Employee recruitment software

Recruiting the best talent is one of HR's most important jobs. This resource shares advice from experts, in-depth articles and case studies on why employee recruitment software is so critical, how to choose the best recruitment tools for your company, which applicant tracking systems are still relevant, how to improve the candidate experience, when to consider data and mobile technology, and more staffing software guidance.

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Feature 19 Apr 2023
8 talent acquisition and recruitment trends in 2023

With workers returning to the office and the effects of the "great resignation" still being felt, recruiters now have to appeal to candidates worried about salaries and inflation. Continue Reading
Feature 02 Dec 2022
7 talent acquisition strategies for better hiring in 2023

As the pandemic recedes and the cost of living rises, candidates are looking elsewhere for better pay. Be prepared with a top-notch candidate experience, career site and ATS. Continue Reading

Feature 01 Sep 2022

How are recruitment and talent acquisition different?

Learn the difference between talent acquisition and recruiting, including the strategic implications each has for your organization and the technologies that help the most. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Aug 2022

9 keys to a killer recruitment marketing strategy

In a hiring market that presents unprecedented challenges, every HR and recruiting team needs to develop a marketing strategy to attract top-notch candidates. Here's how. Continue Reading
Feature 29 Aug 2022

Guide to developing social media recruiting strategies

To navigate the complexities and avoid the pitfalls of social media recruiting, companies must set goals, choose the right platforms, promote their culture and measure results. Continue Reading
Tip 16 Aug 2022

How AI is transforming the talent acquisition process

Machine learning, natural language processing and RPA can source candidates faster, match their skills better and vet them with less bias. An HR technology expert explains how. Continue Reading
Tip 11 Aug 2022

10 steps in planning a strong recruitment strategy

To attract and hire the right job candidates, examine current policies, solicit feedback, identify workforce gaps, deploy advanced technologies and promote the company brand. Continue Reading
News 26 Jan 2022

New York City pay transparency law will change job postings

Employers in New York City will soon be required to include wage ranges in job postings. It may apply to firms that are hiring remote workers in the city. Continue Reading
Feature 16 Dec 2021

How RPA can improve your recruiting process

RPA's uses in recruiting include sorting resumes and communicating with candidates. Here's a guide to how RPA can optimize your company's recruiting process. Continue Reading
News 08 Dec 2021

Better.com's employee layoff by Zoom gets HR thumbs down

Better.com's mass layoff by Zoom was seen as a big miss by HR professionals, who say the CEO's approach lacked empathy and planning. Continue Reading
News 02 Dec 2021

Job seekers under 30 reject federal work, alarming lawmakers

The U.S. government's civilian workforce is mostly older, with many nearing or at retirement. The loss of skills is creating a need to attract young adults to federal work. Continue Reading
News 10 Nov 2021

Decline of women in the workforce is an 'alarming' HR trend

Employers are trying a variety of strategies to reduce employee turnover, but a major problem facing them is bringing women back into the workforce, Gartner says. Continue Reading
News 02 Nov 2021

EEOC worries about 'snake oil' products in AI recruiting

The chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says users, not vendors, are responsible for AI recruiting bias. It has launched an effort to investigate AI use. Continue Reading
News 29 Oct 2021

Biden wants permanent work visas, not more H-1Bs

President Joe Biden's administration has eased H-1B work visa processing, but it is not seeking a cap increase. Instead, it's aiming to grant more green cards. Continue Reading
News 21 Oct 2021

Demand for tech skills to skyrocket by 2030, US official warns

Chike Aguh, chief innovation officer at the U.S. Dept. of Labor, urged employers to make mobile job applications a priority. He also sees tech skills as the nation's top need. Continue Reading
News 29 Sep 2021

Workday users pitch employee retention strategies at event

At a Workday event, business, HR and technology leaders highlighted flexible work, purpose-driven corporate missions and virtual reality as useful hiring and retention strategies. Continue Reading
News 27 Sep 2021

