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In 2025, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are widely adopted across organisations of all sizes. Nearly 99% of all Fortune 500 companies regularly use ATS platforms. 94% of recruiters agree that their ATS has had a positive impact on their hiring processes, further showcasing the competitive advantage of having the right candidate tracking system in place.

An applicant tracking system (ATS) helps recruiters save time by automating repetitive manual tasks such as job posting, CV screening, interview scheduling, and candidate engagement. This enables recruiters to focus on attracting and engaging top talent, instead of having to spend most of their day managing administrative work.

The job market is highly competitive, yet even the most talented new hires can become disengaged, overwhelmed, or even leave if they don’t feel they’ve been welcomed properly with all they need to start in their new role. That’s where employee onboarding comes in. If structured well and thoughtfully, this process turns promising new recruits into confident, productive team members.

Factoring in the size of the recruitment sector, it’s no surprise that there are countless tools and systems available to try and make the hiring process simpler for recruitment teams across many sectors. Here is a quick overview to what an ATS system is and how it can help you achieve.

Choosing between an Applicant Tracking System and an HR Suite that has a ‘Recruiting Module’ can be a difficult task. While there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ answer for all organisations, in this blog, we explore the key differences between ATS and HRIS, including how these recruitment tools can be applied in practice. Aiming to help you make an informed decision and choose the right system to meet the needs of your organisation.

IHR Live Manchester 2025 offered a great variety of sessions, ranging from discussions on AI in talent acquisition, the importance of a strong EVP, fostering diversity, attracting talent when budgets are tight, empowering neurodiverse talent throughout the recruitment process and much more!

Research and thought leadership suggesting that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the answer to the challenges that Talent Acquisition Teams face is plentiful. However, the consensus on AI Recruitment tools is mixed, with some recruitment teams raving about the time saving potential through using such tools, allowing recruiters to spend more time engaging with the candidates. Meanwhile, others believe it removes the human touch from the recruitment process, negatively affecting candidate experience.

In this blog, we explore the benefits of Recruitment Marketing, the tools that drive better results, the importance of recruitment data, and a real-life example of how effective Recruitment Marketing strategies can lead to success.

Employee referrals offer an opportunity to connect with qualified candidates who are likely to be a better cultural fit through trusted employee networks. This sourcing channel also offers a faster and cheaper way to hire than some other channels, allowing organisations to onboard great talent fast. Despite the benefits, a large number of recruitment teams aren’t utilising this untapped talent opportunity.