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The number of personnel systems in the Dutch marketplace is immense. The functionality of the software is often very broad and complicated and consequently mainly targeted at human resource managers or HR departments. The majority of the offering consists of Windows software for in-house operation, in which the software is installed on the consumer's own computer equipment.
The available products especially aimed at mid-sized companies are somewhat limited however. In this league of businesses the many staff related tasks are done by the employer or by an worker who is responsible for the administration.
These companies have no need for really broad and therefore complex computer software, in which functionality is offered that is not consistent with the moderate needs of smaller businesses.
lately, online administration systems appeared on the market. This is software offered via the internet and is not purchased, but rented for a modest monthly fee. freeing the client from pricy investments in software licenses, technical equipment and management. The monthly fees are small and the subscription canbe ended at any moment.
An example of a low cost webbased personnel system service is simpelHR. An accessible product that is specifically designed with the needs of smaller organizations in mind simpelHR is characterized by easy operation, low cost, and risk free one month tryout period.
The functionality of the product ranges from administration of rudimentary employee information such as name, address, and salary information to absenteeism (time off or sickness), company cars, issued equipment, and leave. In addition, different reports are offered, including an employee survey (registration card) and leave reporting.
simpelHR includes an optional SMS component that allows users of the software to receive text messages for certain events. These messages can be sent in several ways including e-mail and SMS. Events for which messages can be dispatched, for example, probationary period,
expiring valid identity documents, anniversaries and birthdays. In addition users can specify their own custom signals.
