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View all featured posts, articles by Rudy Crous, (Corporate Psychologist, Compono CEO and Co-founder), or filter below for your desired topic.

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Applicant Tracking System (ATS) (2)

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Can an ATS actually improve hiring outcomes?

Yes, an ATS can actually improve hiring outcomes, but only if it does more than just store resumes.

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How to choose the best hiring platform in ACT

The best hiring platform in ACT is one that moves beyond basic resume sorting to evaluate candidates on skills, qualifications, and work personality,...

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How to choose the best applicant tracking system in Victoria

The best applicant tracking system in Victoria is one that moves beyond basic resume sorting to evaluate candidates on skills, qualifications, and...

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How to choose recruitment software providers in Wollongong

Finding the right recruitment software providers in Wollongong means looking beyond basic applicant tracking and choosing a platform that actually...

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How HR generalists use ATS to build high-performing teams

HR generalists use an ATS (Applicant Tracking System) to automate repetitive administrative tasks, objectively screen candidates using behavioural...

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Who needs an ATS? A guide to upgrading your hiring process

Any business hiring more than five people a year or struggling to keep track of candidates across scattered email threads needs an Applicant Tracking...

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Choosing a hiring platform for New Zealand businesses

A hiring platform for New Zealand businesses is a centralised software system that moves recruitment beyond basic applicant tracking by combining job...

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How to choose the best recruitment software for schools

The right recruitment software for schools evaluates candidates for culture fit, manages high application volumes, and builds reliable talent pools...

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How to evaluate ATS vendors in ANZ for smarter hiring

Navigating the crowded market of ATS vendors in ANZ requires looking past basic applicant tracking to find platforms that actually predict candidate...

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How to implement ATS software without disrupting your hiring

To implement an ATS successfully, you need to map your hiring workflows and define your assessment criteria long before you configure the software.

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