HR & Staffing

5 Benefits of Recruitment Software

Written by Blake Thomson

Cloud, cloud everywhere! Yes, you heard it right. Over the years, the cloud has changed how we do things, right from storing pictures to managing client information on the go. Nowadays, cloud storage or cloud-based software is the ultimate go-to solution. As a result, cloud-based software or tools are being used in almost all business areas and industries.

So what does this mean for the recruitment industry?

If you own a labour-hire agency or plan to start one, then this is for you! If you’re sick of running around with your hair on fire, letting critical things slip through the gaps, and wasting time and effort on processes and tasks that might easily be automated, it’s time for you to improve your recruitment software.

Working with cloud-based recruiting software has many advantages. Let’s look at five of the most promising reasons to consider recruiting CRM software.

1.     Improve the candidate experience

Pre-hire assessments in recruitment software help your applicants get off to a good start. Candidates can acquaint themselves with their skills and better understand how they will perform in various jobs and settings by answering questions or testing themselves on different activities or projects. After finishing the evaluation, they receive real-time feedback and have a better grasp of how to improve their skills.

Furthermore, these assessments can help to prevent biased hiring judgments. Recruiters are not robots; they are people. And, like humans, they are frequently susceptible to biased decisions. When making the shortlist, we sometimes seek people who are “like us.” Other times, we utilise our intuition based on experiences, feelings, and intellect to make a judgement. The issue is that it isn’t always accurate and constant. You may decrease this prejudice, employ better individuals, and create a better overall hiring experience for everyone involved by implementing standard pre-hire evaluations.

2.     Protect sensitive data

When you work in the hiring business, you have access to incredibly sensitive information. Using a recruiting software solution, you can ensure that all data is stored in a secure and encrypted location that only you and your team have access to.

The last thing you want is for your personal information to be unintentionally shared or, worse, hacked. You can ensure that information is never shared with the wrong individuals by using a single secure database.

3.     Eco-friendly

We know it sounds funny, but recruiting software is actually beneficial to Mother Earth! You can save money on energy and paper by using a cloud-based system. There’s no need to print out extensive reports to communicate with management or clients. It’s all online, and they can access it wherever and whenever they choose. It’s faster, simpler and easier!

4.     Anytime, Anywhere

With recruitment software, you are no longer restricted by geography or location. Everyone, regardless of location, has access to the information, reports, and tools they need to execute their job.

Having access to a smartphone, tablet, or other internet-connected device allows recruiters to be more productive; organisations may extend their global presence with social media integrations. In addition, the majority of applicants communicate on social media platforms and use mobile job search tools. So when we can all access recruitment software from any device and place, it’s a win-win situation.

5.     Saving money is the same as investing it

Last but not least, recruiting software allows you to automate processes and systems, saving you time! This means you can accomplish more with less resources. Instead of performing menial duties, your employees have more time to focus on building the firm. Allow the system to handle payments and compute lodging reimbursements! Your employees will be able to concentrate on more important tasks with the extra time on their hands.

Conclusion

Cloud computing isn’t a thing of the future. It is a thing of the past. If you aren’t already using cloud-based recruitment tools, you may fall behind your competition.

It isn’t always easy to attract great people and bring them to your team. Recruit people more effectively using cloud-based tools, build stronger connections with your candidates, and place the best personnel in your available positions.

So there you have it: five good reasons to consider using recruitment CRM software in your labour-hire business. Don’t waste valuable time and money by doing things the traditional way. Upgrading can be a hassle, but it’s an investment worth making when you consider all of the benefits. 

At Entire Recruit, be delighted to speak with you about how we might assist you with your recruitment technology requirements. Contact our experts to organise a demo!

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About the author

Blake Thomson

Blake Thomson is the CEO & Co-Founder of Entire Recruit, a cloud-based all-in-one staffing software designed to solve the typical problems labour hire agencies face.