Non-Functional Requirements
The HRMS system is designed to meet stringent non-functional requirements, ensuring scalability, performance, reliability, security, and maintainability.
1. Scalability
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- Support a large number of concurrent users.
- Horizontal scalability for all system components.
- Auto-scaling capabilities based on load.
- Database sharding support for large datasets.
- Caching mechanism for frequently accessed data.
- Support for microservices architecture.
2. Performance
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- Faster page load time.
- Faster API response time.
- Support for bulk operations (imports/exports).
- Efficient handling of large data sets.
- Real-time data synchronization across services.
3. Availability & Reliability
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- 99.9% system availability.
- Disaster recovery with minimal downtime.
- Automated backup systems.
- Fault tolerance and failover capabilities.
- Data replication across multiple regions.
4. Security
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- End-to-end encryption for data in transit and at rest.
- Regular security audits and penetration testing.
- Compliance with GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant regulations.
- Regular vulnerability assessments.
- Secure API gateway with rate-limiting.
- Data segregation between organizations.
5. Integration & Interoperability
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- RESTful API support with proper documentation.
- Support for common HR data standards.
- Support for various file formats (e.g., JSON, CSV).
6. Usability
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- Responsive design supporting all major devices.
- Internationalization support (i18n).
- Configurable UI themes per organization.
- Accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1).
- Intuitive user interface with minimal training required.
7. Maintainability
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- Comprehensive system documentation.
- Monitoring and alerting system.
- Automated deployment pipeline.
- Version control for all configurations.
- Feature toggles for gradual rollouts.