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E-recruiting

The use of electronic media and technologies to recruit new employees for a company is known as e-recruiting. The use of online job boards, social media platforms, company websites and specialized application management software is integrated into this process. Companies can use e-recruiting to find, approach and select candidates more efficiently to fill their vacancies. It offers employers and candidates many benefits, such as greater reach, faster processes and improved transparency.

Advantages of e-recruiting

E-recruiting offers employers a variety of benefits. By using online platforms, they can make their job advertisements accessible to a larger target group and potentially reach more qualified applicants. Automating application processes saves time and resources because applications can be collected, sorted and analyzed more efficiently. In addition, the use of applicant management systems enables improved organization of application documents and simplifies communication with candidates. Companies must comply with data protection regulations, in particular the EU's General Data Protection Regulation and Switzerland's Federal Act on Data Protection, when using e-recruitment technologies in the European Union (EU) or Switzerland. This means that companies must ensure that applicants' data is adequately protected and handled.

E-recruiting strategies

It is important to develop a well thought-out strategy for successful e-recruiting. This includes selecting suitable online platforms for posting job vacancies, creating attractive and targeted advertisements and implementing efficient application processes. Incorporating social media channels into the recruitment strategy can also help to achieve greater reach and strengthen the employer image.

E-recruiting trends

The way companies search for and approach talent is constantly being influenced by new technologies and trends in e-recruitment. Current trends in e-recruiting include increased use of AI and big data analytics for personnel selection, individualization of application processes and increased use of mobile recruiting solutions. Companies that keep an eye on these trends can improve their recruitment and remain competitive.

Ethical aspects of e-recruitment

It is important to consider ethical aspects when using e-recruiting technologies. This includes being transparent with applicants about how technologies such as AI or algorithms are used in the application process to avoid discrimination. It is important that companies ensure that their e-recruitment practices are fair and free from discrimination. It is crucial to protect applicant data in order to safeguard applicants' privacy and rights.