Graphical User Interface [GUI]

An interface[2] through which a user[3] interacts with electronic devices such as computers, hand-held devices and other appliances. This interface uses icons, menus and other visual indicator (graphics) representations to display information[1] and related user controls, unlike text-based interfaces, where data[4] and commands are in text.

Defined Terms
1. information.

The by-product of having data in an HR System. Data is gathered and reviewed providing information for decision making.

2. interface.

A program used to provide an automated link between the HRMS and other programs or third party entities that require use of the data for various processes (general ledger interface, payroll system interface, medical insurance, 401k administration, etc.). Internal interfaces connect systems and entities within the company (departments, buildings, plants, other functional systems). External Interfaces connect the system with outside entities (banks, health care providers, vendors, customers). A description of what a component does to communicate with another component using an established communication mechanism. The details are usually published externally so that developers know what is needed in order to achieve a connection.

3. user.

Any person who uses the business application whether they input data, view information, create or receive reports.

4. data.

Numbers, characters, or images in a form which can be assessed by a human or (especially) input into a computer, stored and processed.

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