Everything you need to know about Data-Driven Recruitment

Everything around us is driven by technology and analytics. Then why not recruitment? AI and data analytics are a must in order to ensure better hires for your organization.

While tech has seen significant development in this area, data driven recruitment requires more effort.  

Too much data inflow and lack of efficient use of the same is a common challenge all companies face. A data-driven approach helps organizations process the data more usefully’. 

Through data-driven recruitment, HR professionals can figure out where:

1. The platform most candidates use to apply.
2. The area where candidates lose interest in applying.
3. The reason behind a low response rate, etc.

It is important to remember that data and technology go together. Effective data gives insights into what needs to be improved in the hiring process. Using efficient technology can help you take those initiatives.

Benefits of inculcating technology and data in hiring

Find the most-used sourcing channels:

How many platforms used by your company for job applications actually proved fruitful? Through data-driven sourcing, you can analyze the best ones for finding candidates. 

Elimination of bias in hiring:

Manual hiring will always involve some amount of human bias. Data-driven recruitment helps in removing personal bias. Tangible data calls for a more objective decision-making process.

A bird-eye view of the entire hiring process: 

Data-driven hiring offers insights into how your candidates feel about the entire recruiting process. Figure out reasons behind why the process lacks enough response, the steps required to achieve good results, and other such factors.

Saves expenses and time: 

Setting the necessary parameters reduces the efforts required towards the entire process. It also gives a clear picture of the expectations out of the candidates and what you have to offer.

Saving that amount in hiring, it can be used for employee retention and satisfaction. This can help in reducing the overall employee turnover cost for the organization. 

Better and more specific candidate applications: 

You’re getting a huge number of applicants for a role. That’s great. However, it is also extra effort which does not offer good Return on Investment. More than often, not all candidates are eligible for the role. With the correct goals and objectives already aligned, data-driven hiring ensures candidate applications from only those who match the requirements. This, in turn, helps in ensuring a better candidate experience.

Conclusion

It is pretty understandable that in today’s fast-processing world of digitization and advancements, technology and data is mandatory for companies receiving a huge inflow of applications for particular job roles.