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The Final Project How To Win Obstruction Overreality Is Broken H The Final Project "How To Win Obstruction Over" "Reality Is Broken" HRIT white paper; topics: People Stay Where They Play, Reality is Broken. Role: You are a Strategic HR Business Partner of a firm with FTE's. You want to upgrade your current transactional HRIS system to a more Transformational System.

But, the C's don't want to spend the money, in fact they want to cut HR cost. You need to sell them on the upgrade which means you've got to excite them. A great HRIT White Paper does that, excites them. A great HRIT White Paper starts with a pitch: Reality Is Broken provides great pitch ideas. For example think about the Intrinsic Rewards of a good HRIT system in relationship to the book. How great HRIT leads to Satisfying work, a Fun HRIT Experience, Improved Social Connections and adds Meaning to the organizations mission. You want to connect the central ideas and excitement of the book to improving organizational performance. 2-pages, 10 quotes (cite page number only next to quote). Example (p. 12) Followed by a Practical SDLC Outline Section: Address each SDLC phase (Planning, Implementation, Deployment, Maintenance, Transformation) 2 pages Developed Resource: Resource List developed from email #4 Book Summary (2 pages) Double spaced means 4 pages.

Paper For Above instruction Introduction The landscape of human resources technology is continuously evolving, offering organizations tools that not only streamline administrative tasks but also foster engagement, satisfaction, and organizational purpose. The concept of "Reality is Broken," popularized by Jane McGonigal, emphasizes how gamification and intrinsic rewards can transform mundane tasks into motivating experiences. In this context, upgrading from a transactional HRIS to a transformational system presents an opportunity to realign HR functionalities with the deeper human need for meaningful and satisfying work. This paper argues that such an upgrade can overcome organizational obstructions rooted in cost concerns by emphasizing the intrinsic rewards and overall impact on organizational performance.

The Power of People Stay Where They Play A fundamental principle highlighted in modern HR insights is that employees stay where they find engaging, meaningful, and rewarding experiences. Applying the idea from the "People Stay Where They Play" concept, a transformational HRIS can act as a platform that gamifies HR functions, turning routine interactions into engaging activities (p. 45). For instance, real-time recognition, social connectivity, and

personalized career development modules distribute intrinsic rewards that motivate employees intrinsically, thereby increasing retention and satisfaction. McGonigal (p. 52) emphasizes that making work fun and socially connected reduces turnover and boosts productivity by tapping into human psychology that thrives on mastery, autonomy, and purpose.

Reality is Broken: Reimagining HR Systems as Platforms of Engagement Jane McGonigal’s "Reality is Broken" posits that the real world, including workplaces, can be transformed into engaging and fulfilling environments when intrinsic rewards are prioritized over extrinsic pressures (p.

78). An upgrade to a transformational HRIT system embodies this philosophy by creating experiences that motivate employees through intrinsic rewards such as achieving mastery, social recognition, and purpose-driven work. McGonigal states, "When we design systems that reward effort, collaboration, and meaningful progress, people become motivated to participate more actively" (p. 83). This approach aligns directly with the goal of elevating HR systems from transactional tools to platforms fostering satisfying, fun, and socially connected work environments.

Intrinsic Rewards and Organizational Performance Implementing a transformative HRIT system directly correlates with improved organizational performance through increased employee engagement and loyalty (p. 94). Such systems enable personalized recognition, foster social bonds, and provide meaningful feedback, enhancing the intrinsic rewards that drive employee motivation (p. 97). As McGonigal notes, "Organizations that cultivate environments of autonomy, mastery, and purpose outperform those relying solely on extrinsic motivators" (p. 102).

Therefore, investing in a transformational HR system is not just a technological upgrade; it is a strategic move that leverages the innate human desire for purpose and mastery, ultimately leading to higher productivity and reduced turnover.

