Applicant Tracking System Software and its Various Benefits

An applicant tracking system software , also known as the ATS is is used for managing the recruitment tasks electronically. This ATS can be accessed or even implemented online on an enterprise. It is similar to the CRM systems (customer relationship management), but is designed specifically for the purpose of recruitment tracking. Many times the applications are filtered automatically based on the criteria given like proficiency, keywords, experience, previous employers and also the schools attended. Due to these factors, many opt for resume optimization techniques when formatting and creating their resumes. These are similar to those used for SEO (search engine optimization). 

Using of the Applicant Tracking System and the Benefits

A system of applicant tracking allow an application to be followed online through the flow of work which is relevant to the vacancy. This works ideal as’ Get better Candidate Satisfaction’ and also saves on time. This enables the candidate and the agent to have knowledge of what is going on. You can say this saves the agent and the candidate from waiting and getting frustrated not knowing the position of the specific application.

There are multiple benefits to this system some of which are

*Time reduced for hiring

*Reduction in the costs related to recruitment

*Reduction in the time taken for administration of recruitment

* Improvement in the process of strategic decision

* Ensure best practices by streamlining the total process of recruitment

* Communication improvement externally and internally

*Automation of the process of requisition approval

*Improvement in the brand of employment

Candidate Satisfaction ensured

This applicant tracking system software ensures that your agency is able to provide the required information to those candidates who have applied for different jobs. This can help in saving the time not only for the agency but can also ensure that the candidates knowing their position, are not left feeling dissatisfied with your services. Your agency might be contacted from time to time for updates on the applications, and this system helps tracking easily. You are also able to offer the candidates a way to find the required information on their own. This can be termed as ‘confirmed satisfaction’ of the candidates.