NY raises alarms over job turnover following vaccine mandate

New York's enforcement of a vaccine mandate in healthcare offers an early indication of the job turnover that may come in other industries. Continue Reading
News 20 Sep 2021

Recruiting AI systems under fire for excluding workers

AI recruiting tools focus on hiring efficiency rather than efficacy, according to an Accenture-Harvard Business School study. The U.N. believes AI is fostering human rights abuse. Continue Reading
News 27 Aug 2021

Cash is king in hiring and retaining talent

Sign-on bonuses, tuition help and increases in starting salaries are among the steps employers are taking to hire and retain talent in a competitive market. Continue Reading
News 26 Aug 2021

Delta's surcharge a new take on employee vaccination incentives

Businesses are reluctant to impose vaccine mandates, and vaccine incentives are showing limited results. But Delta Air Lines is trying a $200 surcharge on unvaccinated employees. Continue Reading
Feature 09 Aug 2021

Four-day workweek reactions range from warm to cool

The rise of flexible hours, along with remote and hybrid work, is reviving a discussion: Should firms implement a four-day workweek? The answer is anything but simple. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Jul 2021

Benefits and challenges of a hybrid workplace

Employees' desire for flexibility may lead organizations to explore a hybrid workplace, but hybrid work has strengths and weaknesses. Learn what it looks like in practice. Continue Reading
News 29 Jul 2021

Badmouthing of federal gov hurts cybersecurity recruiting

Government and businesses are struggling with cybersecurity recruiting because of a skills shortage. The federal government's problem is made worse by bad branding. Continue Reading
News 28 Jul 2021

After self-criticism, Workday improves Black representation

Last year, Workday officials acknowledged that its Black employee community was underrepresented. Employee survey data suggests it has since made improvements. Continue Reading
News 21 Jul 2021

Interview: Chano Fernandez, co-CEO of Workday – a European co-helming a Californian enterprise

Chano Fernandez, co-CEO of Workday, explains how the company’s storied and humane employee culture needs constant tending, and looks forward to a post-Covid acceleration Continue Reading
News 19 Jul 2021

Automation, job loss fears speed workforce training in Mass.

A new report from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts offers a snapshot of what states are facing post-pandemic: increasing automation and a need for workforce training. Continue Reading
News 13 Jul 2021

Worker shortages spur hiring incentives, low layoffs

Layoffs and involuntary terminations have reached a new low, as firms try to retain employees and hire new ones. They're also turning to some unique cash incentives. Continue Reading
News 09 Jul 2021

Biden noncompete agreement order a warning for businesses

President Biden has ordered the FTC to consider restricting noncompete agreements, a directive that has bipartisan support in Congress. Continue Reading
News 09 Jul 2021

Criminal background check prompts federal lawsuit

Errors in criminal background checks may be common, which could lead to a denied job opportunity. A Connecticut lawsuit details one such case. Continue Reading
News 17 Jun 2021

Fed concerns point to challenges for HR and recruiting tech

The Federal Reserve's concerns about the labor market spoke to a major HR problem -- namely, quit rates and retirements. It's unclear how much help recruiting tech can deliver. Continue Reading
News 16 Jun 2021

Jobs that can be done anywhere may end up overseas

Corporate embrace of remote work may encourage employers to do more hiring in lower-cost regions, including other countries, according to a U.K. study. Continue Reading
News 10 Jun 2021

The right to disconnect vs. America's always-on culture

European countries are adopting right-to-disconnect laws, protecting workers from employer retaliation. But in the U.S., there appears to be little interest from lawmakers. Continue Reading
Feature 09 Jun 2021

Covid-accelerated recruitment digitisation to gain sophistication with hybrid models

Recruitment has had to go remote and digital during the Covid-19 pandemic crisis and looks set to fill out and become more sophisticated as hybrid models of working emerge Continue Reading
Feature 27 May 2021

