Understanding SAP SuccessFactors as an HR Representative

SAP SuccessFactors is a human resource management tool that allows businesses to store and manage their data on employees, recruitment, performance, compensation, learning, and development all in one system. As an HR representative, understanding SAP SuccessFactors can help you leverage the system to the best of your ability to streamline hiring and recruiting processes, increase organizational efficiencies, and make informed decisions to keep employees engaged. 

Key Features

The SuccessFactors system is designed to help HR professionals manage and track employee data across the entire organization from the recruiting and hiring process to retirement.

Below we outline some of the key features of SAP SuccessFactors. 

Recruiting Management

SAP SuccessFactors allows you to create job postings, manage candidate applications, and more to keep up with the progress of recruitment and hiring. This feature helps HR representatives save time by automating tasks such as scheduling interviews and sending out job offers. 

Performance Management

With this system, HR representatives can manage employee performance and goals by tracking progress and providing feedback regularly. This feature helps to promote a culture of continuous improvement and encourages employees to develop their skills and competencies. 

Compensation Management

SuccessFactors allows HR representatives to regulate employee compensation by creating uniform salary and bonus plans, managing employee benefits, and more. This feature helps to ensure that employee compensation is fair and equitable. 

Learning and Development

On the learning and development front, HR representatives can not only oversee employee progress but can curate training opportunities or programs as well. This feature helps to ensure that employees are equipped with the skills they need to succeed, and it promotes a sense of learning and growth within the organization. 

Getting Started

To begin the process of integrating SAP SuccessFactors for your human resources management, representatives should take the following steps: 

1. Learn the Terminology.

SAP SuccessFactors has its own terminology, so it is important to learn the terms that are used in the system. Some common terms include “objectives” for performance management, “job requisitions” for recruiting, and “learning assignments” for learning and development. 

2. Get Familiar with the Navigation.

While the system has a user-friendly interface, it may take some time to get acquainted with the navigation. Take some time to explore the system and get comfortable with the different screens and functions. 

3. Set Up Your Profile.

To get the most out of SAP SuccessFactors, you will need to set up your user profile. This includes uploading a headshot, adding your personal information, setting your preferences, and selecting the modules that you will be using. 

4. Customize the System & Train Your Employees.

SuccessFactors can be customized to meet the specific needs of your organization, so organizations should work with their IT department to customize the system to their needs. Once the system is up and running, train your employees in how to use the system effectively and efficiently. 

Taking the Next Steps

At the end of the day, understanding SAP SuccessFactors is essential as it is an invaluable tool for human resources management. By understanding the system and its features, HR representatives can focus on what matters most – their employees. 

If you are interested in implementing SAP SuccessFactors for your HR management, contact our SAP Staffing and Recruiting team for guidance.