 | It is commonplace today to think of Payroll and HR systems as one integrated system
versus two. We all know how closely HR, Payroll and Benefits are from a system
perspective. |
| More and more we see companies looking to ERP systems for their overall needs not just
HR and payroll. |
| We want to leverage the strengths of the two groups. Each has their own high level of
skill and knowledge that will compliment the other group |
| Many APA members have responsibilities beyond the Payroll into HRIS, Benefits, etc. |
| IHRIM also has extensive experience in
coordinating large conferences. |
| Partnership with the IHRIM greatly increases the level participation which allows us to
offer more speakers and a greater number of workshops with more variety for everyone to
attend. |
| More sessions will be offered with expanded interest (up to 5 options per time slot -
versus 4 options per time slot) |
| More networking opportunities |
| More vendors and consultants offering you a variety or products and services, |
| Key note national speakers each day |
| Opening session on the first day features Al Walker, a well known national motivational
peaker throughout North America. His bio reads, "Al is a big man with a big
message." Stay tuned for further details on Al and his topic. |
| Another keynote speaker for the second day. Details are being finalized for this
program. |
| Robert Half to sponsor an early evening social event offered at the end of the first
day. |
| Sessions to include topics on:
 | Future of HRMS |
| Countdown to Y2K |
| Employee VS Independent Contractor |
| Automated Employee Verifications |
| Security Issues for Employee Self-service |
| Role of HRIS with Employee Self-Service |
| Employment Law Update |
| Measuring the ROI on your ERP System and how to transfer
this experience and knowledge to the next Company Initiative |
| Moving towards Paperless Payroll Processing |
| Internal Audit Procedures |
| State Wage and Hour Laws Update |
| Customer Service for the Payroll Professional |
| Project Management for Implementing a new system |
| Preparing for the CPP Exam |
| and many more |
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Every year our chapter holds an annual two
day conference. This year our conference promises to be better than ever! Not only will we
be offering outstanding educational opportunities but will be extending the vendor fair to
a whole day on Thursday. This year the Northstar Board is extremely excited to be
partnering with the Twin Cities Chapter of The 
