Choosing the right talent acquisition software for your staffing agency’s needs is imperative. There are a number of different software options out there, but each company is unique, and you need the one that will work best for you. Here are some things you should consider when choosing talent acquisition software in order to make sure your choice meets your specific needs.
Total Support
Technical support, especially during initial implementation, is essential for you to get the ideal experience out of a software. Depending on the level of technical expertise within your organization, you’ll probably want access to trained technical support 24 hours a day Monday through Friday, either by phone or email. Many software companies even have individual team members overseeing accounts, so that you have an expert taking care of your needs. Support is the one of the first things your staffing agency should look for in talent acquisition software.
Scalability and Customization
As your business grows, your software should be able to grow naturally with you. This doesn’t mean buying extra modules and other additions – it means that when you expand you can scale your software solutions accordingly without having to migrate data servers or purchase additional services. Also, not all agencies have all the same needs – “one-size-fits-all” really means “inflexible.” Determine the scalability and customization options of all the software you are considering. These will come in handy down the line as your agency develops.
Effective Yet Easy
Any good product should be powerful without sacrificing ease of use. Read the reviews for each option you are considering. What do other staffing agencies have to say about this particular software? What do the technical people think about it? There is a ton of information available to help you make an informed choice.
Value is Everything
This is all simple ROI calculations, but it is important to get the most value out of anything that you implement. When choosing software, weigh the above three factors together to determine its overall value to your agency. If a software is very difficult to navigate, for example, the fact that it comes with excellent support services probably doesn’t matter – you don’t want to have to use them constantly! And if the software works perfectly for your company now but doesn’t offer many options to expand, it may not be the best long-term investment. Make sure to keep all these considerations in mind when weighing your options.
