We live in a digital world and the speed technology is advancing means it\u2019s an exciting time for growing organizations. The best software products are readily available to companies of all shapes and sizes, and it\u2019s getting easier and easier to bring on new software and switch software when required. Ultimately this means we have more choice, control and opportunity available to us than ever before.<\/p>\n
Like many organizations, you probably need different software solutions for different purposes. In choosing the right tech-stack, it\u2019s important to understand the difference between Open Platform and Closed Platform solutions to make an informed decision.<\/p>\n
So, what\u2019s the difference?<\/strong><\/p>\n Let\u2019s think about our smartphones as a baseline tech product. Whether you\u2019re an Apple or an Android user, you can add Apps to tailor your phone to suit your personal needs and interests. (The Apps you choose don\u2019t need to be developed by your phone provider \u2013 more often than not they\u2019re developed by a variety of different companies.)<\/p>\n In the same way, you can add Apps to your smartphone, Open Platform software allows you to choose a baseline tech product, and integrate other products with it to make your life easier.<\/p>\n You can tailor this software to suit your organization\u2019s unique needs, and edit and adapt the functionality of certain features.<\/p>\n Software that doesn\u2019t allow you to integrate with other products is called Closed Platform.<\/p>\n The best tech for your organization is fit for purpose, backed by expertise and support.<\/p>\n You wouldn\u2019t ask your electrician to fix your plumbing. You wouldn\u2019t fill your home and wardrobe with items from a single department store. So why use a generalist HRIS to achieve your recruitment goals?<\/p>\n At Scout Talent, our tech is Open Platform. This means you can integrate our products with your other recruitment, HR and wider business tech \u2013 seamlessly \u2013 via APIs (Application Programming Interface). APIs allow different applications to \u201ctalk\u201d to one another and provide the flexibility to adapt to different purposes.<\/p>\n Many HRIS are Closed Platform, meaning you have no option but to use only the products in their suite, whether they\u2019re right for your needs or not.<\/p>\n A Closed Platform can lead you to technological dead ends if the system doesn\u2019t use current technology. It can lack specialized features and functions. Maintenance and updates affect the entire system, which can interrupt access. All this creates further pain and frustration during the recruitment process. It can increase time to hire, which ultimately increases costs and reduces your ability to secure top talent.<\/p>\n Open Platform gives you choice and control. With so many great HR and recruitment tech options available these days (not to mention those that haven\u2019t even been invented yet!), why lock yourself into one vendor?<\/p>\n Open Platform is easy to update without impacting other areas in your organization and can adapt to market changes and your changing needs. Updates can run in the background, or can be scheduled to only impact one system at a time, so your whole organization isn\u2019t held at ransom by technology. Keep your mind at ease knowing you can perform the important tasks you need to do.<\/p>\n The costs can be high in recruitment, so the right technology is critical in allowing you to complete your processes in the most efficient way possible.<\/p>\n When it comes to recruitment, the software you use is essential in being able to secure quality talent. Open Platform recruitment tech is designed with this in mind, to create the best processes for both users and candidates. It allows you to choose the right tech-stack for your specific organizational needs and use integrations to allow them to talk to each other seamlessly.<\/p>\nHow does this relate to HR and recruitment tech?<\/h3>\n
Is Open Platform the best choice when it comes to HR\/Recruitment tech?<\/h3>\n
Decision time<\/h3>\n