HR 21 Launched To Boost Human Resources Management
By Za'im Zaini and Huraizah Ahmad

Bandar Seri Begawan - The HR 21 of the Ministry of Development was launched yesterday at the Dewan Bertabur at the ministry's building. The guest of honour who launched the HR 21 was the Minister of Development, Pehin Orang Kaya Hamzah Pahlawan Dato Seri Setia Awang Hj Abdullah.

In his welcoming remarks, the co-chairman of the event, Awang Haji Mohd Rozan bin Dato Paduka Hj Mohd Yunos, Permanent Secretary (Administration & Finance) of the Ministry of Development, said "the HR 21 system is dynamic where its usage can be widened according to current needs and developments".

The HR 21 is a system designed and developed in-house through the combination of ICT and elements and methods as well as approaches that are required in the 21st century to ensure that human resources are an important factor in the success and strength of an organisation.

The strength of HR 21 is that the system is agile with the ability to deliver data within a variety of scope in tandem with the e-government initiatives.

The system is a cross platform database application known for its combination of power and ease of use. It is a dynamic platform with the flexibility to evolve with time, environment and requirement. Its features include a powerful search engine; efficiency in managing data; high capability of maintaining data integrity; hi-tech data security and user friendly. It is a corridor for easy access to information and provides top level information.

Administratively, the system is highly capable in role mapping. The modules of HR 21 cover Human Resources Management that include employee profile, Manpower Analysis and Established Posts Budget; Human Resources Development which include training and development; and Human Resources Planning that include recruitment and selection, turnover analysis, career progression analysis and succession planning analysis.

After receiving the password for HR 21 system, the Minister of Development tried the HR 21 system by going online. He also viewed an exhibition on the new system.

The HR 21 was implemented to overcome the mismatch of human resources, where skills and duties assigned do not match, as well as the lack of analysis or data that can be obtained in a short period to make decisions.

In his speech, the Minister of Development said, "Whether we want it or not, we have to face the reality where there is an increase in bargaining power and choices for clients which pose a greater challenge to the Ministry of Development."

He spoke of issues pertaining to skills such as work management, decision-making, human resource management, communication skill and leadership. Thus focus should be given to developing these skills. "Our main challenge is how to develop the skills which are suitable to the needs of an organisation or individual."

"I believe if this challenge can be overcome, the Ministry of Development can become an 'organisation of first choice', where the ministry will become the main choice in implementing the nation's physical development."

The minister also reminded personnel of the Ministry of Development of its core values which include trustworthiness, competence. resilience, being knowledgeable, creative and innovative, integrity, patient and courteous, productive and competitive, as well as leadership, teamwork, and being committed and hardworking, prudent, caring and loyal.

"The approach of thinking outside the box needs to be used more frequently, and not be tied down to beliefs and knowledge. We need to have the ability to see any problems from new perspectives, free from all preconceptions that we possess. In a phrase, we have to always ask ourselves: Can we do this better, quicker and more effectively," the minister said. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin

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