Human resource management using open source software

When those of us who write about Linux and free software write about how to replace Windows and its applications, We always focus on the same ten programs; word processing, photo editing, drawing, multimedia browsing and we don't go beyond there.

But, there are many more uses of computing than a home user may want, and all those professional users could benefit from the advantages of free software. That is why today we are going to talk about a very useful type of program in organizations. Applications for human resources management.

The quarantine caused by the pandemic accelerated the changes that were already taking place in work modalities and in labor relations. Even those companies that did not see the need for a computerized human resource management system will be forced to adopt it.

Since since A human resource management program does not work if there is no human resource management plan in place that is tailored to the organization's needs. By this we mean the adoption of a set of strategic actions and initiatives that serve to use them effectively to ensure that we get, retain and adequately compensate staff.

Human resource management. Why use specific software

A human resource management software includes the set of applications that help to optimize, streamline and manage all operations related to the workforce. Among other things, it deals with managing employee time, measuring productivity, calculating payroll, and awarding benefits.

Human resource management software helps solve critical workforce management problems by creating a data-driven action plan. This allows organizations to make smarter and faster decisions, allowing them to anticipate future needs.

Talent forecast

The talent forecast is the process of anticipating upcoming changes in the demand and supply of talent. Thanks to the use of human resource management programs, it is possible to:

• Estimation of variations in the growth, production and income of the organization.
• Calculate how these variations will influence the demand for personnel.
• Determine the need for staff layoffs and relocations.
• Forecast the internal and external availability of the trained personnel required to meet the forecasts.

Other benefits of human resource management programs

Costs reduction

Thanks to these types of programs, time and pay calculations for employees can be done digitally. This saves time and eliminates errors. It also makes it possible to schedule work more efficiently and to adjust staffing levels according to conditions. All this results in a reduction in the average cost of labor.

Increased operational efficiency

The use of these types of programs increases the productivity of the workforce of organizations. This is achieved by processing more data faster and assigning the right work, to the right people, with thethe right skills, and at the right time.

Reduction of financial and default risks

With the use of human resource management programs records can be kept with statistical tests. Data can be accessed at any time and reduced financial and default risks. It ensures full compliance with all national and local regulations automatically and, in most cases, instantly.

Accurate payroll calculation

In some countries Payroll means including different types of discounts and compensation. Doing it manually can be tedious, error prone, ineffective and time consuming.. Being able to do it automatically ensures the accuracy and authenticity of the results. To this is added that the program includes the function of maintaining the attendance record of each employee and then uses that data to calculate the payroll with more precision.

Employee work progress log

Human resource management software It allows to generate complete reports of the progress of the work of each employee. In many cases it allows them to track their progress and helps them complete projects on time.

In future articles we will review some options for open source human resource management programs available.