Recruiting & Hiring Blog for HR Professionals

Why Your Applicant Tracking System Won’t Replace Your Recruiter

Posted by Patrick Clark February 14, 2014

“Siri … I’d like to find the perfect candidates for my open positions.” In today’s high-tech world, it’s tempting to think an applicant tracking system (ATS) can replace the recruiting function as easily as Siri answers queries for iPhone users. The reality, however, is that ATSs work best when they are used to enhance the recruiting role. Let’s take a closer look at how and why your recruiting responsibilities can become more effective when they are supported by an applicant tracking system. 

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Topics: Recruiting Challenges, Applicant Tracking Software Myths

5 Applicant Tracking Software Myths Debunked

Posted by Michael Macking February 4, 2014

 

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We’re all full of excuses from time to time. “My speedometer is broken,” “my alarm didn’t go off” and “my dog ate my homework” are some of the classics. Then there are myths that serve as excuses and prevent us from growing as individuals and organizations. Myths about applicant tracking software (ATS) fall perfectly into this category. 

Is your organization missing out on top talent because of what you and your business leaders believe to be true about applicant tracking software? Here we debunk some common myths and excuses about applicant tracking systems so you can determine if an ATS is right for you. 

Myth #1: Applicant tracking software replaces recruiters.

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Topics: Applicant Tracking, Applicant Tracking Software Myths

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