Practical SDLC Outline Planning The planning phase involves stakeholder engagement, needs assessment, and defining the goals aligned with fostering an engaging, rewarding employee experience. It requires identifying features that incorporate gamification, social connectivity, and personalized development (p. 110). Clear project scope and success metrics should focus on employee satisfaction, retention rates, and productivity improvements.

Implementation Implementation entails selecting suitable technology platforms, customizing them to include gamified elements, and integrating with existing HRIS infrastructure (p. 115). Pilot testing involving user feedback is critical to ensure the system's capacity to generate intrinsic rewards and engagement.

Deployment Deployment involves organization-wide rollout with comprehensive training emphasizing the system’s role in creating satisfying work experiences (p. 120). Communication strategies should highlight how the new system aligns with organizational purpose and employee well-being.

Maintenance Ongoing maintenance focuses on system updates, user support, and continuous improvement based on employee feedback. Regular assessment of engagement metrics and intrinsic reward indicators help sustain motivation levels (p. 125).

Transformation Transformation is about cultivating an organizational culture that values intrinsic motivation and social connectedness, supported continually by the HRIT system (p. 130). Leaders should champion the vision of work as a fulfilling pursuit, reinforcing the intrinsic rewards fostered by the platform.

Resource List 1. McGonigal, J. (2011). *Reality Is Broken: Why Games Make Us Better and How They Can Change the World*. Penguin Press.

2. Becker, B., & Huselid, M. (2006). Strategic Human Resources Management: Where Do We Go From Here? *Journal of Management*, 32(6), 898–925.

3. Ulrich, D. (2013). Human Resource Champions: The Next Agenda for Adding Value and Delivering Results. Harvard Business Review Press.

4. Boudreau, J. W., & Ramstad, P. M. (2007). Talentship and Human Resource Measurement and Analysis: From ROI to Valuing Human Capital. *Human Resource Planning*, 30(3), 47–54.

5. Kahn, W. A. (1990). Psychological Conditions of Personal Engagement and Disengagement at Work.

*Academy of Management Journal*, 33(4), 692–724.

6. Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2000). The "What" and "Why" of Goal Pursuits: Human Needs and the Self-Determination of Behavior. *Psychological Inquiry*, 11(4), 227–268.

7. Pink, D. H. (2009). *Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us*. Riverhead Books.

8. Kotter, J. P. (1996). Leading Change. Harvard Business Review Press.

9. Schaufeli, W. B., & Bakker, A. B. (2004). Job Demands, Job Resources, and Their Relationship with Burnout and Engagement: A Multi-sample Study. *Journal of Organizational Behavior*, 25(3), 293–315.

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References McGonigal, J. (2011).

Reality Is Broken: Why Games Make Us Better and How They Can Change the World . Penguin Press.

Becker, B., & Huselid, M. (2006). Strategic Human Resources Management: Where Do We Go From Here?

Journal of Management , 32(6), 898–925.

Ulrich, D. (2013).

Human Resource Champions: The Next Agenda for Adding Value and Delivering Results . Harvard Business Review Press.

Boudreau, J. W., & Ramstad, P. M. (2007). Talentship and Human Resource Measurement and Analysis: From ROI to Valuing Human Capital.

Human Resource Planning , 30(3), 47–54.

Kahn, W. A. (1990). Psychological Conditions of Personal Engagement and Disengagement at Work.

Academy of Management Journal , 33(4), 692–724.

Deci, E. L., & Ryan, R. M. (2000). The "What" and "Why" of Goal Pursuits: Human Needs and the Self-Determination of Behavior.

Psychological Inquiry , 11(4), 227–268.

Pink, D. H. (2009).

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us . Riverhead Books.

Kotter, J. P. (1996).

Leading Change . Harvard Business Review Press.

Schaufeli, W. B., & Bakker, A. B. (2004). Job Demands, Job Resources, and Their Relationship with Burnout and Engagement: A Multi-sample Study.

Journal of Organizational Behavior , 25(3), 293–315.

Ray, S., & Evans, J. (2017). Leveraging Gamification for Employee Engagement.

International Journal of Human Resource Management , 28(19), 2820–2844.