# Best Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) - Page 16 *By [Grace Savides](https://research.g2.com/insights/author/grace-savides)* Applicant tracking systems (ATS) source, screen, and build pipelines to manage candidates for open positions. Recruiters, HR teams, and hiring managers use these tools to create and distribute job postings, parse resumes, schedule interviews, and manage documents like cover letters and references. In addition, an ATS also automates time-consuming manual tasks like scheduling interviews, communicating next steps, and sending alerts to candidates. An ATS also tracks and reports metrics like time-to-hire and cost-to-hire, enabling companies to optimize the return-on-investment (ROI) of recruiting software investments. To best secure top of funnel hiring, this recruiting software ties into greater recruiting features such as [job boards](https://www.g2.com/categories/job-board), [employee referral software](https://www.g2.com/categories/employee-referral), [recruitment marketing platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-marketing), [video interviewing software](https://www.g2.com/categories/video-interviewing), [interview scheduling software](https://www.g2.com/categories/interview-scheduling), [onboarding software](https://www.g2.com/categories/onboarding-software), and [recruitment platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-platforms). Some ATS may offer [candidate relationship management software](https://www.g2.com/categories/candidate-relationship-management) capabilities to help recruiters proactively discover and nurture potential candidates via email marketing, scheduling, and periodic communications. Recruitment professionals across industries use applicant tracking tools to extract a candidate’s educational background, skills, and work histories from a resume, enabling recruiters to find the most qualified candidates for their organization. These tools allow hiring teams to acquire and manage candidates from multiple sources, including social media, referrals, and job board websites. An ATS also ensures collaborative hiring, coordinates multiple calendars while scheduling interviews, and integrates with existing recruiting software to boost hiring process efficiency. To qualify for inclusion in the Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) category, a product must: - Collect, sort, and screen resumes, parsing associated candidate information - Flag qualified candidates and match them with opportunities - Build talent pools within a customizable workflow - Enable communication between HR personnel, hiring managers, recruiters, and candidates - Track, analyze, and manage the candidate experience - Allow for interview feedback such as notes or scorecards and include or integrate with interview scheduling - Provide reporting and analytics on the effectiveness of the interview process, composition of the talent pool, or time-based metrics - Post jobs on relevant boards or integrate with job posting software ## Top Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) at a Glance | # | Product | Rating | Best For | What Users Say | |---|---------|--------|----------|----------------| | 1 | [Greenhouse](https://www.g2.com/products/greenhouse/reviews) | 4.4/5.0 (3,830 reviews) | Structured recruiting pipelines | "[Makes talent acquisition seamless](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/greenhouse-review-11398296)" | | 2 | [Deel Hire](https://www.g2.com/products/deel-hire/reviews) | 4.8/5.0 (5,809 reviews) | Global hiring workflows | "[All Contracts in One Place with Easy Invoicing, Tax Forms, and Payment Tracking](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/deel-hire-review-12853950)" | | 3 | [BambooHR](https://www.g2.com/products/bamboohr/reviews) | 4.4/5.0 (5,083 reviews) | HR-connected applicant tracking | "[All Employee Information in One Convenient Place](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/bamboohr-review-12949854)" | | 4 | [Rippling](https://www.g2.com/products/rippling/reviews) | 4.8/5.0 (11,423 reviews) | Hiring-to-HR automation | "[Everything in One Place: Streamlining HR, Payroll, Benefits, and IT](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/rippling-review-12913744)" | | 5 | [Bullhorn](https://www.g2.com/products/bullhorn/reviews) | 4.2/5.0 (1,175 reviews) | Staffing recruitment workflows | "[Versatile Tool with Powerful Automations and Seamless Integrations](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/bullhorn-review-12097981)" | | 6 | [JobDiva](https://www.g2.com/products/jobdiva/reviews) | 4.7/5.0 (1,737 reviews) | Staffing enterprise recruiting | "[Organized Recruitment Process, Quick Sourcing with JobDiva](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/jobdiva-review-11911062)" | | 7 | [UKG Ready](https://www.g2.com/products/ukg-ready/reviews) | 4.4/5.0 (2,367 reviews) | Customizable HR hiring workflows | "[Intuitive, Fast, and Insightful—UKG Ready Delivers Real Workflow Efficiency](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/ukg-ready-review-12643555)" | | 8 | [Ceipal ATS](https://www.g2.com/products/ceipal-ats/reviews) | 4.7/5.0 (1,415 reviews) | Staffing talent acquisition | "[Powerful ATS with integration features](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/ceipal-ats-review-11494385)" | | 9 | [Teamtailor](https://www.g2.com/products/teamtailor/reviews) | 4.6/5.0 (432 reviews) | Talent attraction workflows | "[User-Friendly Pipeline and Automation That Streamline Hiring](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/teamtailor-review-12952386)" | | 10 | [Workable](https://www.g2.com/products/workable/reviews) | 4.4/5.0 (687 reviews) | All-in-one hiring process | "[Nice solution with to quickly post a job across dozens of platforms at once](https://www.g2.com/survey_responses/workable-review-12471453)" | ## How Many Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Products Does G2 Track? **Total Products under this Category:** 439 ### Category Stats (Jun 2026) - **Average Rating**: 4.45/5 The average rating of products in this category, based on all submitted ratings - **New Reviews This Quarter**: 910 - **Buyer Segments**: Mid-Market 52% │ Small-Business 32% │ Enterprise 16% Represents the distribution of reviewers across all products in this category. - **Top Trending Product**: Rexx Suite (+0.267) - Among all products in this category, Rexx Suite recorded the largest rating increase compared to last month *Last updated: June 01, 2026* ## How Does G2 Rank Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) Products? **Why You Can Trust G2's Software Rankings:** - 30 Analysts and Data Experts - 95,000+ Authentic Reviews - 439+ Products - Unbiased Rankings G2's software rankings are built on verified user reviews, rigorous moderation, and a consistent research methodology maintained by a team of analysts and data experts. 