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E-Human Resource Management 6. This book is presented in four sections — the first intended to be more general in nature, the following three devoted to specific aspects of the HRM field in the new information era. Section I, The Cutting-Edge in HRM, presents an overview of how ITCs are modifying general HRM processes and functions. This is the aim of the first three contributions. | Integrating Handheld Computer Technology 31 ChapterII Integrating Handheld Computer Technology into HR Research and Practice Scott A. Davies Hogan Assessment Systems USA Robert F. Calderón Caliber Associates Inc. USA Abstract Current theory applications and future opportunities for the utilization ofhandheld computer technology in HR research andpractice are presented in this chapter. Empirical research findings on the use of handheld computers for passive collection of workplace data and as a platform for electronic diaries are presented. Potential applications of handheld computers for HR practice are also presented. Finally current issues and opportunities concerning integration of handheld computer technology into HR research and practice are discussed. Copyright 2005 Idea Group Inc. Copying or distributing in print or electronic forms without written permission of Idea Group Inc. is prohibited. 32 Davies Calderón Introduction The integration of handheld computer technology with human resource HR research and application is an area that has not received a great deal of attention from HR researchers or practitioners. However as the efficiencies and economies associated with handheld computers have continued to increase over the past five years with meaningful advancements in hardware . 400 MHz processor speeds transflective color screens storage . 1GB memory cards software . MS Pocket PC 2003 and wireless connectivity options . Bluetooth Wi-Fi Sprint PCS 153 Kbps service their utility to human resource research and practice is greater than ever. Based on our research we believe that full utilization of handheld computers in HR will be most fully realized through the collaborative efforts of HR researchers practitioners and IT specialists. In this chapter we bring together empirical research and practical knowledge on the integration of handheld computer technology with strategic human resource planning management and research theory into a working .