3 ways HR can support women in the workplace

The HR team's support for women has a powerful influence on gender equality and employee experience. Learn how HR can make a positive impact on your workplace culture. Continue Reading
News 25 May 2021

How AI is changing Canada Life's recruiting process

Canada Life Assurance Company's initial adoption of a recruiting AI tool to rank candidates has proved so successful, it's paving the way for deeper investments in the technology. Continue Reading
Feature 30 Apr 2021

Guide to digital badges for the workplace

Digital badges are becoming more common in the workplace. Here's how they can help HR during the hiring process and why some industry leaders have doubts. Continue Reading
News 26 Apr 2021

SMB HR market heats up with Paycor IPO, Jobvite acquisitions

The HR SMB market is seeing activity, with Paycor planning to file an IPO and Jobvite acquiring two firms that may help it better compete in this market. Continue Reading
News 23 Apr 2021

Rejecting hybrid work will cost employers, survey finds

Employees may rush to the exits post-pandemic, and many will want a hybrid work option. If employers want people back in the office full-time, they have to pay them more. Continue Reading
Feature 19 Mar 2021

8 diversity hiring mistakes you could be making

Diversity hiring mistakes are all too common during the recruiting process. Here are some mistakes companies need to avoid for their recruiting efforts to be truly successful. Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2021

Job market, salaries soar for computer science graduates

The number of computer science graduates in the U.S. is rising every year, as are starting salaries, signaling a strong demand for talent. Continue Reading
Feature 04 Mar 2021

Employee poaching risk increases with remote work hiring

Remote work opportunities may give rise to employee poaching, putting added pressure on HR departments. As geography starts to matter less, employee experience may matter more. Continue Reading
Guest Post 26 Feb 2021

5 assets working mothers bring to the workplace

Mothers are an important -- and often undervalued -- sector of the workforce and offer a number of assets. Learn why HR and managers should work to keep them on staff. Continue Reading
News 12 Feb 2021

Salesforce's remote work hiring strategy raises questions

Salesforce says its remote work hiring, or work-from-anywhere, model will improve its diversity and hiring goals. Hiring in inexpensive areas may be critical, according to experts. Continue Reading
Guest Post 01 Feb 2021

Business and HR leaders face COVID-19 vaccine dilemmas

COVID-19 vaccines open up a Pandora's Box of issues for companies learning how to deal with the return to offices and other workplaces. Here's why technology is critical. Continue Reading
Feature 28 Jan 2021

Internal mobility: Benefits, tools, best practices

Internal mobility is meant to capitalize on the organization's own talent. Learn why it's important, what stands in the way and how best to support it. Continue Reading
Guest Post 20 Jan 2021

How HR can help promote a caring culture

HR's role has become increasingly strategic and part of that requires focusing on truly supporting employees. Here's some advice on how to make that a reality. Continue Reading
News 14 Jan 2021

Democrats push for AI bias testing

Lawmakers in states and Congress are showing increasing interest in guarding against AI bias. Legislation in California and New York City seeks system audits. Continue Reading
Feature 23 Dec 2020

DoD eyes blind recruiting-type technology for promotions

The Pentagon may investigate blind recruiting-type technology to remove bias from the promotions process. It wants to improve the diversity in its officer ranks. Continue Reading
Feature 22 Dec 2020

3 critical employee experience technologies for the 'new normal'

Since COVID-19 hit, HR leaders and their teams have pivoted to support the employee experience in new ways. Here's how technology has been critical to that support. Continue Reading
News 17 Dec 2020

Southwest: Recruiting chatbots improve productivity

The pandemic didn't stop the evolution of HR tech. MGM launched new sites to help employees, and Southwest Airlines measured the effectiveness of its recruiting chatbots. Continue Reading
News 07 Dec 2020

H-1B lawsuit against Facebook tackles old problem

The Dept. of Justice's H-1B lawsuit alleges Facebook didn't consider qualified U.S. workers for visa jobs and shines a light on employer job advertising requirements. Continue Reading
Feature 02 Dec 2020