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[Litera CE Manager](https://www.g2.com/products/litera-ce-manager/reviews) CE Manager provides accurate and up-to-date compliance rules and calculations. It allows firms to ensure compliance across jurisdictions, automate processes, and integrate with existing HR systems and content providers. Benefits of CE Manager: CLE Tracking and Education at Your Fingertips CE Manager is an industry leader in CLE compliance. Its user-friendly LMS is designed to promote learning and development for the entire firm. Create a Learning Culture Customize learning plans and deliver on-demand CLE content via mobile devices to your attorneys and clients to foster business development. Automated Compliance Automate tracking requirements, mitigating compliance risks, and ensure a high level of detail around rules. Automatically generate compliance reports in required formats. CE Manager: Create a Learning Culture Proven technology to manage continuing education and compliance. A user-friendly LMS designed to promote learning and development for the entire firm. Keep Your Attorneys and Employees Compliant CE Manager is a continuously updated LMS and CLE tracking system and monitors attorney CLE and CPD compliance in 200 licenses worldwide. CE Manager has a compliance team that monitors CLE rules and provides summaries that are easy to read. Manage Your Firm’s Risk CE Manager allows you to run firm-wide compliance reports to show that attorneys are practicing in good standing, reducing risk, and showing clients the firm is compliant. Accredited Provider Reporting Accredited CLE providers must provide year-end reports that can take days if not weeks to create. CE Manager provides year-end reports that accurately populate in the required format, saving time and reducing errors. CLE Certificate of Attendance Repository Store all CLE certificates electronically for easy access and automatically generate CLE certificates. Seamless In-House Course Management Create branded invites for different programs such as a Litigation Skills Academy, IT training, or a specific client program. All enrollments are followed by an integrated Outlook calendar appointment, keeping everyone on track. Track Your E-Learning Content Upload videos for access 24/7 on mobile with credits automatically posted upon completion. Viewers see a “pop up” while watching that many jurisdictions require for credit. Third-party content can be uploaded so that no credits get missed. Learning Plans and Frameworks Create multiple Learning Plans based on role or level that set uniform education expectations for individuals or departments. Robust Integrations We partner with third-party content providers so credits earned on those platforms get recorded in CE Manager. Our API accepts data from multiple sources, including your HRIS. **Average Rating:** 4.3/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2 **How Do G2 Users Rate Litera CE Manager?** - **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 9.0/10) - **Performance:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.9/10) **Who Is the Company Behind Litera CE Manager?** - **Seller:** [Litera](https://www.g2.com/sellers/litera) - **Year Founded:** 1995 - **HQ Location:** Chicago, Illinois - **Twitter:** @Litera_AI (1,659 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/literamicrosystems/ (1,539 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Company Size:** 50% Enterprise, 50% Small-Business ### 2. [Longlist](https://www.g2.com/products/longlist/reviews) Longlist is a Recruiting CRM and ATS for fast growing recruitment and staffing firms. **Average Rating:** 4.9/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 17 **How Do G2 Users Rate Longlist?** - **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?:** 9.8/10 (Category avg: 9.0/10) - **Performance:** 9.7/10 (Category avg: 8.9/10) **Who Is the Company Behind Longlist?** - **Seller:** [LongList](https://www.g2.com/sellers/longlist) - **HQ Location:** Delaware - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/longlist (2 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Top Industries:** Staffing and Recruiting - **Company Size:** 82% Small-Business, 12% Mid-Market ### 3. [mana HR](https://www.g2.com/products/mana-hr/reviews) mana HR is all-in-one recruiting software for growing mid-sized companies in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland) with 250 to 2,000 employees. The platform covers the entire hiring process: applicant tracking, career page builder, multiposting across 60+ curated job boards, team communication, onboarding, and real-time recruiting analytics. Flatrate pricing with unlimited users, jobs, and applications. mana HR is built for two situations. First: your hiring is growing, but your processes have not kept up. Applications are scattered across email inboxes, Excel sheets track candidates manually, and hiring managers keep asking for status updates. mana HR replaces that setup with structured recruiting from day one. One job ad reaches Google for Jobs, the German Federal Employment Agency(BA-Plugin), major DACH job boards, and social media channels automatically. Incoming applications are centralized, standard workflows run on autopilot, and real-time KPIs like time-to-hire, conversion rates, and drop-off insights replace manual reporting. Second: your current recruiting tool is no longer delivering. The talent pool has become hard to manage, workflows do not map to how your team actually works, and reporting does not go deep enough. Companies switch to mana HR from tools like Softgarden, Teamtailor, or d.vinci for more flexible workflows, a talent pool that works in daily use, and three-tier reporting: standard dashboards, custom reports on request, and Power BI integration. mana HR also integrates alongside existing HR suites such as Personio, Infoniqa, rexx, or SAP SuccessFactors through its open REST API. Microsoft Outlook and SSO are standard integrations. The platform is fully GDPR-compliant and hosted exclusively in certified German data centers (AWS Frankfurt, Hetzner). Daily backups and 24/7 monitoring ensure maximum security and system stability. BA-Plugin, Austrian salary fields, and works-council-compliant workflows are built in as standard. Every customer is assigned a dedicated Customer Success Manager who guides the initial rollout and conducts regular reviews. The support team responds within four hours. Setup takes 2 to 8 weeks depending on complexity. Customers in the DACH mid-market include APCOA Parking (1,400 employees), Universitätsklinikum Jena (5,600 employees), Linnenbecker (800 employees, 25 locations), and Valeta Group (200 employees, 3-week rollout). **Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **How Do G2 Users Rate mana HR?** - **Performance:** 8.3/10 (Category avg: 8.9/10) **Who Is the Company Behind mana HR?** - **Seller:** [mana](https://www.g2.com/sellers/mana-e3471da1-98f1-4357-ad93-24934b8e81e0) - **Year Founded:** 2019 - **HQ Location:** Fürth, DE - **LinkedIn® Page:** http://www.linkedin.com/company/mana-hr-toolbox (7 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Company Size:** 100% Mid-Market #### What Are mana HR's Pros and Cons? **Pros:** - Comprehensive Information (1 reviews) - User Interface (1 reviews) **Cons:** - Difficult Learning (1 reviews) ### 4. [Martian Logic](https://www.g2.com/products/martian-logic/reviews) General Overview: Martian Logic is an Australian-based HR technology company providing a comprehensive, cloud-based Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Founded in North Sydney, the company specializes in streamlining the entire employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to performance management and offboarding—through a single, integrated SaaS platform. Designed to serve as a "single source of truth" for HR data, the Martian Logic platform replaces fragmented spreadsheets and legacy systems with a dynamic, all-in-one ecosystem. The software is built to handle complex workforce structures, offering deep compliance capabilities (including Australian Fair Work compliance), automated workflows, and enterprise-grade organizational charting. Unlike modular systems that require complex integrations, Martian Logic offers a unified architecture where data flows organically between modules. This ensures that when a candidate is hired via the Applicant Tracking System (ATS), their data seamlessly populates the onboarding module, payroll connectors, and the central employee database without manual data entry. Key Products & Features: Core HR & Employee Database: A central repository for all employee data, featuring self-healing organizational charts and a comprehensive position library that links roles to remuneration and reporting lines. Recruitment (ATS): An end-to-end Applicant Tracking System that manages requisitions, job postings, talent pools, and candidate communication. Onboarding & Offboarding: Automated workflows for generating contracts, digital signing, provisioning, and managing exit interviews to ensure a smooth transition for employees entering or leaving the organization. Compliance Management: Built-in tools to manage certifications, visa rights, and regulatory requirements, ensuring organizations remain audit-ready and compliant. Employee Self-Service (ESS): A mobile-friendly portal allowing staff to manage their personal details, access payslips, request leave, and view company policies independently. Performance & Lifecycle Management: Tools for managing probation reviews, performance appraisals, and changes in employment conditions (cross-boarding). Company Mission: Martian Logic is dedicated to empowering HR teams by removing the administrative burden of manual data management. By automating operational tasks and ensuring data integrity, the platform enables HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives, culture, and workforce planning. **Who Is the Company Behind Martian Logic?