Skills-Based Hiring Trends: Candidate Feedback Going Into 2026
The hiring signal is shifting. As AI reduces the reliability of resumes and keyword-based screening, Talent Acquisition teams are turning to skill assessment platforms to make faster and more objective hiring decisions. Skills assessments, particularly job simulations, are increasingly becoming the primary way to validate ability early in the hiring process and identify top performers […]
What Features Should You Look for in an Assessment Platform for Candidate Screening?
Not all skill assessment platforms are created equal, and choosing the wrong one can quietly sabotage your hiring. It can slow teams down, surface the wrong candidates, and force organizations to juggle multiple tools for different roles, creating fragmented data and inconsistent decisions. The real challenge is understanding what features you should look for in […]
What Are the Main Types of Pre-Employment Tests? A Complete Guide with Examples
Today’s most reliable hiring decisions come from one source: real evidence of how candidates perform before you make an offer. Pre-employment skill testing is now one of the most essential steps for creating a scalable, consistent, and data-driven hiring process. This approach enables a holistic evaluation of candidates, whether the role requires coding, conflict resolution, […]
How Glovo Saves Over 312 Hours Each Month on Hiring with Canditech
By adding skill assessments and job simulations to the start of their hiring funnel, Glovo was able to streamline hundreds of candidate applications per day and quickly identify the top talent to move forward with. The full case study and impact is presented below. 🎯 The Challenge? Too Many Applicants, Too Little Time […]
The #1 Skill You’re Not Evaluating (But Absolutely Should Be)
The world of work is changing at an unprecedented pace, and at the heart of this transformation is Artificial Intelligence. You’ve seen the headlines, you’ve probably experimented with tools like ChatGPT yourself, and your teams might already be using AI to get things done. But here’s a critical question: is your hiring process keeping up? […]
Revolutionizing Candidate Sourcing: Innovative Strategies for the Modern Recruiter
The recruitment landscape is rapidly evolving, driven by technological advancements and shifting workforce dynamics in a tough job market. Reports indicate that 75% of employers experience difficulty filling roles, a 36% increase over 10 years ago. This poses significant challenges to sourcing, identifying, and attracting top talent. In this competitive environment, innovative candidate-sourcing strategies are […]
Automating Recruitment Process Through Tools & Software
The business recruitment landscape is more competitive than ever. For HR professionals, the pressure to out-perform comes from every angle; from top-tier management, from personal career goals and from the competitive job market itself. Hiring managers must contend with the simultaneous challenges of meeting executive expectations for new hires amid a candidate pool that is […]
What is an Assessment Interview? Its Importance in the Recruitment Process
An assessment interview is a structured online interview process designed to evaluate a candidate’s skills, competencies, and fit for a particular role. Unlike traditional interviews that primarily focus on a candidate’s past experiences and qualifications, assessment interviews delve deeper into understanding a candidate’s ability to perform specific tasks or handle certain situations relevant to the […]
Why Work Sample Tests are a Game Changer in the Hiring Process
Hiring in today’s market is more competitive than it ever was. To find the right fit, recruiters have been using resumes for decades. However, the resume screening process is slow, biased, and outdated. When hiring managers use this method, they often mis-hire candidates, and that’s something most companies can’t afford. According to the U.S. Department […]
How to Enhance Diversity and Inclusion in the Hiring Process?
DEI, or diversity, equity, and inclusion, is an essential part of every single workplace. When implemented correctly, you create a diverse environment that provides fresh perspectives and understanding. On top of that, DEI is proven to positively impact the bottom line. So every business needs to take steps to adjust to this process and […]
