E-recruitment and Applicant Tracking System : New age of technology based applicant screening. Threat or opportunity?

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to provide reader with in-depth information of new technological instruments, which recruiters apply in order mitigate application data. This study examines how applicant tracking system has integrated in Finnish organizations´ human resource department and how it helps managing labour force.

This case study was executed in nature of qualitative research, where subjected organizations were interviewed via telephone and e-mail conversations. Findings were analyzed to elaborate and contextualize an untapped potential of e-recruitment processes and applicant tracking system.

E-recruitment and ATS became more influential in recruitment processes and important element in web-based recruitment. As labor market shifts more and more in digital platforms, the importance of processing tools is emphasized.

Efficiency of e-recruitment and ATS were examined by inquiring and analyzing survey data of systems utilization in human resource management in Finland. Findings aim to present advantages and opportunities that are made possible through automated electronic tools for experienced users in Finnish organizations.