API

Definition and Meaning:

An application programming interface (API) is a standard protocol that provides a set of rules for how different pieces of software interact with each other. This enables communication between multiple pieces of software and facilitates the transfer of data between multiple HRMS systems, attendance systems, payroll systems, recruitment tools, and third-party applications. As such, APIs are critical to enabling employers to automate many of the HR administrative processes, ultimately improving automation and accuracy. 

Benefits of Integrating HR Tech

• Provides seamless interfacing of HRMS and payroll systems.
• Provides automated employee data syncing.
• Minimises risk for manual error when processing attendance and payroll.
• Allows for the interfacing of HR Tech with biometric, ERP and finance systems.
• Increases the scalability of HR technology ecosystems.

Policy/Regulation/Legal Compliance (India)

There are no laws associated with APIs, but users who are developing human resource systems should adhere to:

• Information Technology Act, 2000 (data security and protection)
• Company Data Privacy and Information Security Policies.
• Consent and Access Control Procedures related to Employee Data.

Compliance is the primary benefit of proper, safe handling of APIs.