How to Approach Searching for Recruitment Software

“Things to consider”

Presenter: Ben Davies

Start-up Lifestyle Established

…and in 24 months time?

What type of Recruiter are you today?

Where does it hurt?

Owner/Managers don’t always get the pain?Ask the team

1. CV parsing/Harvesting2. Logging all communications3. Mailshots/PR/News Letters4. Management reporting5. Bogged down with Administration

Identify YOUR key areas to improve….

1. Speed 2. Accountability3. Compliance4. Reduce costs 5. Gain control – KPI’s6. Increase Pipeline Business

Measure the Stress in your business

1. Too many CV’s in? submitted? 2. Binned applicants 3. Time to fill4. Regular liaison with Clients/Candidates5. Closing the sale6. Staff retention

Get recommendations before you ask Google

There are 200+ suppliers of Recruitment software globally

50+ ‘Recruitment Software ‘Advisors’ – tread carefully Trusted bodies REC \ APSCO \ TEAM

Focus on the basics

• Bare minimum?• Legal and compliance requirements?• Data imports / conversion?• Integration issues? • Budget?

‘FREE’ software can blow your budget

• Consider a trial • Credit check your provider • Proper support is not a luxury item • Can you get your data back? (usable format)• Technology – Catching up or looking ahead?

Perfect planning and preparation, prevents poor performance.

• Post-it notes - define your current processes • Ensure staff embrace rather than fight the

change• Reward proper use of the solution –

commission helps• Lead by example

• Review your proposal.• Build your perfect long term relationship.• There IS small print

Can you afford the Divorce?

“read the Terms & Conditions” - I’ve spoken to people who don’t know their current contract is a rolling 2 year auto-renewing contract with 90 days notice.

What goes wrong?

Transparent working won’t please everyone Your processes may be the biggest hurdle Increased sales will pressure ‘Back-office’ function

Spare time = Company blog Company News letter Monthly Press Release Position yourself as a ‘thought leader’

And Finally – Your Free Guides

ben.davies@voyagersoftware.com+44 (0)800 008 6262

Thanks and Good luck!

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