 28, 2014

Why Electric Cooperatives Should Care About HR Technology

Why are so many Electric Cooperatives investing in HR Technology and a Human Resource Information System (HRIS)? Electric Cooperatives (Co-Ops) are faced with a unique challenge of having to manage multiple offices and field employees that operate hours away from “the office”. There is also no doubt that Electric Co-Ops face a mountain of regulatory compliance and […]

May 19, 2014

Effectively Selecting HRIS and Talent Management Vendors

No one wants to replace a solution after only a few years, so selecting the right vendor is critical to building a solid foundation to help drive your organization forward and tackle new challenges in the future. Often we see a lack of a balanced approach to selecting a talent management solution and this is […]

February 24, 2014

Cloud vs On-Premise

As technology advances and Cloud based vendors’ become mature, we’re often asked about Cloud vs On-Premise delivery models by prospective companies looking to invest in HR, Payroll and/or Talent Management solutions. Companies look to us for our expertise to help them understand the significance of these delivery models and help determine which one is better […]

September 5, 2013

The HRIS Dream – The Next Big Thing

THE HRIS DREAM: THE NEXT BIG THING Ahhhh, “The HRIS Dream” They say dreams don’t come cheap, or that they don’t come true. Yet everyone still wants them. Does “The HRIS Dream” even exist? I’m not talking about the 90’s Dream when Larry Ellison (Oracle) and Dave Duffield (PeopleSoft) were pitching ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) […]

June 14, 2013

Buyers Beware: The Commoditization of Professional Services

As the adoption of cloud HRIS systems accelerates from early adopters to becoming the norm, the way HR technology vendors package and propose implementation services is being commoditized and/or diluted to help win new business. The actual implementation delivery versus what you viewed during the sales demonstration(s) may not be possible with the low services […]