Beacon HR
Beacon HR pulls a wealth of human resources information from different sources into a common interface that offers projection and forecasting modules. Information added to the HR module allows users to access personnel service planning data that is not easily found in official records.
Beacon HR gives users the tools to plan for personnel actions including:
Employee Tracking & Workforce Planning
- Centralizes key employee data for FTE/Fellow/Contractors/Guests/Volunteers, into a unified view
- Aggregates data from multiple federal systems for a comprehensive ERP platform
- Supports strategic workforce planning with tools to analyze staffing levels, slot availability, and future needs
FTE & Cost Planning
- Enables accurate headcount and budget forecasting across departments, cost centers, or fiscal years
- NHGRI saw payroll projections improve to 99.5% accuracy in 2025
- Provides real-time insight into current and projected FTEs, payroll costs, and benefit changes
Slot Management
- Tracks slot assignments and availability by year, program, and individual
- Integrates seamlessly with payroll projections to optimize slot use and plan for recruitment costs
- Historical Trend Analysis & Dashboard Reporting
- Visualizes trends in staffing, cost, and slot utilization over time
- Interactive dashboards and reports support data-driven decisions at every level
Reporting & Alerts
- Access pre-built and ad hoc reports for responding to data calls faster
- Ticklers and automated alerts flag upcoming WIGIs, NTE dates, badge expiration dates, and other key actions