Vendor Landscape: Talent Acquisition Systems

Manual, paper-based recruitment processes are inefficient document management nightmares, but are sadly commonplace in many small- and mid-sized enterprises. A Talent Acquisition System (TAS) is a vital tool for improving the efficiency of the recruiting process for organizations of any size.
With higher applicant numbers due to the Internet, competition for top talent, and the need to be social and mobile, organizations require a TAS that will allow them to leverage new technologies and sourcing mediums to find and attract talent, and effortlessly move them through the hiring process.
Picking the right solution is crucial because the TAS is the backbone of the recruitment process, pivotal for the day-to-day work of recruiters and hiring managers, and is often the conduit by which applicants are first introduced to the organization.

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Almost all vendors offer similar functionality, so evaluating vendors by checking off a features list doesn’t work anymore; “how” they do it becomes the differentiator. As a result, workflow and usability become key evaluation criteria.
Recruiters are key end users, but don’t just satisfy their needs in selection: Hiring managers will use the TAS, so ensure that it meets their needs too. And don’t forget about applicants! View the applicant portal from the applicant’s perspective to ensure it is visually appealing and easy-to-use.
Integrating with a variety of external sources is crucial, but be wary of costs; vendors differ in the number of sources with which they integrate, associated costs, and third-party contract requirements. Check all of these factors to avoid surprises.

Impact and Result

Enterprises that consider the needs of internal and external system users, and evaluate solutions based on workflow, approach, design, and usability, will select a solution that fits the organization’s culture and processes. Whichever solution that may be, it will increase efficiency, improve accountability, expand reach, and reduce costs by streamlining and automating the recruiting process.

Vendor Landscape: Talent Acquisition Systems Research & Tools

1. Evaluate TAS solutions

Find the Talent Acquisition System that best meets enterprise needs.

2. Identify TAS criteria that are most important to you

Develop a custom shortlist of the most appropriate TAS solutions.

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