Monitoring of human resources in the workplace

Globalization, evolution of computer technology and the fast pace of technological advancements have affected every facet of human lives and endeavours. The effects are becoming noticeable in the field of Human Resources Management (HRM). Several researches have shown the centrality and importance of Human Resources (HR) to the success and competitive advantage of any organization, hence the need to ensure the monitoring of activities and safety of this all-important factor of production. HR monitoring has evolved over the years from the traditional methods of attendance register and movement books to real time monitoring using several technologies and techniques. The major challenge has been the inability of a single technique to adequately monitor and provide accurate positioning data due to the changing environments of the workplace. This paper proposes a framework for heterogeneous positioning and monitoring of HR using a hybrid of GPS, RFID, Cameras and Sensors. GPS is used for monitoring and localization in the outdoor environment, RFID is for indoor environment monitoring, cameras are to give visual images of tracked objects while sensors are used for GPS and RFID-denied areas. Data transmission from tracking devices to the database server is carried out by using Long Term Evolution (LTE) network. The research presents an integration of different positioning technologies for the purpose of monitoring the activities of HR and ensuring their availability and safety in the workplace.