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With Jobvite Hire, DataSift Harnesses Social Power to Promote Seamless Candidate Communication
Technology Category
- Functional Applications - Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP)
- Functional Applications - Remote Monitoring & Control Systems
Applicable Industries
- Software
- Professional Service
Applicable Functions
- Human Resources
- Business Operation
Services
- Software Design & Engineering Services
- System Integration
The Challenge
In 2012, DataSift's recruiting department faced significant challenges in internal and external communication processes. The company lacked a structured recruiting management system, leading to a lack of transparency and streamlined communication tools necessary for moving candidates through the hiring process. Despite its strong social media presence, DataSift recruiters were not leveraging internal networks to extend their reach across the company's global footprint. The global nature of the company, with offices in three different countries, added complexity to the hiring process, making it difficult to maintain consistency and efficiency. Cultural differences in recruiting, interview methods, and job-seeking behaviors across regions further complicated the process, necessitating a tailored approach for each international office.
About The Customer
DataSift Inc. is a leading social data platform that serves over 1,000 customers in more than 40 countries. The company specializes in unifying social data to help businesses understand their customers better and make strategic decisions. DataSift excels in social communication, boasting nearly 20,000 followers on Twitter. However, in 2012, the company's recruiting department struggled with internal and external communication, lacking the necessary structure and tools to streamline the hiring process. Despite its strong social media presence, DataSift's recruiters were not effectively leveraging internal networks to extend their reach globally. The company needed a more organized and accessible system to improve its hiring strategy and candidate communication.
The Solution
DataSift adopted Jobvite Hire to address its recruiting challenges. Jobvite Hire provided a structured and consistent approach to the entire recruiting process, integrating social media and job boards to enhance reach and communication. The Applicant Tracking System (ATS) offered by Jobvite allowed DataSift to streamline its hiring process, making it more transparent and candidate-centric. The integration of social media and job boards enabled DataSift to broadcast job openings internally and externally, attracting more candidates and improving employee referrals. Jobvite's customizable tasks and approval tools allowed hiring managers to access and manage the hiring process efficiently, ensuring that everyone was aware of a candidate's status at all times. This improved internal communication and productivity, significantly reducing the time-to-hire.
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