** - **Seller:** [Martian Logic](https://www.g2.com/sellers/martian-logic) - **Company Website:** https://martianlogic.com/ - **Year Founded:** 1999 - **HQ Location:** North Sydney, AU - **Twitter:** @MartianLogicAU (73 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/martianlogic/ (32 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 5. [MHMeRECRUITING](https://www.g2.com/products/mhmerecruiting/reviews) MHM HR is a leading provider of innovative e-recruiting solutions, specializing in applicant management systems tailored for various client needs. Their flagship product, MHMeRECRUITING, is designed to streamline the hiring process with intuitive tools for both applicants and HR professionals, while ensuring data protection and security. They serve a diverse clientele, including social organizations, public authorities, and companies of varying sizes, from small businesses to larger entities. With nearly 25 years of experience, MHM HR is renowned for its personalized customer support and effective recruitment solutions. **Who Is the Company Behind MHMeRECRUITING?** - **Seller:** [MHM HR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/mhm-hr) - **Year Founded:** 2001 - **HQ Location:** Stuttgart, DE - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/mhm-hr/ (11 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 6. [Moka HR](https://www.g2.com/products/moka-hr/reviews) MokaHR is enabling the transformation of hiring processes globally. Official website link：https://www.mokahr.io Founded in 2015, MokaHR is empowering the transformation of hiring processes globally. The company has consistently delivered proven results for diverse industries, including manufacturing, internet, finance, retail, education, and more. To date, our solutions have served over 2,000 established brands, from startups to Global 500 companies. Our AI-powered recruitment platform, Moka Recruiting, uses an innovative, intelligent, and data-driven system to simplify and speed up the hiring process. This allows you and your employees to focus on identifying right candidate, improving the hiring experience for all. MokaHR is backed by prominent investors, including Tiger Global Management, GSR Ventures, Blue Lake Capital AG, Granite Asia, and more. **Who Is the Company Behind Moka HR?** - **Seller:** [Moka HR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/moka-hr) - **Year Founded:** 2015 - **HQ Location:** Singapore, SG - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/mokahr?feedView=all (112 employees on LinkedIn®) #### What Are Moka HR's Pros and Cons? **Pros:** - Ease of Use (5 reviews) - Easy Setup (5 reviews) - Automation (4 reviews) - Implementation Ease (4 reviews) - Applicant Management (3 reviews) **Cons:** - Difficult Learning (1 reviews) - Implementation Challenges (1 reviews) - Lack of Guidance (1 reviews) - Learning Curve (1 reviews) ### 7. [Nalgoo](https://www.g2.com/products/nalgoo/reviews) Nalgoo® is a cloud-based Human Resource (HR) software platform that integrates an Applicant Tracking System (ATS), branded career page builder, and employee referral program into one unified solution. It is designed to help organisations digitalise recruitment, manage candidates more efficiently, and improve employer branding while ensuring compliance with GDPR and data security standards. The platform is particularly suited for medium and large organisations that need scalable, flexible hiring processes. Typical users include HR professionals, recruiters, and hiring managers who benefit from automation, structured workflows, and intuitive interfaces. Nalgoo enables companies to publish job postings, track candidates from application to hire, create branded career sites, and involve employees in talent acquisition through structured referral programs. Key Features AI-Powered Job Design: Generate tailored job descriptions and postings that save time and ensure consistency. Applicant Tracking: CV parsing, prescreening questionnaires, workflow automation, and candidate pipelines. Dual Interfaces: ATS Pro for recruiters with full analytics and campaign management, and ATS Basic for managers with a simplified mobile view. Career Pages: Fully customisable, responsive career sites with branded design, multi-page layouts, and advanced filters. Employee Referral Program: Activate staff networks, manage referrals, and track bonuses in one place. Collaboration Tools: Bulk messaging, templates, LinkedIn plugin, and smooth recruiter–manager communication. Analytics & Reporting: Configurable dashboards, more than 30 real-time reports, and Google Analytics/Tag Manager integration. Security & Compliance: GDPR-compliant with SSL certification, secure hosting, encrypted storage, and automated backups. Benefits ✓ Reduce administrative work and save time with AI and workflow automation. ✓ Strengthen employer branding through branded and mobile-optimised career sites. ✓ Expand candidate reach and engagement with employee referral networks. ✓ Improve collaboration between HR professionals and hiring managers with dual interfaces. ✓ Make data-driven decisions using detailed analytics and reporting. Nalgoo is developed in Europe with a global outlook and continuously evolves based on customer feedback. By combining applicant tracking, career pages, and referral management into one platform, it simplifies recruitment while supporting strategic HR goals. **Who Is the Company Behind Nalgoo?** - **Seller:** [Nalgoo](https://www.g2.com/sellers/nalgoo) - **Year Founded:** 2012 - **HQ Location:** Bratislava, SK - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/nalgoo/ (11 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 8. [Nicoka CABS ATS-CRM](https://www.g2.com/products/nicoka-cabs-ats-crm/reviews) Nicoka CABS is the all-in-one french ATS/CRM made for all recruiters (independant, cabinets, intern). You can manage all your commercial and hiring process, including sourcing, diffusion, parsing, matching and powered by IA. **Who Is the Company Behind Nicoka CABS ATS-CRM?** - **Seller:** [Nicoka](https://www.g2.com/sellers/nicoka) - **Year Founded:** 2009 - **HQ Location:** Angers, FR - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/nicoka (19 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 9. [Nsania ATS](https://www.g2.com/products/nsania-ats/reviews) Cloud-based and AI-enabled applicant tracking system centralizing hiring processes. It provides a branded career page with unlimited job postings and offers pipeline management with filtering, tagging, and reporting. It analyzes applications, generates interview questions, and provides translation features. The platform includes multi-channel sourcing, candidate management tools, and statistics tracking for hiring efforts and individual roles. **Who Is the Company Behind Nsania ATS?