Five myths of the application of cloud computing

Lack of security, functional shortage and high costs are some of the false perceptions associated with the use of cloud technology in the area of human resources.

In the field of human resources, cloud computing has become the best ally because they allow the most innovative technology available to face the new challenges they face. However, at the time of its adoption, certain myths arise that do not correspond to reality.

Thus, Meta4, a world leader in solutions for the management and development of human capital, clarifies those doubts regarding the use of "strategic technology that increases productivity and improves services", as the European Council called it.

1. Lack of security A human resources solution in the cloud is just as safe as an in-house solution. The provider must guarantee compliance with all security and legislation protocols through service level agreements, conduct independent periodic audits and ensure compliance with standards and certifications.

2. Low quality of service The level of demand that a human resources department may require a cloud solution due to its greater autonomy with respect to the IT area of ​​their organizations and their greater speed in the execution of their projects.

3. Low functionality "In a platform hosted in the cloud, there are multiple companies that share a series of common elements of infrastructure, communications and functionality, in this way, companies benefit from the continuous improvements made in the platform and the best market practices.

4. High costs One of the great advantages of cloud solutions is the considerable cost savings associated with them. In contrast to in-house products, the "pay per use" modality of the cloud service allows transforming fixed costs into variables and planning each cost related to the technological infrastructure of the human resources area.

5. Very long projectsThe time involved in the implementation of a cloud solution is much shorter than that required for other types of products and can reach a reduction of up to 60%, even 70%, compared to what was supposed the implementation of an in-house solution.