Why SME’s need HR on Cloud - Adrenalin

CHENNAI, India - Nov. 25, 2013 - PRLog -- As technology keeps evolving every day, going the cloud way has become the way to go for all companies big and small. Though there has been a high adoption rate amongst bigger companies, the SME sector to whom the benefits are even greater have seen less adoption rates. Mr. Ganesh Balaji, CEO and Managing director of Adrenalin eSystems Limited, tells us more about Cloud HR and its advantages to SMEs, its myths and why SMEs are hesitant to adopt the technology.

Q. What are the myths surrounding HR on Cloud?

A. Some of the major concerns companies not just SMEs have are-

1. Is my data secure?

2. Is there a flexibility of software, in terms of upgrades etc.

3. Are there any hidden costs, which will come up later?

The answers to these questions are simple. Most data centres are very secure and have their own standards for data security. Every cloud provider gives information about how to transfer data, whenever required. Cloud Software does not mean that it necessarily need to be “one size fits all”, you can have the flexibility to meet specific business needs. Upgrades keep happening and users will have the choice of when to take them on. And in terms of hidden costs if the company asks the right questions in the beginning, these are mostly unfounded. Overall these are more a mindset than anything else.

Q. What are the advantages of HR on Cloud to a SME?

A. SME’s are aspirational in nature and they want to grow bigger and they need to have the strong support of Technology to streamline their process. Having a centralized single data point of all employees will always help a growing company. With HR on Cloud (http://www.adrenalinoncloud.com/), there are no capital costs and investments in hardware. A separate IT team is not required to manage the setup, since the cloud environment will be maintained by the service & application provider; the application support is also simpler. Upgrades to a newer version are easy since the application provider takes care of it. This also means there is less downtime for the company, since the transition takes place seamlessly. The applications are very user friendly. It’s almost as easy as using a smart phone, where you don’t even read the manual to start.You can get started almost immediately

Q. Why SMEs are skeptical about HR on cloud?

A. The fear is that any investment in technology is time-consuming, costly and companies are not sure if it will suit their needs. However, in cloud HR these problems are addressed. The cost is low, since it is based on usage and companies can even opt to try it for a few months. The exit rate is zero, unlike on premises programs where investments on hardware and software are sunk. If it fails, then the investment is lost. In cloud these problems do not exist. Companies that adopt applications on cloud will get faster business benefits.

Q. How does HR compliance help SME’s to grow their business?

A. These statutory compliances take too much of administrative time. Technology helps to meet these compliances faster. Businesses can spend productive time performing core activities. The compliances need to be maintained in a particular format that is possible with On Cloud tools. Also, the applications make sure the companies follow the compliances need with timely reminders etc.

Q. Smaller businesses where one person has multiple roles to play are said to benefit from cloud HR. How?

A. A small operation spread across multiple locations, without a dedicated application to handle its HR will be a problem. So if an employee in one location wants to apply for leave through a centralized system, this will be easy. Since the system will send the request to the necessary person. It will connect people who are geographically dispersed through a common system.The additional cost per employee towards this application will not even be more than a cup of coffee. The advantages are empowered workforce, transparency of policies; people are productive since they have time outside administrative hassles.

Q. What measures can be taken to bring SMEs to use cloud HR?

A. Education, nothing else. The fear of the unknown (technology) needs to be removed. Leaders should take the initiative to adopt. There are trial accounts offered by most providers, so that users can see if it fits their requirements. (The software can be used for various verticals since the provider will customize it based on organizational requirements.) The exit policy offered by many vendors are so attractive that the SME’s don’t have to worry about getting stuck with one vendor for lifelong if it does not fit their requirements.

About Adrenalin eSystems Limited

Adrenalin systems Limited are the creators of India's most Popular Human Resource Software:Adrenalin. The product empowers people to multiply their performance dramatically through a web-based software product. Adrenalin transforms people and working, departments and mind-sets, productivity and profits. Business leaders can now seamlessly align human resources with business results. Enter a fast and simple world of intelligent working with real-time information sharing. Get transformed, now. For more information on Adrenalin eSystems Limited. and Adrenalin- HR Software, click on: http://www.myadrenalin.com