How to Revolutionise Your Rec-Tech

As the recruitment industry evolves, technology has become an essential tool for recruiters to optimise their recruitment process. With the help of automation, recruiters can save time, improve efficiency, and increase the quality of hires. At recMate, we specialise in optimising recruitment and staffing technology to make your team more productive and profitable. In this blog, we will discuss the top 10 ways automation can assist recruiters in their day-to-day operations.

How to Revolutionise Your Rec-Tech

1. Resume Screening

One of the most time-consuming tasks for recruiters is screening resumes. Sorting through hundreds of resumes to find the right candidate can take hours, if not days. Automation can save recruiters time by quickly identifying and sorting candidates who meet the basic qualifications for a job. Automated resume screening software uses algorithms to identify keywords and phrases in resumes, making it easier for recruiters to identify qualified candidates.

In fact, a study by Talent Board found that companies using recruitment automation technology experienced a 15% increase in candidate quality. With automated resume screening, recruiters can save time and resources while ensuring that only the most qualified candidates are considered for a role.

2. Job Posting

Posting job openings on multiple job boards can be time-consuming and tedious. Automating the job posting process can save recruiters time and ensure that job openings are consistently advertised in a variety of places.

A study by HR.com found that companies using job distribution software experienced a 47% reduction in time to fill positions. With automation, recruiters can easily and quickly post job openings to multiple job boards with a click of a button.

3. Candidate Communication

Automated email and messaging systems can help recruiters keep in touch with candidates, send them updates and reminders, and respond to frequently asked questions. With automation, recruiters can send personalised messages to candidates at various stages of the recruitment process. Automated communication systems can also help recruiters stay in touch with passive candidates who may not be ready to apply for a job yet, increasing the likelihood of finding the right fit for a role. According to a study by Ideal, automated recruiting software can reduce time-to-hire by a whopping average of 43%!

4. Scheduling Interviews

Scheduling interviews with candidates can be a time-consuming task for recruiters. An automated scheduling system can help recruiters quickly set up and confirm interviews with candidates, reducing the risk of scheduling conflicts or misunderstandings. Automated scheduling systems can also send reminders to candidates, ensuring they don't miss their interview. In fact, a study by Recruiter.com found that using automated scheduling software can reduce scheduling time by up to 90%.

5. Candidate Testing

Assessing the skills and abilities of candidates is essential for making informed hiring decisions. Automated testing systems can help recruiters screen candidates quickly and objectively, evaluating candidates' technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and other important competencies.

This data-driven decision making meant that a study by the Aberdeen Group found that companies using pre-employment assessments experienced a 39% lower turnover rate than those that did not.

6. Background Checks

Background checks are a vital part of the recruitment process, but they can be time-consuming and expensive to perform manually. Automating the background check process can save time and ensure that all necessary checks are completed consistently and efficiently.

According to a survey by HR.com, 48% of employers report that background checks take between two and five days to complete, while 16% say they take more than a week. By using automation, background checks can be completed in a matter of hours, allowing recruiters to move candidates through the hiring process more quickly.

7. Onboarding

Onboarding new hires can be a time-consuming task for recruiters. Automating the onboarding process can help ensure that new hires have all the necessary information and materials they need to get started in their new role. Automated onboarding systems can also help new hires feel welcome and connected to the company.

A well-designed onboarding process can help new hires feel welcome and engaged, which can lead to better retention rates. According to a study by Glassdoor, effective onboarding can improve employee retention rates by 82%.

8. Performance Evaluations

Tracking the progress of new hires is essential for identifying areas for improvement and support. Automated performance evaluation systems can help recruiters assess the progress of new hires and provide feedback on their performance. Automated performance evaluation systems can also help managers set goals, track progress, and provide feedback to employees.

According to a survey by Deloitte, 70% of organisations are either already using or planning to use automated performance management systems. These systems can help organisations make more informed decisions about promotions, compensation, and other HR-related matters.

9. Candidate Tracking

Tracking candidates throughout the recruitment process is crucial to making informed hiring decisions. An automated candidate tracking system can help recruiters keep track of all the candidates they are considering for a job, allowing them to easily review resumes and other materials and make informed hiring decisions. Automated candidate tracking systems can also provide analytics and reports to help recruiters identify trends and areas for improvement.

By automating candidate tracking, recruiters can save time and reduce the risk of overlooking a qualified candidate. According to a survey by CareerBuilder, 82% of employers feel that candidate experience is important for hiring, but only 54% of candidates feel that employers have a good candidate experience.

10. Reporting and Analytics

Automated reporting and analytics systems can help recruiters track the effectiveness of their recruitment efforts, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions about how to improve their processes. By collecting data on things like time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, and candidate sources, recruiters can identify areas for improvement and make changes to their recruitment strategy as needed. According to a survey by LinkedIn, 67% of talent acquisition leaders say that data and analytics are a top priority for their recruiting function.