12 tips for recruiting and hiring ideal remote employees

The pandemic has made working remotely the new normal in many organizations. Here's how to find and hire the best candidates -- all with a new, more virtual recruiting process. Continue Reading
Feature 12 Nov 2020

IBM's Lisa Seacat DeLuca on being a woman in the tech industry

IBM's master inventor Lisa Seacat DeLuca gives insight into promoting gender diversity. Learn why both official programs and informal outreach are so important. Continue Reading
News 28 Oct 2020

Firms dive into data for diversity and inclusion strategies

People analytics managers are seeking out and analyzing HR data that intersects with and impacts the employee work experience. Continue Reading
Feature 26 Oct 2020

Employers scramble to build upskilling, reskilling programs

Robotics, automation and the COVID-19 pandemic have governments and private businesses trying out new ways for rapidly upskilling and reskilling employees and, more broadly, the workforce. Continue Reading
News 15 Oct 2020

As contingent employee hiring rises, HR gives it focus

The use of contingent employees is increasing, Gartner said, and with it an interest from HR departments for better control over the contingent worker experience. Continue Reading
Feature 15 Oct 2020

8 strategies HR can use to recruit Gen Z

Gen Z is the newest generation entering the workforce. Learn some strategies HR teams and hiring managers can use to recruit the right candidates more quickly. Continue Reading
News 08 Oct 2020

Trump's H-1B work visa pay hike already in trouble

President Trump proposed raising H-1B wages in 2016 while on the campaign trail but delivered his proposal one month before the 2020 election. Continue Reading
News 06 Oct 2020

HireVue acquires recruiting chatbot startup AllyO

HireVue, a video interviewing vendor, has acquired AllyO, a startup that makes chatbot technology for use in high-volume hiring. Continue Reading
News 02 Oct 2020

Virtual workforce adopted in the Heartland

Signs are emerging that a long-term shift to remote work post-pandemic is gaining traction far from the high-tech centers. They'll save on office space and please employees. Continue Reading
Tip 25 Sep 2020

How to conduct video interviews: 7 tips for employers

Interviewing candidates over video doesn't have to be stressful. Here are seven virtual interviewing tips to help you prepare. Continue Reading
News 25 Sep 2020

CHROs at Zoom, Box and Okta talk remote work trends

CHROs at Zoom, Box and Okta believe the rise in remote and flexible work arrangements is here to stay. They also believe location-based recruiting is a thing of the past. Continue Reading
News 16 Sep 2020

Amazon Career Day makes strong pitch with a soft touch

Amazon's virtual career day put the best possible face on the firm in its push to fill 33,000 corporate and tech jobs as well as 100,000 operations jobs. Continue Reading
News 03 Sep 2020

To improve veteran hiring, U.S. turns to AI platform

The U.S. is nearing a final decision on a job matching platform to improve the odds that military veterans, who are leaving the service, will find the right civilian occupation. Continue Reading
News 31 Aug 2020

Tech industry diversity and inclusion begins with rooting out BS

Being black, a woman and bisexual gives long-time diversity and inclusion consultant Risha Grant a clear perspective on issues many high-tech companies have in creating racial harmony. Continue Reading
News 28 Aug 2020

Trump, Biden H-1B work visa positions take shape

The way President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden talk about H-1B work visas is strikingly different -- and so are the Silicon Valley donors supporting their candidacies. Continue Reading
News 30 Jul 2020

Congress explores pros, cons of remote work trends

Remote work trends in the private sector are getting fresh attention from U.S. lawmakers. Two hearings last week looked at aspects of this shift to flexible and full-time remote work. Continue Reading
News 16 Jul 2020

SAP, HR vendors turn inward, work to increase Black employees

HR vendors are paying attention to the Black Lives Matter protests roiling a nation. They are looking at their own demographics and reevaluating their internal practices. Continue Reading
News 01 Jul 2020

