{"id":1256,"date":"2018-08-17T13:21:10","date_gmt":"2018-08-17T13:21:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ejobsitesoftware.com\/blog\/?p=1256"},"modified":"2018-08-17T13:21:10","modified_gmt":"2018-08-17T13:21:10","slug":"8-tips-for-choosing-applicant-tracking-software","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ejobsitesoftware.com\/blog\/8-tips-for-choosing-applicant-tracking-software\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Tips For Choosing Applicant Tracking Software"},"content":{"rendered":"

By Kaya Ismail <\/p>\n

Recruiting the right talent can help your company thrive, and data shows that the cost of a bad hire can cost your company big. That\u2019s why over 75 percent of multinationals use applicant tracking software (ATS) to help streamline their recruitment process.
\nBut with a plethora of ATS options to choose from, it\u2019s difficult to pinpoint a solution that you\u2019ll be glad you chose well after adoption. <\/p>\n

To help organizations of all sizes choose the best applicant tracking software for them, we spoke to industry experts and practitioners who shared their top tips to keep in mind when selecting an ATS.<\/p>\n

1. Get Recruiters Involved in Decision-Making<\/p>\n

First and foremost, you need to get your recruiters involved in the decision-making process for choosing an ATS. Kim Smith, Content Marketer at GoodFirms shared that input from those who work in recruitment can prove to be extremely vital since they\u2019ll be familiar with the \u201cpain points\u201d faced by the company during the hiring process.<\/p>\n

2. Mobile Optimization<\/p>\n

It\u2019s critical that your chosen applicant tracking software solution is responsive, that\u2019s according to Alaina Lynch, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager at St. Petersburg, FL.-based The Penny Hoarder. Lynch explained that mobile responsive design is crucial for recruiters first and foremost. <\/p>\n

Read More:
\nhttps:\/\/www.cmswire.com\/digital-workplace\/8-tips-for-choosing-applicant-tracking-software\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

By Kaya Ismail Recruiting the right talent can help your company thrive, and data shows that the cost of a bad hire can cost your company big. That\u2019s why over 75 percent of multinationals use applicant tracking software (ATS) to help streamline their recruitment process. 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