7 Key Features of Applicant Tracking Systems

Applicant repository, workflow automation & compliance tool to centrally collect & manage applications through the recruitment stages

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7 Pivotal Features of ATS

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#1 Job posting

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#2 Social Media Integration

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#3 Collection and sorting of applications

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#4 Consolidated storage of profiles

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#5 Collaborating with teammates

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#6 Messaging and interview schedulers

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#7 Onboarding

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To understand key benefits of ATS, read “Key Benefits of ATS”

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