** - **Seller:** [Nsania](https://www.g2.com/sellers/nsania) - **HQ Location:** N/A - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/No-Linkedin-Presence-Added-Intentionally-By-DataOps (1 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 10. [Occy](https://www.g2.com/products/occy/reviews) At Smart Recruit Online we ensure that you can quickly find and hire the best talent online for less. We go well beyond the traditional ATS, combining talent attraction with recruitment management for a best-in-class solution. **Who Is the Company Behind Occy?** - **Seller:** [Smart Recruit Online](https://www.g2.com/sellers/smart-recruit-online) - **Year Founded:** 2010 - **HQ Location:** San Francisco, US - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/smartrecruiters/ (704 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 11. [Offerday ATS](https://www.g2.com/products/offerday-ats/reviews) Offerday provides a small business hiring and customer management platform and an enterprise ATS Integration AI tool suite. From small to large volume hiring, Offerday provides multiple solutions. Our AI Native enterprise suite offers candidate scoring, AI Interviewing capabilities and our patented ApplicantIQ software to better understand how well candidates align to a company and specific job. **Who Is the Company Behind Offerday ATS?** - **Seller:** [Offerday](https://www.g2.com/sellers/offerday) - **Year Founded:** 2024 - **HQ Location:** San Diego, US - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/offerday-ai/ (8 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 12. [Paul's job](https://www.g2.com/products/pauls-job/reviews) Paul's job is an agentic AI recruiting platform that runs the full hiring process autonomously — from job ad distribution and candidate communication through screening, AI interviews, scheduling, and onboarding handoff. Rather than a tool that recruiters operate manually, Paul's job deploys AI agents that take multi-step actions independently within human-defined guardrails, while recruiters retain final decision authority over every hire. Paul's job is built for employers with high-volume, continuous hiring needs in frontline-driven industries such as senior care and home health, retail and hospitality, logistics, and security services. The platform processes more than 100,000 candidate interactions per day on behalf of its customers. Core capabilities of Paul's job include: Smart multiposting that distributes job ads across LinkedIn, Indeed, social platforms, and the customer's careers page, with real-time reporting per source and automatic budget reallocation Dynamic, SEO-optimized careers pages with a built-in conversational chatbot for instant candidate dialogue on the page Multichannel candidate communication via WhatsApp, phone, SMS, email, and web chat — available 24/7 and in more than 20 languages Real-time candidate screening that evaluates qualifications, documents, and certifications against role-specific criteria, with structured outputs for recruiter review AI-led interviews that are structured, automatically documented, and delivered with scorecards, replacing manual phone screens and first-round recruiter interviews Calendar-aware interview scheduling synced with hiring manager availability across teams and locations Onboarding support for new hires, including document collection, FAQ handling, and pre-start orientation Reporting and analytics with more than 30 KPIs tracked in real time, including cost-per-hire by channel, funnel conversion, rejection reasons, and pipeline composition by language Measured outcomes from customers running their hiring through Paul's job: 10× faster to start date — from first contact to interview invite in under 20 minutes 80% more hires from the same candidate pipeline, driven by instant real-time communication 4× more qualified candidates through higher conversion from personalized outreach 9-minute median pre-screening time, fully autonomous and without recruiter involvement Paul's job integrates with established applicant tracking systems and HR platforms through open APIs, or operates as a standalone system of record. The platform is GDPR-compliant, ISO-certified, and aligned with the EU AI Act, with documentation available for procurement and security reviews. **Who Is the Company Behind Paul's job?** - **Seller:** [Paul's Job Recruiting Intelligence](https://www.g2.com/sellers/paul-s-job-recruiting-intelligence) - **Year Founded:** 2024 - **HQ Location:** Berlin, Germany - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/paulsjob/ (27 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 13. [PeopleZep ATS](https://www.g2.com/products/peoplezep-ats/reviews) PeopleZep ATS is an AI-powered Applicant Tracking System designed to streamline the recruitment process by automating tasks such as sourcing, screening, and interview scheduling. By integrating advanced AI capabilities, it enables organizations to reduce hiring time by up to 70%, lower hiring costs by 80%, and enhance talent quality fivefold. Key Features and Functionality: - Job Posting and Visibility: Post job openings across multiple job boards with a single click, increasing visibility tenfold. - Resume Management: Categorize and manage resumes for easy access, with advanced search and filtering options to identify the right candidates efficiently. - Automated Interview Scheduling: Streamline interview coordination by automating scheduling and sending reminders to candidates, reducing time-to-hire by 85%. - AI-Powered Screening and Assessments: Automate initial candidate screening and conduct assessments to evaluate skills, ensuring the selection of the most suitable candidates. - Career Site Integration: Enhance your career site's appeal by integrating job listings, customizing screening questions, and verifying candidate details, thereby increasing organic reach by 50%. - Data-Driven Insights: Utilize AI-powered dashboards to track recruitment strategies, monitor the effectiveness of sourcing channels, and refine hiring processes, leading to a 40% reduction in hiring expenses. Primary Value and Solutions Provided: PeopleZep ATS addresses common recruitment challenges by offering an all-in-one solution that enhances efficiency and effectiveness in hiring. It simplifies operations through automation, reduces costs associated with the recruitment process, and improves the quality of hires by leveraging AI for better candidate matching and assessment. By providing comprehensive tools for job posting, candidate management, interview scheduling, and performance analytics, PeopleZep ATS empowers organizations to build talented teams without the usual complexities and delays associated with traditional hiring methods. **Who Is the Company Behind PeopleZep ATS?** - **Seller:** [PeopleZep](https://www.g2.com/sellers/peoplezep) - **Year Founded:** 2024 - **HQ Location:** Noida, IN - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/peoplezep (7 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 14. [PeopleZep LMS](https://www.g2.com/products/peoplezep-lms/reviews) Launch your own academy with ease. Our platform enables companies to create customized training and development programs, fostering continuous learning and professional growth for employees. Whether it's onboarding, upskilling, or leadership development, our Academy platform is your go-to solution for building a culture of learning. **Who Is the Company Behind PeopleZep LMS?** - **Seller:** [PeopleZep](https://www.g2.com/sellers/peoplezep) - **Year Founded:** 2024 - **HQ Location:** Noida, IN - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/peoplezep (7 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 15. [PORTERS HRBC](https://www.g2.com/products/porters-hrbc/reviews) PORTERS is a comprehensive cloud-based ATS/CRM for Staffing and Recruiting Agencies founded in Japan in 2001. With more than 2,000 clients, Porters holds the number one market share of recruitment software in Japan. The system is highly customizable and therefore can be used from small to large scale Recruitment & Staffing Agencies, RPO, Corporate HR, and Maid Agencies. System updates are made constantly and free of charge to keep up with new market requirements such as digital transformation. **Who Is the Company Behind PORTERS HRBC?