1. What is Digitalization In HRM (INTRO)

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 The use of data base systems (Cloud technologies), social media, analytical software, and mobile applications to replace the traditional paper-based system, data centralization, and assessing processes and services may be defined as digitalization of Human Resource Management (HRM). Simply put, this term refers to the transition from paper documents to digital screens (Broth, 2020).

 Companies can increase their working efficiency and ease of access to information because of technological advancement. Searching time is much reduced because of this new technical advancement. This technical advancement allows for easy monitoring of staff involvement and activity (Armstrong, 2006).

 Most businesses are still hesitant to adopt this technology advancement, but most prominent businesses are already doing so to make the HRM process more efficient and transparent. The cloud-based system is a critical component of the contemporary industry. Some of the most important tools include cloud-based Human Capital Management (HCM) systems and talent management solutions (Metrices, 2021). Companies that use a digital Human Resource(HR) strategy strive for a cloud-first, mobile-first, data-driven, and collaborative culture in order to deliver business plans and engage people. Also By capturing their day-to-day performance, digital HR solutions are used to manage employees and track their employee lifetime.

           ( Image source - ec.europa.eu, n.d.)

 Furthermore, most firms utilize fingerprint and face identification systems to track employee attendance, and these systems connect to a centralized cloud and properly record the information (Garrett, 2022). Employees benefit from digitization as well since they can access their personal details such as working hours, incentive levels, performance, and wages through Systems Applications and Product (SAP) systems. Employee trust in the organization has grown as a result of this.



References

Armstrong, M. (2006). A handbook of human resource management practice (10th ed). Kogan Page [ Online]. Available at https://books.google.lk. Accessed on 03rd April 2022.

Broth, J. (2020). 5 HR tools for successful business digital transformation [Online]. Available at: https://bigdata-madesimple.com/5-hr-tools-for-successful-business-digital-transformation/. Accessed on 04th April 2022.

Garrett, C. (2022). 42 Best HR Tools & Software To Make Human Resources A Priority in 2022 + 6 Bonus HR Management Platforms [Online]. Available at: https://snacknation.com/blog/hr-tools/. Accessed on 05th April 2022.

ec.europa.eu. (n.d.). Cloud computing used by 42% of enterprises. [online] Available at: https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/web/products-eurostat-news/-/ddn-20211209-2. Accessed on 09th April 2022.

Metrices, h. (2021). 10 HR Digitalization Practices [Online]. Available at: https://healthmetrics.com/m/10-hr-digitalisation-practices-that-you-can-implement-right-away/. Accessed on 06th April 2022.

 

Comments

  1. SudarshanaApril 19, 2022 at 11:57 AM

    What is true about digitalization is the replacement of traditional paper-based systems with to databased centralized system. but the information in the digitalized document can be changed easily. if the traditional paper-based document can not be changed easily. that's why we keep some essential documents as papers. As an example deed.

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    1. Achinda GamageMay 4, 2022 at 1:28 PM

      Agree with you comment. However, those items are now available as scan images under relevant departments (Deed - land registry, Birth certificates , Death Certificates, etc). Under centralization of most govt. department, now people can easily access and obtain soft copies. with that the searching time will be reduced.

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  2. K.DulanjaleeApril 21, 2022 at 8:07 AM

    Given the current state of affairs, this system is essential for the top human resources department of an organization. It is very important to use this information technology to store all the data to minimize time and cost. But the HR sector is an sector where all employee relations must be maintained humanely, so both pros and cons can be seen.

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    1. Achinda GamageMay 4, 2022 at 1:31 PM

      Human touch can not be done via digitalization. Hence some extends can not be exceed by HR departments. Agree with your comment.

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  3. Saugi DissanayakeApril 21, 2022 at 6:58 PM

    Digitizing is a very effective thing can be implemented to cover all approaches within employees and the organization.It is also possible to maximize the productivity of all employees in the organization. Cost and time can be minimized through digitization.
    But this transformation requires a great deal of capital at once, and it is not advisable to remove some traditional methods from an institution at once.
    Ex: Some paper works (deeds, Vehicle Book, Passport, Id Cards etc..)

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    1. Achinda GamageMay 4, 2022 at 1:36 PM

      True, Most of developing countries are unable to shift all these paper works in to digital platform since the availability of facilities are under low level. So these countries have to maintain both digital and manual platforms based on the usage.

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  4. Anuradha Charuni RathnayakeApril 21, 2022 at 8:24 PM

    Digital HR can automate processes at any time, allowing the organization to focus on a more effective and important task. Digital human resource development has grown significantly over the past decade. Today, many organizations now use some form of digitization within the scope of human resource work.
    However, the culture, structure, and processes should be aligned to balance digital human resource efficiency and innovation, while maintaining a measurable impact on the larger organization as it continues to operate.

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    1. Achinda GamageMay 4, 2022 at 1:40 PM

      As you said sector of the company we have to adjust the utilization of digital platform also. otherwise it may affect to organizational culture. some people may reluctant to work that environment too. So the management should decide the extend of utilise the digital adaptation based on Sector of the business.

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  5. IMAL BESHANApril 22, 2022 at 6:43 PM

    The use of data base systems (Cloud technologies), social media, analytical software, and mobile applications to replace the traditional paper-based system, data centralization, and assessing processes and services. Digital HR solutions are used to manage employees and track their employee lifetime.

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    1. Achinda GamageMay 4, 2022 at 1:42 PM

      Yes, moreover these system will help to time savings and cost savings too. Also it we helps to easy monitoring of behavioral pattern of organization employees.

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  6. sisirachandrasiriApril 25, 2022 at 8:58 PM

    The process of data centralization, the use of analytics software and mobile applications, is called human resource management digitization. This has enhanced the efficiency of the organizations and enabled them to work more closely with the staff and gain information on incentive levels, performance and salary, and increase employee trust in the organization. That is a positive thing

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    1. Achinda GamageMay 4, 2022 at 1:48 PM

      As you said with the usage of digital platforms helps not only increase efficiency but also cost saving and time savings of the company. Yes, this is a positive thing but some time for old companies when they shift to analog to digital they may have to spend lot of money for these transformations.

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  7. Wijesingha Arachchilage Samantha Ranjana BandaraMay 7, 2022 at 8:02 AM

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  8. Wijesingha Arachchilage Samantha Ranjana BandaraMay 7, 2022 at 8:22 AM

    Verry Usefull topic fo current situation .
    If you work in human resources or are considering a career in human resources management, then you have probably heard at least some talk about “digital HR” over the past few years.

    But what, exactly, does the term mean? And how is it poised to impact the human resources management industry?

    define digital HR, outline the key benefits that organizations can realize by embracing it, and offer advice that current and aspiring HR professionals can use to develop the skills they need to thrive in an increasingly digital landscape.(Scoll W.Conneor , 2020)

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