Feds nix college degree requirement for merit-based hiring

President Trump has ordered federal agencies, which employ 2.2 million, to move to merit-based hiring by the end of the year. This may require an HR technology upgrade. Continue Reading
News 24 Jun 2020

Trump's H-1B work visa ban creates six-month headache

President Trump's six-month H-1B work visa ban arrives in response to the jobs impact of the pandemic. But it's unlikely to have much of an effect on jobs. Continue Reading
Feature 15 Jun 2020

4 virtual recruiting strategies to implement after COVID-19

Hiring has changed due to COVID-19. Here are four virtual recruiting strategies to follow as you adjust to online hiring. Continue Reading
News 08 Jun 2020

Hiring, firing and cancel culture

Social media is challenging the notion of employee privacy, but it's also providing HR departments with new tools to vet job applicants and employees. Continue Reading
News 21 May 2020

Zuckerberg lists benefits, drawbacks of remote work

After the pandemic, Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes his firm will have more employees who work remotely, with at least half of its employees doing it full-time. He sees some clear benefits in recruiting and retention. Continue Reading
Feature 20 May 2020

AI in HR recruitment targets high-demand technology talent

As demand for technology talent persists, even during pandemic times, AI, chatbots and machine learning play an increasingly critical role in hiring choosy candidates. Continue Reading
News 07 May 2020

U.S. lawmakers urge Trump to stop issuing new H-1B visas

Citing Depression-level unemployment, Republicans want Trump to halt the H-1B visa program, or at least stop issuing new visas. They argue that guest workers undercut U.S. workers. Continue Reading
News 23 Apr 2020

Trump's immigration 'pause' leaves open H-1B action

President Trump's immigration 'pause' is likely to face court action and ongoing criticism from people on both sides of the issue. The impact of his order is expected to be minor. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Apr 2020

Major employer, Spectrum, shifts to virtual hiring in a week

In March, cable and broadband provider Spectrum moved to a fully virtual hiring process in one week. About 25% of its hiring was conducted virtually before the coronavirus pandemic. Continue Reading
News 09 Apr 2020

Food industry turns to AI hiring platform to fill 1M jobs

The food industry is hungry for employees. It has a shopping list of occupations it needs filled to keep essential food producers and grocers stocked with workers. Continue Reading
News 06 Apr 2020

H-1B work visa petitions hit record high, despite pandemic

The U.S. received a record 275,000 H-1B work visas for the 2021 fiscal year. But these visa petitions were prepared in better economic times, before the economy began shutting down. Continue Reading
News 25 Mar 2020

Virtual hiring, avoiding layoffs part of HR's pandemic response

In the face of a pandemic, many firms are trying to avoid layoffs and even hire. They are using virtual tools, including testing systems called virtual job tryouts, to select their potential new hires Continue Reading
Feature 20 Mar 2020

Transformational HR in 2020: 7 strategies for agility and tech mastery

CHROs and their teams must grow their people, business and technology skills as they focus on curating the employee experience. This roadmap will guide leaders and departments. Continue Reading
News 19 Mar 2020

Workday salary bonus may pay workforce dividends

Workday is giving its employees a two-week bonus to help them deal with coronavirus-related costs. The move may result in improved retention and productivity. Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2020

H-1B work visa ruling comes down to conjunctions

The Trump administration's efforts to stop the use of H-1B workers by IT contractors suffered a major setback in court. This week, a federal judge ruled that the government exceeded the law. Continue Reading
News 24 Feb 2020

Trump's H-1B work visa actions disappoint ex-Disney workers

President Donald Trump arrived in office promising to reform the H-1B visa program. But his actions have fallen short of what reformers wanted and went too far for IT services firms. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Feb 2020

