Why Employers prefer online job applications
You take time drafting your resume and putting it in an envelope to be mailed to a company you are applying for but heard nothing from them. Then, you saw in their website that they are no longer accepting paper resumes. Why do employers prefer online applications?
For one thing, it minimizes the clutter of paper in the office. No need to file and saves storage space. Online applications can just be filed in folders in the computer.
Some companies have a database wherein all online applications are stored. They can easily search for candidates in the system.
Before sending applications, check their website on how you can apply so as to save time and save trees as well.