Shobhit Elhance, VP, Applane speaks with Nikhil Dawar about the advantages of cloud computing technology in educational institutions and offices
How is cloud technology changing the teaching scenario in the countryIJ
There has been phenomenal change in the ways of teaching. Earlier, the students were bound to the classrooms. However with the introduction of cloud technology in schools, students can access the content and the recorded lectures from any place. This has solved many problems. If a student is ill or on emergency leave its easier for them to pace up with the classes with cloud technology.
How will cloud-based time table generation software for schools workIJ
The software is connected with the HR System of the schools and takes care of teachers attendance in case a teacher is absent based on artificial intelligence it provides auto-substitution for the teachers so that the functioning of the schools doesn’t get disturbed also it has made the stressful making and maintaining of time table for so many students easier.
What is the reason behind the increasing number of K-12 categories witnessing use of cloud boom IJ
Cloud technology is not a costly affair to indulge in and it is very easy to work with this technology. Moreover the schools don’t wish to invest in hardware as the operating and maintaining cost is huge. Also, the services provided by cloud technology are very efficient; it provides real time support and 24 hours on demand support.
How can cloud computing help education institutions expand their servicesIJ
The technology has opened new gates in the school arena, providing parents login facility wherein they can connect with teachers in real time while sitting at offices and stay updated with the daily activities of their children in the school.
Also, it has an additional facility for students and teachers login where in students can easily read and study from the content available and teachers can work by avoiding hectic documentations and management of huge data base manually.
Does cloud computing help cut costsIJ HowIJ
It is very cost effective and provides accuracy thus avoiding the manual errors that usually are a matter of concern in institutes. Cloud based software don’t require hardware and maintenance thus reducing the costs of investment.
Can cloud computing handle operations for corporate organisationsIJ
It has made it easier for the organisations having a global presence to integrate and coordinate their work on real time basis. Thus making the interaction and communication on day to day activities of the organisation easy.
How can this technology help make efficient use of HR and administrationIJ
Administration becomes smooth as the whole management system can be accessed easily away from office as well. Hence, the managerial activities do not get hampered. Also, it is easy to integrate among different offices at different locations.
The advantages of using this technologyIJ
The are many advantages of using this technology. It requires no maintenance, data is secured and can be accessed from any computing device from anywhere.
Which other services can come under cloud computingIJ
Any IT related services can be on cloud.
How has this technology replaced the traditional methods of managing huge databaseIJ
Initially it used to be manual. All data are stored on google accounts. It has becomes more systematic. Managing of huge databases of students and teachers has become a mouse game. Also it renders real time support services.