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To get the most out of your time with a potential CRM provider, it\u2019s crucial to ask the right questions before making your selection. They probably won\u2019t volunteer any shortcomings of their solution, so these questions are critical for ensuring the CRM you choose meets all of your needs. To get you started, here are a few key questions to ask potential providers when considering a CRM.<\/span><\/p>\n

Industry Expertise<\/b><\/p>\n

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  1. Does your CRM specialise in the specific needs of recruitment agency?<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. How many recruitment agencies<\/span>\u00a0use your product?<\/span><\/li>\n
  3. Are most of your customers large or small?<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Can you provide case studies of successful customers?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Product Features<\/b><\/p>\n

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    1. Can I log in on any computer, using any browser?<\/span><\/li>\n
    2. Does your CRM work on mobile devices?<\/span><\/li>\n
    3. Does your CRM come with any exclusive capabilities?<\/span><\/li>\n
    4. Does your CRM come with a defined workflow?<\/span><\/li>\n
    5. Does your CRM automatically capture recruiter activity?<\/span><\/li>\n
    6. Does your CRM leverage predictive intelligence?<\/span><\/li>\n
    7. Can I send SMS messages from the CRM?<\/span><\/li>\n
    8. Can I see a live demo?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Integrations<\/b><\/p>\n

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      1. Do you have APIs?<\/span><\/li>\n
      2. Is there a marketplace for pre-integrated solutions?<\/span><\/li>\n
      3. Do you have an official integration with LinkedIn? (make sure the CRM vendor is listed on LinkedIn\u2019s website as an official partner)<\/span><\/li>\n
      4. Payroll?<\/span><\/li>\n
      5. VoIP?<\/span><\/li>\n
      6. Background screening?<\/span><\/li>\n
      7. Job boards?<\/span><\/li>\n
      8. Candidate Engagement?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Innovation<\/b><\/p>\n

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        1. Are you investing in improvements to your product?<\/span><\/li>\n
        2. How often do you build new features\/functionality?<\/span><\/li>\n
        3. How often do you release system updates?<\/span><\/li>\n
        4. Has your CRM won any awards or commendations?<\/span><\/li>\n
        5. Do you hold any patents?<\/span><\/li>\n
        6. Does your CRM have any unique features that other systems don\u2019t?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Training<\/b><\/p>\n

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          1. How long does it take to get recruiters up-to-speed?<\/span><\/li>\n
          2. Do you offer training for new members?<\/span><\/li>\n
          3. Are there ongoing resources for using and learning about the CRM?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Operating the CRM<\/b><\/p>\n

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            1. Is your user-interface intuitive?<\/span><\/li>\n
            2. Is it possible to customise fields and workflows?<\/span><\/li>\n
            3. Can I compare jobs and candidates side-by-side? <\/span><\/li>\n
            4. Are follow-up contacts, emails, and notes recorded and searchable?<\/span><\/li>\n
            5. Does the system operate in real-time? <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Support<\/b><\/p>\n

              Example Questions:<\/p>\n

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              1. Do you provide live or on-demand training support? <\/span><\/li>\n
              2. Is the customer support 24-7?<\/span><\/li>\n
              3. How can I contact you if I have a problem?<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                 <\/p>\n

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                Want to learn more about what you should look for in an applicant tracking system? Check out the ATS Buyer’s\u00a0Guide<\/a> for everything you need to know to make a worthwhile investment in your recruitment agency<\/span>\u2019s future.<\/em>\"ATS<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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