A great article by the President of Oracle regarding the value HR can deliver if they have the right tools.  A good read even if you are not in the market for integrated HR Management System software.  Here is the link: http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20131024132948-178173598-how-ceos-can-transform-hr-into-a-revenue-driver?trk=tod-home-art-list-small_2