Understanding Common Lookups in Oracle HCM
Human capital management (HCM) is a term that refers to the policies, processes, and systems that organizations implement to manage their employees. Oracle HCM is a cloud-based software solution that helps businesses to automate and manage their HR processes. One of the key features of Oracle HCM is its lookup functionality. This blog post will look at what lookup is, how it works, and some of the most common lookups used in Oracle HCM.
What is Lookup?
Lookup is a feature in Oracle HCM that allows users to search for and view data stored in the system to find information about an employee, such as their contact details or job history, to find information about a specific HR process, such as the status of an open position or the steps in the onboarding process.
How Does Lookup Work?
Lookup works by allowing users to enter search criteria into a search bar. The search bar will then return a list of results that match the criteria entered by the user. The results can be sorted by relevance, date, or alphabetical order.
What are the Most Common Lookups Used in Oracle HCM?
The most common lookups used in Oracle HCM are
• Employee Lookup: This lookup is used to find information about an individual employee, such as their contact details or job history
• Position Lookup: This lookup is used to find information about a specific position, such as the open positions within a department or the steps in the onboarding process
• Organization Lookup: This lookup is used to find information about an organization, such as its structure or hierarchy
• Location Lookup: This lookup is used to find information about a specific location, such as its address or contact information
Conclusion
Lookups are a valuable tool used to find information stored in Oracle HCM. By understanding how lookups work and which are most commonly used, you can maximize your use of this feature and get the most out of your investment in Oracle HCM.
Note: Originally published in https://www.evosysglobal.com/blog/common-lookups-in-oracle-hcm
