Reducing time-to-hire matters. Delays in hiring don’t just slow productivity; they also increase costs, lead to missed opportunities, and can damage a company’s reputation with candidates. A slow hiring process risks losing top talent to quicker competitors and impacts internal teams that may be stretched thin by unfilled roles. Improving time-to-hire makes your business more agile, responsive, and competitive.
1. Implementing applicant tracking systems (ATS)
It's very easy to get overwhelmed and confused when you’re talking to multiple applicants. You need an Applicant Tracking System (ATS).
ATS tools allow businesses to automate job posting, CV filing, and candidate filtering. Keeping the entire candidate journey in one system makes start-to-finish tracking second nature. According to Jobscan, 98% of Fortune 500 companies use an ATS.
What can an ATS do for you?
- CV Screening: Save time by allowing the ATS to rank resumes based on keywords and qualifications.
- Data-Driven Decisions: Analytics provided by ATS can identify weak spots in your process and improve your hiring strategy.
2. AI and machine learning for candidate screening
We’re using AI for almost everything else now, so it make sense to look for hiring applications too. AI tools can evaluate and shortlist candidates based on their skills, experience, and cultural fit. By using Natural Language Processing (NLP), AI algorithms can match job requirements with candidates CVs and cover letters, giving you a shortlist in record time. Always combine AI tools with human oversight to maintain fairness and diversity, ensuring that the technology supports (rather than replaces) informed decision-making.
What will AI bring to the table?
- AI tools shorten time-to-hire by as much as to 30%, according to Deloitte
- You’ll be one step closure to eliminating bias, AI focuses purely on skills and qualifications.
3. Onboard better with digital platforms
Onboarding can give your perfect new hire an impressive, sleek new start, or it can be a time-consuming chore. According to Glassdoor, organisations with strong onboarding processes improve new hire retention by 82% and productivity by over 70%.
Why you need digital onboarding.
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Automated documentation: Store and manage your paperwork digitally to speed up the onboarding process, and make sure nothing is misplaced.
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Interactive training modules: Get everyone up to speed from day one, tools like customisable onboarding checklists make is easier to know what stage of training your new hires are on, and give a clear onboarding framework.
4. Bring in the pros.
We probably know more than you do about hiring for the tech industry, probably more than you want to know, or have time to learn. Sometimes, the best solution is to partner with recruiting experts who understand your industry, company culture, and specific hiring needs. So, next time you’re looking for a niche role, or have a high volume of roles to fill, outsource it.
We take a bit more time getting to know you, your business, and the role you need to fill, so we don;t waste your time with candidates that we don’t already know you’re going to love
How we can help
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Efficient processes:
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Time-to-hire: 28 days or less for permanent roles, 5 days for contract talent.
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A 2:1 interview-to-hire ratio, reducing wasted time and effort.
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Ongoing candidate management: Feedback loops at day 1, week 1, month 1, 3, and 6 to ensure success and retention.
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Industry expertise: We do this every day, we have deep insights into industry trends and candidate expectations. Then, we know how to assess candidates effectively to find you a good match.
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Broader talent pool: The best talent may not be looking for a new job actively, but they may be open to the right opportunity if it comes along. We can help reach those people
