3 ways to drive business efficiency and technology at scale with the right hiring platform
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If you’re a technology leader, your team likely feels pressure from all sides of the business when it comes to selecting and maintaining your company’s tools – including the support of your People team’s hiring platform. However, did you know that being involved in the hiring process itself, especially early on, allows you to better support company goals and smooth out the overall operation of the technology used to hire? Let’s explore three ways choosing the right hiring platform can positively impact a technical team, from daily tasks to building a strong foundation.
1. Tech stack consolidation
As a technology leader, your priority might be to find a hiring platform that meets both your business needs and those of your team. Opt for software that is flexible, intuitive and integrates well with your existing systems. Choosing a robust hiring platform reduces technical complexity and helps in the adoption of AI and automation. According to Salesforce, 95% of IT leaders face integration challenges that hinder AI adoption, making seamless integration a strategic priority.
Ease of use and reliability are also crucial when selecting a hiring platform. Research indicates that 70% of tech leaders see a direct link between ease of use and increased productivity. Simplified and user-friendly interfaces, like those offered in Greenhouse, reduce the learning curve and speed up technology implementation. Moreover, a good platform ensures data management and synchronization. For instance, Greenhouse integrates with Workday and ADP Workforce Now, keeping your hiring software and HRIS platform in sync for seamless data updates and management.
Greenhouse is extremely intuitive and requires little ramp-up time. We’re already seeing a positive response from our hiring managers, candidates and teammates.– Angelic Gibson, CIO, AvidXchange
2. Leverage AI as a tool and an assistant
In recent years, we’ve seen remarkable advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). For technical teams, adopting an automated, AI-powered platform can help greatly improve business operations. Salesforce recently reported that 85% of IT leaders anticipate AI will enhance developer productivity. Recruitment teams leveraging AI can reap tangible benefits from high-quality AI-enhanced hiring platforms, like Greenhouse, that can help parse resumes to reduce bias in hiring and help recruiters connect with candidates more efficiently.
For example, Angelic Gibson, CIO at AvidXchange, found that Greenhouse’s AI features improved their hiring process by reducing time-to-hire by 20% while enhancing the quality of hires. Thanks to its ability to analyze resumes and social media activities comprehensively, Greenhouse excels in identifying candidates with critical technical skills and cultural fit.
3. Protect your data with the right platform
Nowadays, cybersecurity threats have become more commonplace. However, using the right hiring platform to hire skilled technical talent is essential for protecting sensitive company and employee data. As a tech leader, you need to proactively suggest tools and programs that comply with industry regulations and standards, such as General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). A great hiring platform securely manages personal data, adhering to strict regulations to prevent breaches and unauthorized access. Skilled technical professionals create and maintain secure systems, conduct regular audits and monitor data practices to protect sensitive information.
Automated user access management is also essential. Greenhouse uses the System for Cross-Domain Identity Management (SCIM) protocol for automatic provisioning and de-provisioning, allowing for secure access without manual intervention. Additionally, our Audit Log feature tracks important events, enhancing data security by recording access and changes to information. Using these tools allows you to drive overall operational efficiency while maintaining the strictest compliance standards.
When technology leaders ensure People teams are investing in the right hiring software for more efficient, effective and strategic downstream maintenance, they also gain the benefit of recruiting top talent for their own teams. By adopting a high-quality hiring system, organizations can attract talent that enhances operations and problem-solving abilities. Strategic use of hiring tools and resources optimizes technical performance, allowing the recruitment of individuals dedicated to increasing uptime and minimizing downtime.
Superior hiring platforms like Greenhouse do just that – boosting both economic and business efficiency throughout an organization. Success begins with making the best hires, and for technical teams, this means promoting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the organization with the right hiring software investment.
Check out our new eBook, “Unlock business success through better hiring,” to learn more about how technology stakeholders can help set their business up for success with structured hiring.
Giovany Vasquez
is a Content Specialist at Greenhouse where he creates hiring work tech content to help inspire and guide forward-thinking businesses. When he's not at work, you can find him with his nose in a book or binging the latest television series. Keep the conversation growing with Giovany on LinkedIn or through the Greenhouse LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.