** - **Seller:** [PORTERS](https://www.g2.com/sellers/porters) - **Year Founded:** 2001 - **HQ Location:** 港区, JP - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/porters-corporation/ (63 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 16. [PowerHunt](https://www.g2.com/products/powerhunt/reviews) PowerHunt is a Smarter, Faster and Fully Automated Recruitment Software for Recruitment Consultants and Corporates. **Who Is the Company Behind PowerHunt?** - **Seller:** [PowerHunt](https://www.g2.com/sellers/powerhunt) - **Year Founded:** 2011 - **HQ Location:** N/A - **Twitter:** @PowerhuntATS (9 Twitter followers) - **LinkedIn® Page:** http://www.linkedin.com/company/powerhunt (2 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 17. [Prime HRMS](https://www.g2.com/products/nouman-prime-hrms/reviews) Unleash the Power of HR Excellence with Prime HRMS! 🚀 Welcome to a new era of HR management where efficiency meets innovation. Introducing Prime HRMS – your gateway to optimizing HR operations like never before. Our all-inclusive software boasts a range of meticulously crafted modules, each meticulously designed to revolutionize every aspect of human resource management. From the precision of Time & Attendance to the finesse of Payroll Management, and the empowerment of Employee Self Service to the strategic edge of Performance Management – Prime HRMS is the compass guiding your organization towards seamless efficiency. Navigate complex territories effortlessly with modules such as Applicant Tracking (ATS) and Over Time, all while staying compliant through solutions like Loans & Advances and Reports & Analysis. But that's not all. With a user-friendly interface that's as intuitive as it is powerful, Prime HRMS ensures a smooth transition into enhanced HR operations. As your workforce thrives within this holistic HR ecosystem, our On/Off-boarding features and readily available FAQ support are there every step of the way. Step into the future of HR with Prime HRMS today. Elevate your workforce's experience, drive organizational success, and transform the way you manage human resources. The journey to peak HR performance starts here. **Average Rating:** 5.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 2 **How Do G2 Users Rate Prime HRMS?** - **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 9.0/10) - **Performance:** 10.0/10 (Category avg: 8.9/10) **Who Is the Company Behind Prime HRMS?** - **Seller:** [Primehrms](https://www.g2.com/sellers/primehrms) - **Year Founded:** 2008 - **HQ Location:** Faisalabad, PK - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/primehrms/ (20 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Company Size:** 100% Small-Business #### What Are Prime HRMS's Pros and Cons? **Pros:** - Ease of Use (1 reviews) - Easy Management (1 reviews) **Cons:** - Complex Reporting (1 reviews) - Slow Loading (1 reviews) ### 18. [ProWizard](https://www.g2.com/products/prowizard/reviews) The ultimate all-in-one staffing software designed to revolutionize your operations. Elevate your team's efficiency with a seamless integrated staffing platform. **Who Is the Company Behind ProWizard?** - **Seller:** [OpsArc](https://www.g2.com/sellers/opsarc) - **Year Founded:** 2016 - **HQ Location:** Princeton, US - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/opsarc/ (3 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 19. [QJumpers](https://www.g2.com/products/qjumpers/reviews) Our automated AI based head hunting technology finds you the best talent before your competitors do. The web-based platform is easy to use, facilitating collaboration with hiring managers to get the best quality hire fast. Automated workflows dramatically reduce administration time with ranking tools and automatic sorting using the latest technology. Enhance your candidate experience & easily manage your recruitment with collaborative tools. Delegate decision making to suit the way you recruit **Average Rating:** 4.5/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **Who Is the Company Behind QJumpers?** - **Seller:** [QJumpers](https://www.g2.com/sellers/qjumpers) - **Year Founded:** 2006 - **HQ Location:** Mount Maunganui, NZ - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/qjumpers-recruitment (16 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Company Size:** 100% Mid-Market ### 20. [Reclut.AR](https://www.g2.com/products/reclut-ar/reviews) El ATS ágil para consultoras que buscan crecer. Potenciado por agentes de IA que automatizan las tareas operativas para que tu equipo se enfoque solo en entrevistar. **Who Is the Company Behind Reclut.AR?** - **Seller:** [Reclut.AR](https://www.g2.com/sellers/reclut-ar) - **Year Founded:** 2025 - **HQ Location:** CABA, AR - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/reclut-ar-ats/ (1 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 21. [RecruitEase Pro](https://www.g2.com/products/recruitease-pro/reviews) RecruitEase Pro helps companies streamline hiring by replacing manual resume screening and fragmented workflows with intelligent automation. The platform uses AI-driven filtering, structured pipelines, and centralized candidate management to reduce time-to-hire and improve decision quality. Ideal for startups, SMBs, and fast-scaling teams that want a practical ATS, not bloated HR software. **Who Is the Company Behind RecruitEase Pro?** - **Seller:** [Talentelgia Technologies](https://www.g2.com/sellers/talentelgia-technologies) - **Year Founded:** 2012 - **HQ Location:** Mohali, IN - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/talentelgia-technologies (151 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 22. [Recruitera](https://www.g2.com/products/recruitera/reviews) Recruitera is the first and fast-growing ATS designed to manage the entire hiring journey in one place. It helps companies source candidates from multiple channels like LinkedIn, WUZZUF, Google Jobs, and more — all from a single platform. Recruitera then automates the recruitment process,cutting down up to 64% of manual work. from smart candidate filtration and AI-powered screening to interview scheduling and collaboration with hiring managers. Finally, it helps companies hire faster and with confidence through comprehensive analytics, offer management, and data-driven hiring decisions. **Who Is the Company Behind Recruitera?** - **Seller:** [BasharSoft](https://www.g2.com/sellers/basharsoft) - **Year Founded:** 2009 - **HQ Location:** Cairo, EG - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/basharsoft/ (488 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 23. [Recruiterpal](https://www.g2.com/products/staffondemand-recruiterpal/reviews) Enterprise-level recruitment platform, free for use **Who Is the Company Behind Recruiterpal?** - **Seller:** [StaffOnDemand](https://www.g2.com/sellers/staffondemand) - **Year Founded:** 2013 - **HQ Location:** Singapore, SG - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/staffondemand-singapore/about/ (4 employees on LinkedIn®) ### 24. [Recruitify](https://www.g2.com/products/recruitify/reviews) Cloud-based ATS & recruitment automation system which integrates project management with candidate and client matching. For staffing agencies we also have a dedicated CRM and Sales modules. Whether you operate in a large or small HR department - Recruitify will always support you in your activities. The modular architecture of our tool makes it suitable for both freelancers and large recruitment agencies. Everyone can take advantage of the additional features of Recruitify as well as supporting technologies. **Who Is the Company Behind Recruitify?