Technology is changing the face of many organizational processes, and recruitment is no exception. Though many changes have taken place in the recruitment process in the past, such as the use of applicant tracking systems, more changes are underway.
Below are some trends that are likely to reshape the process of recruitment and selection in the coming years.
Social Recruiting
Social media is increasingly being used by recruiters to identify potential candidates for different positions within their organization. Some companies use social media to learn more about their prospective candidates, their preferences, work history, hobbies and more, and this information helps them to determine whether a particular candidate is right for a position. Other than background checks, some recruiters use social sites such as LinkedIn (News - Alert) to reach out to candidates who have the right skills and experience for the given job. In this sense, social media has made recruitment more relevant, immediate and proactive, according to Ventures Africa.
Presenting Content to Candidates
To attract the right talent, it is important to give candidates the information they need about the organization. Providing such content helps candidates to get a good feel about the company's culture, career development opportunities, CSR (News - Alert) and more. With such information, candidates are in a better position to determine if a particular company is a good fit for their professional aspirations.
Mobile World
As mobile technology improves, more people prefer to browse or apply for jobs from their smartphones. Going forward, these numbers are only going to increase because of faster connectivity and the easy availability of a wide range of smartphones. Hence, it is important for companies looking to find great candidates to optimize their job advertisements for mobile devices too.
In short, technology is having a big positive impact on recruitment by making the process more transparent and relevant for both recruiters and job seekers.
Edited by Alisen Downey