In order to store the detail information about
an applicant, every organization needs software that can make its work easier.
Thus, an applicant tracking system (ATS)
serves for the same. These are mostly found in job applications of major
organizations to determine which applicants to accept, and help in storing
information about each candidate. Thus, in simple language we can define it as “software application that helps an
organization to manage its recruitment process.”
Where it is used?
It can be used by organizations that usually
recruit temporary as well as permanent staffs. That includes independent recruiters,
staffing agencies, executive search firms, large enterprises, etc.
What is its function?
- Creating job requisition
- Job board posting
- Online application
- Applicant Screening
- Workflow automation
- Resume Search
- Self identification
The most important characteristics of ATS is
that it creates a central location and database for a
company’s recruitment efforts so that the company can effectively organize
resumes, rank candidates and communicate with the hiring managers in right time.
For example, a company can use this software
application to create and post jobs at online job boards. It can also find
resumes on resume boards and collect them in their database so that it will be
easier for the company to find a potential match.
Now it has become a trend of making it
attractive to business of all sizes. Earlier due to licensing, customization
and management costs, it was difficult to purchase and implement. And they were
used by large recruiting firms and large enterprises. But now days it is also
being used by smaller recruiters and mid size businesses.
Applicant tracking system helps in reducing time to hire and also
reduces the hiring costs involved in the recruitment process. If you are
implementing such a system, it will help you to streamline the recruitment
process.
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