With the start of summer only a month away, perhaps it is time to introduce “Summer Cleaning.” While Spring Cleaning is famous for the reorganization of the house, Summer Cleaning is meant to “declutter” and organize the office space, particularly through removing antiquated computer systems and software. Obviously, this needs to be done with great care for both the environment (computers need to be taken to recycling centers or donated to local libraries) and the security of the company (failing to properly clear all of the data on an HR computer can be fatal). What happens after saying goodbye to old computers and old software? Say hello to new software. HRIS systems can either be in-house or cloud based and both are advantageous (for a discussion on the differences between hosted versus non-hosted solutions, read Human Resource Information Systems: In-House Solutions vs. SaaS). For example, a cloud-based or hosted solution involves the use of an involved third party vendor. They are able to provide superior hardware, software, and technical expertise necessary to properly utilize the software systems. Human Resource Information Systems, specifically hosted HRIS solutions, provide adaptability, security, and affordability as the article The Joys of Taking out the Trash details.