Why AI won't replace recruiters

Recruiters may consider using both the human element and the data brought in by intelligent tools if it can help them make better hiring decisions, but AI won't be replacing recruiters any time soon. Three experts weigh in on why. Continue Reading
Tip 14 Feb 2020

8 HR technology trends CHROs should investigate in 2020

Many emerging HR technologies are solidly in the realm of 'must-haves,' while others remain hype. Here's some advice to help you discern which is which. Continue Reading
Feature 13 Feb 2020

How to attract top talent in a competitive hiring market

Finding the best candidates can seem impossible in today's competitive hiring landscape. Use these methods to help you attract even the choosiest candidates. Continue Reading
News 12 Feb 2020

Federal workforce too reliant on degrees, says White House

In its budget proposal, the Trump administration complains that hiring rules hurt its ability to hire those just out of college and can include unnecessary stipulations. It wants that to change. Continue Reading
Feature 10 Feb 2020

Top 2 HR chatbot examples for the experience-driven job market

Chatbots, which use AI to mimic human conversations via natural language interfaces, are increasingly becoming a mainstay in HR. Here's a look at why that matters. Continue Reading
News 22 Jan 2020

Impact of AI on jobs goes on the presidential campaign trail

The impact of AI on jobs is a major issue for employers, who are struggling with how to address it. Robots, automation and AI have become political issues as well. Continue Reading
Feature 20 Jan 2020

Why mobile recruiting is the future

Recruiters can use text recruiting to connect with great candidates. Here's a look at how mobile recruiting works, why it's important and what the future holds. Continue Reading
Feature 16 Jan 2020

Top 2020 HR trends: Employee and candidate experience, AI and more

In 2020, business and HR will need to use technology and lead with the employee and candidate experience top of mind. Here's what to know. Continue Reading
Feature 08 Jan 2020

5 recruiting ideas for 2020 HR should explore

The fight for top talent requires planning and turning to new approaches. Here are five recruitment strategies you can use to attract the right job candidates for your company. Continue Reading
News 20 Dec 2019

Affect recognition technology in crosshairs of Illinois lawmaker

The Illinois lawmaker who authored the first AI hiring bill has another in the works. This time, he's focused on the use of AI to identify emotions, or affect recognition. Continue Reading
News 20 Dec 2019

How Amazon HR influences hiring trends

Amazon recently reached the 750,000 employee mark. As the company gets larger, so does its potential to shape wages and hiring. But its HR influence is a matter of debate. Continue Reading
Feature 16 Dec 2019

Top 3 ways talent pros can adapt to changing recruitment trends

Emerging technology in recruiting -- such as recruiting AI and chatbots -- is gradually becoming the norm. Here are some skills that recruiters can develop to stay competitive. Continue Reading
News 12 Dec 2019

H-1B lottery change may drive increase in visa applicants

The U.S. is launching an H-1B electronic registration system in March. It should make the process of applying for a visa easier, users say. That is if it works. Continue Reading
News 09 Dec 2019

As hiring booms, HR survey raises warning for recruiters

Job candidates will reject a job offer if the employer makes missteps in the recruiting process, a new HR survey reports. Continue Reading
News 03 Dec 2019

Cornell researchers call for AI transparency in automated hiring

Researchers at Cornell University want vendors to disclose how automated hiring systems are making hiring recommendations. They say it's the only way to know they're fair. Continue Reading
Feature 03 Dec 2019

Why reducing hiring bias isn't easy

Because people may harbor hidden biases, diversity and inclusion initiatives can be difficult to execute. Take an in-depth look at the issue and learn whether AI can help. Continue Reading
News 19 Nov 2019

As politics heat up, so do hiring bias worries

The political polarization in the nation is also causing problems in the workplace. Political discussions are more common, and it may impact hiring choices. Continue Reading
Guide 06 Nov 2019

HR mobile apps for employees strengthen HCM strategies

HR mobility management applications play a key role in recruiting, onboarding, talent management, engagements and, ultimately, workforce retention and productivity. Continue Reading