** - **Seller:** [Recruitify](https://www.g2.com/sellers/recruitify) - **Year Founded:** 2018 - **HQ Location:** Warsaw, PL - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/recruitifyai/ (4 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Company Size:** 100% Small-Business ### 25. [Recruitive](https://www.g2.com/products/recruitive/reviews) We provide HR Professionals, Recruiters and Hiring teams with innovative cloud based technology aimed at streamlining the recruitment process, making it quicker and easier to recruit whilst significantly reducing the time to hire and associated costs. As early pioneers of multi job posting technology our expertise extended into candidate response management, CV parsing and scoring, Search capabilities through to Candidate onboarding. During April 2019 the business was acquired and Recruitive became a wholly owned subsidiary of SaaS Holdings Limited. We support continued investment into ongoing Research and Development in order to remain ahead of the technical curve. Our software company also incorporates the front end technical capabilities of Zero One Design, careers website design specialists. This enables us to not only deliver award winning back end candidate management solutions for clients but also provide beautifully designed front end career and campaign websites to attract the best candidate talent. As a result, we are one of the few providers in the market that can deliver a total software solution. **Average Rating:** 4.0/5.0 **Total Reviews:** 1 **Who Is the Company Behind Recruitive?** - **Seller:** [Recruitive Software](https://www.g2.com/sellers/recruitive-software-740f707d-fcae-4156-a2fc-915bd374b4b6) - **Year Founded:** 2004 - **HQ Location:** Telford, GB - **LinkedIn® Page:** https://www.linkedin.com/company/recruitive/ (24 employees on LinkedIn®) **Who Uses This Product?** - **Company Size:** 100% Mid-Market ## What Is Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)? [Talent Acquisition Suites Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/talent-acquisition-suites) ## What Software Categories Are Similar to Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)? - [Recruitment Marketing Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-marketing) - [Onboarding Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/onboarding-software) - [Recruitment Platforms](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-platforms) --- ## How Do You Choose the Right Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)? ### What You Should Know About Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) ### Applicant tracking systems (ATS) overview An applicant tracking system (ATS) is a type of [talent acquisition software](https://www.g2.com/categories/talent-acquisition-suites) that provides a centralized system for creating job postings, screening applicant resumes, storing candidate information, conducting interviews, and sharing offer letters. More advanced ATS software applications may feature various capabilities like interview scheduling, applicant database management, job board integrations, automated emails, hiring analytics, and reporting. Hiring agencies, talent outsourcing companies, and human resources (HR) teams use applicant tracking system software to automate traditionally manual recruitment tasks with [artificial intelligence](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-artificial-intelligence) and cloud technology. ATS systems sort candidate resumes with natural language processing (NLP) to find applicants with relevant experience and skills. Recruiters can use ATS tools to share interview status updates via email and text, meet Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, track metrics like [time-to-hire](https://learn.g2.com/time-to-hire-metric), and enhance the overall candidate experience. Some [HRMS & HCM software](https://www.g2.com/categories/human-resource-management-systems) may feature built-in ATS functionality. However, stand-alone ATS applications are ideal for managing diverse talent pools, screening resumes, communicating with candidates, and optimizing the hiring process with rich analytics. ### Who uses applicant tracking systems? [Recruitment agencies](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-agencies), enterprises, and small or medium-sized businesses (SMBs) use applicant tracking systems to weed out irrelevant resumes, find qualified candidates with desired skills, and communicate with them throughout the hiring process. ATS solutions serve the following business types:  - Startups - Enterprises - Recruitment agencies - Small and medium-sized businesses Types of recruitment and hiring professionals who use ATS include: - **HR managers:** Talent leaders of organizations of all sizes rely on applicant tracking solutions to enhance the talent pipeline with efficient [candidate sourcing](https://learn.g2.com/candidate-sourcing-techniques), meet target headcount goals, and optimize hiring costs. - **Corporate recruiters:** A corporate recruiter or talent acquisition specialist responsible for filling open positions uses an ATS platform to source and compare candidates, shorten interview cycles, and manage tasks across the recruiting funnel. - **Recruitment agency executives:** ATS systems are invaluable to recruitment executives, helping them source and hire candidates on behalf of an organization. They rely on ATS to store applicant data, view real-time pipeline progress, and share updates with hiring managers. - [**Diversity, equality, and inclusion (DEI)**](https://www.g2.com/glossary/dei-definition) **officers:** ATS also aids DEI practitioners in visualizing and improving the presence of historically underrepresented and marginalized groups within the workforce. - **Executive search service providers:** Executive recruitment agencies filling senior-level positions within companies use ATS systems to attract and convert top talent. - **Campus recruiters:** On-campus and off-campus recruiters are responsible for sourcing and hiring college and university graduates. They use ATS software to manage talent databases and hire for open jobs at different companies. - **Freelance recruitment consultants:** Freelance recruiters also may use ATS tools to manage, analyze, and interview candidates for various positions across organizations. ### Types of applicant tracking systems Below are different industry-specific ATS platforms available in the applicant tracking system software market. - **Recruitment:** ATS solutions tailored for staffing agencies feature intelligent workflows to help them manage job postings and source candidates for multiple clients. These systems also feature email and SMS capabilities to help recruiters communicate with candidates. - **Government:** Central and local government agencies use public sector ATS solutions to maintain candidate anonymity and eliminate recruiting prejudice or bias. These systems also enable shared service team members to support hiring managers during recruitment. Government organizations rely on these systems to meet internal standards, measure [DEI](https://learn.g2.com/dei) progress, and comply with EEOC guidelines. Medical organizations and practices rely on [healthcare staffing services](https://www.g2.com/categories/healthcare-staffing-services) to review credentials, verify licenses, assess skills, and run background checks.  - **Hospitality:** Leisure and tourism sector players use custom applicant tracking solutions to post on job boards, boost hiring pipelines, pre-screen candidates, and onboard them. - **Education:** ATS platforms enable colleges and universities to create job templates, publish branded careers pages, maximize candidate pool, and boost screening efficiency. - **Retail:** In-house retail recruiting teams turn to these systems to submit job requisitions, source candidates from [job search sites](https://www.g2.com/categories/job-search-sites), and share real-time updates with applicants. - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers run background checks, [manage payroll](https://www.g2.com/glossary/payroll-management-definition), screen tax credit eligibility, and hire applicants based on behavioral assessments and knowledge-based evaluations. - **Nonprofit:** Nonprofit organizations use cloud-based [candidate relationship management (CRM) tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/candidate-relationship-management) or ATS software to craft job ads, attract the right candidates, coordinate hiring across locations, and improve administrative efficiency. ### Benefits of applicant tracking systems Best-in-class applicant tracking systems are essential for hiring managers looking to: - **Automate tasks:** The application process involves various manual tasks such as getting stakeholder approvals, creating [job descriptions](https://learn.g2.com/how-to-write-a-job-description), posting on job boards, filtering resumes, scheduling interviews, and following up with candidates. ATS software enables hiring teams to automate these time-consuming administrative tasks with customizable and collaborative hiring workflows.  - **Create a single source of truth:** Tracking and managing the [talent pool](https://learn.g2.com/talent-pool) is challenging, especially with the volume of resumes recruiters receive from career sites and job boards. ATS makes it easier for them to centralize candidate information by department, talent source, hiring stage, and categories. Hiring managers can also use ATS to share candidate feedback with decision-makers. - **Digitize onboarding paperwork:** Time-consuming administrative paperwork prevents recruiters from focusing on strategic hiring and training existing employees. ATS applications save time with document e-verification, digital paperwork storage, and approvals.  - **Meet hiring compliance:** Organizations must adhere to hiring, payroll, and labor-related laws and regulations. For example, they combine ATS systems and [HR compliance software](https://www.g2.com/categories/hr-compliance) to comply with the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA) while sending notices and handling payments. Organizations hiring federal contractors and sub-contractors can meet Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) regulations with the right system. - **Collaborate with decision-makers:** Recruiters often collaborate with or pass information to hiring managers and decision-makers while closing open roles. An applicant tracking system eliminates this back-and-forth with a collaborative portal that lets recruiters tag others, send reminders, get real-time notifications, and schedule automated emails. This organized hiring process helps recruiters avoid communication gaps and collaborate with other teams. - **Track recruiting KPIs:** ATS systems also deliver useful recruitment metrics like time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, offer acceptance rate, quality of hire, and retention rate in a single analytics dashboard. The ease of accessing this data enables recruiters to monitor data, identify trends, set benchmarks, and optimize hiring strategy. ### Which is the best recruiting software with built-in ATS? - [Greenhouse](https://www.g2.com/products/greenhouse/reviews): Offers structured hiring workflows, customizable scorecards, and robust analytics, making it ideal for mid-to-large businesses seeking data-driven recruitment processes.​ - [Lever](https://www.g2.com/products/lever/reviews): Combines ATS and CRM functionalities, providing collaborative hiring features and advanced analytics to enhance candidate relationship management.​ - [iCIMS](https://www.g2.com/products/icims-formerly-icims-talent-cloud/reviews): Provides scalable recruitment solutions with AI-powered candidate matching and robust integration capabilities, suitable for large enterprises.​ - [Rippling](https://www.g2.com/products/rippling/reviews): While mainly known for HR and IT management, Rippling also offers a simple, growing ATS solution integrated with its HRIS. - [BambooHR](https://www.g2.com/products/bamboohr/reviews): Best known for HR management, BambooHR also features an easy-to-use ATS module for small to mid-sized businesses. ### Applicant tracking systems features The best-in-class software offer the following ATS features to help recruiters operate efficiently, streamline the hiring process, and offer a seamless experience to job seekers. - **Candidate sourcing** is crucial for creating a talent pool from LinkedIn, job boards, and career sites and storing and finding candidate information.  - **Application sorting** uses intelligent automation to filter the best candidates based on their resumes, skills, previous work experiences, and qualifications. - **Interview scheduling** eliminates manual scheduling tasks with calendar integration. Moreover, some ATS systems also provide interview kits and feedback forms to help interviewers prepare before the interview. - **Automated messaging** delivers customized messages to candidates at the end of each phase of the interview process. - **Automation workflows** allow talent teams to simplify and streamline manual processes like personalized candidate outreach, interview setup, candidate feedback collection, and meeting scheduling. - [**Onboarding tools**](https://www.g2.com/categories/onboarding) integrate with ATS to make it easy for hiring teams to welcome new recruits and provide them with training materials and other necessary information, such as employee benefits. - **Talent analytics** is essential for tracking overall recruiting progress and diversity hiring metrics. ### Applicant tracking systems pricing Applicant tracking system software pricing varies depending on business size, feature requirements, number of users, and industry. Below are the standard ATS pricing models. -  A **flat fee** is a fixed monthly or one-time fee that an ATS software provider charges to provide the user company with a license. It’s best for small or medium-sized organizations with a limited budget. Some ATS vendors may charge additional installation fees. - The **pay-per-employee model** charges organizations based on their hiring team size and doesn’t change with hiring frequency. This plan suits small businesses or enterprises with many hiring team members. Some ATS solution vendor companies may offer bulk discounts for more users.  - The **pay-per-recruiter payment model** considers the number of users who will actively use the ATS platform. Besides login credentials, they receive user privileges depending on their seniority in the organizations. This plan is suitable for organizations with seasoned hiring teams looking to control the total hiring cost. - The **pay-per-job model** requires an organization to pay for each open job role. A vendor won’t charge the company after the position has been filled. This ATS pricing model suits organizations that open new roles occasionally. Companies with many open positions may end up paying more with this model.  - **Subscription-based pricing** is the most common model. Depending on the pricing plan, businesses opting for this model pay a recurring monthly or annual fee to the vendor. It’s suitable for organizations hiring throughout the year. ### Which applicant tracking system is best for small businesses? - [Zoho Recruit](https://www.g2.com/products/zoho-recruit/reviews): Offers a comprehensive solution for in-house recruiters and staffing agencies, with resume parsing, customizable workflows, and reporting tools to streamline hiring. - [Jotform](https://www.g2.com/products/jotform/reviews): Offers a flexible, no-code form builder with robust e-signature and workflow automation features, making it easy for small businesses to collect applications, approvals, and contracts all in one place. - [JazzHR](https://www.g2.com/products/jazz-co/reviews): Delivers powerful, user-friendly recruiting software with features like customizable workflows, candidate assessments, and collaborative hiring tools, helping small businesses attract and hire the right talent efficiently. ### How to choose the best applicant tracking system Below is a step-by-step process buyers can follow while picking an ATS solution for their organizations. #### Planning stage The planning stage involves understanding organizational requirements and recruitment complexity, assessing integration needs, and estimating timelines. - **Understand company goals:** Organizations have different recruitment goals depending on their sizes. For example, a small business may want a user-friendly ATS for candidate sourcing. In contrast, an enterprise may wish to boost employer branding and tackle high-volume hiring recruitments. A solid understanding of company goals is crucial for choosing the right applicant tracking software. - **Evaluate recruitment complexity:** Finding the right candidate for a high-demand role can be challenging. Moreover, companies typically have custom workflows for each position they hire. Assessing the recruitment complexity for each position helps buyers find the most suitable ATS. - **Estimate timeline and resources:** Buyers must work with key stakeholders and decision-makers to estimate the budget and finalize the implementation timeline and other resources before looking for ATS solutions. - **List must-have functionalities:** This step requires buyers to understand their companies’ hiring process and create a list of recruiting capabilities that an ATS or the integrated system must have. Organizations may need different must-have functionalities, including job posting, interview scheduling, candidate information management, branded communications, and onboarding. - **Determine integration needs:** Organizations buying ATS systems may want to integrate their ATS with background check service providers, [human resources information system (HRIS)](https://www.g2.com/articles/what-is-hris), [payroll software](https://www.g2.com/categories/payroll), [single sign-on (SSO) solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/single-sign-on-sso),[video interviewing applications](https://www.g2.com/categories/video-interviewing), and [time & attendance solutions](https://www.g2.com/categories/time-attendance). Knowing these integration requirements beforehand is critical for finding the right software. - **Set measurable goals:** Buyers must set intelligent goals for measuring the success of an ATS solution. Organizations typically establish goals around the time they save while sourcing candidates, reviewing resumes, scheduling, and conducting interviews. Businesses should also consider the overall cost per hire, the time required to fill each role, and hiring manager satisfaction. #### Research stage The software research stage involves exploring solutions with the must-have features and integration capabilities an organization needs to streamline recruitment. The aim is to create a list of solutions that meet organizational requirements. Buyers must consider the following factors while attending software demos and using free trials. - **Centralized tool:** Having a centralized ATS system is helpful for recruiters looking to post jobs, screen resumes, and manage candidate data, interviews, feedback, and onboarding from a single dashboard. They can also set up custom workflows and assign tasks to relevant decision-makers.  - **Team collaboration:** Best-in-class ATS solutions offer collaborative hiring features to enable different team members to meet the candidate during the multi-stage hiring process. This feature allows organizations to evaluate candidates holistically while providing them with a well-rounded experience.  - **User-friendly interface:** An intuitive user experience improves recruiters’ productivity and reduces the scope of errors with clear instructions. Buyers must consider purchasing user-friendly ATS solutions to minimize training time, boost user adoption, and enhance overall HR efficiency.  - **Custom report and analytics:** Purchasing an ATS system with reporting capabilities is essential for businesses to measure hiring metrics and make data-driven decisions. Without it, organizations can’t evaluate or improve recruitment efficiency and the time and cost they save. #### Consideration and selection stage This stage involves identifying ATS software systems with desired features and using free trials or demos to evaluate whether they fit into an organization’s existing [HR software](https://www.g2.com/categories/hr). Buyers can filter these solutions based on their budget, implementation timeline, and availability of vendor support. Buyers should consider choosing ATS vendors providing dedicated onboarding assistance, customer support, and data import or export capabilities. At the end of this stage, buyers will be ready to choose a vendor based on their interaction with the vendor and the features they offer. ### Software and services related to applicant tracking systems Below are software and services businesses of all sizes can use alongside applicant tracking systems. - [**Recruitment marketing platforms**](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-marketing) enable internal recruiters to build and nurture talent pipelines with open job role distribution and promotion on social and job boards. Organizations can integrate these solutions with ATS systems and onboarding software. - [**Onboarding solutions**](https://www.g2.com/categories/onboarding) help recruiters automate onboarding, eliminate paperwork, and manage candidate communications. Hiring managers can also use these tools to manage documents and track new hire training progress. - [**Recruitment platforms**](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-platforms) aid recruiters in managing the entire recruiting process, from candidate sourcing to onboarding. These tools feature built-in ATS, job posting distribution, resume management, and social recruiting functionalities. - [**Staffing agencies**](https://www.g2.com/categories/staffing-agencies) assist organizations across industries in promoting available job positions, screening job seekers based on skills, and forwarding selected candidates to employers for further interviews. - [**On-demand staffing services providers**](https://www.g2.com/categories/on-demand-staffing-services) or mobile marketplaces ease how businesses hire temporary or short-term workers with specialized skills. Job seekers create online profiles on these platforms to apply for job openings available. - [Recruitment agencies](https://www.g2.com/categories/recruitment-agencies), also known as headhunters, help organizations find qualified candidates for specific open positions. They make the first contact with candidates regardless of their employment status before sharing candidate profiles with the hiring company. ### Applicant tracking systems trends - [Predictive analytics](https://www.g2.com/articles/predictive-analytics) **continue shaping talent acquisition strategies.** ATS solutions with predictive analytics capabilities enable organizations to spot hiring process inefficiencies, reduce talent acquisition costs, and improve the ROI of recruiting software investments. These tools feature data visualization and trend identification capabilities to help businesses measure and improve time and cost per hire.  - **AI-enabled ATS systems have become essential for talent intelligence.** Innovative ATS solutions with [natural language processing (NLP)](https://www.g2.com/articles/natural-language-processing) capabilities allow organizations to minimize bias in candidate selection, automate job postings on job boards, screen resumes faster, identify top candidates, and answer applicant queries via chatbots. Some places around the world have instituted laws requiring such AI to be regularly audited or restricting their use due to discrimination concerns. Reviewed and Edited by [Jigmee Bhutia](https://in.linkedin.com/in/jigmeebhutia1408)