How AI in recruiting is replacing traditional hiring process
Posted On: Aug 17, 2021
In the recent past, one of the latest trends in HR technology has been the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in recruiting to facilitate processes and decision-making. Artificial Intelligence is responsible for the automation of work processes and optimization in various areas. For Human Resources teams, advances in technology are proving increasingly necessary to maintain competitiveness and improve decision-making. Although AI greatly facilitates some processes in this area, companies need to be careful not to leave all decisions in the hands of algorithms. All automation should be used to improve and speed up decision-making, but human emotional intelligence is still essential when dealing with people. A survey by Gartner indicates that 23% of organizations using some form of AI were doing so in the human resources and recruiting domain. Other successful AI implementation focuses on intelligent automation to increase efficiency and help users of HR systems or platforms.
What are the problems with the traditional hiring process?
Since 1998 it was shown in a study, carried out by the ' American Psychological Association' that previous work experiences are the weakest indicators of the possible future success of a collaborator. It is estimated that when a candidate is chosen traditionally, that person does not meet expectations 30% -50% of the time. Additionally, talent recruitment can't be 100% objective when conducted by one person, since we all have involuntary biases programmed into our subconscious, which causes a disadvantage especially for women or minorities; in fact, this disadvantage is estimated to be 50-67%.How AI in recruiting acts as an alternative?
Companies are choosing to recruit talent using artificial intelligence based on neuroscience to determine the compatibility of candidates with the company and detect those most likely to be successful and the the most motivated. Companies may create their own algorithm that enables them to do this. However, there are tools available used by companies such as Accenture, Linked In, Unilever, Tesla, etc to automate the hiring process. With technology, the first thing that is done is that the 'top performers' of the companies are evaluated with this method to identify trends and behavioral traits. Custom profiles are then built with cross-validation for each position or department and company based on the best results. The algorithms are also dynamic and are routinely updated as new performance data is added.Overcoming HR Challenges
The truth is that while HR challenges have grown in complexity in recent years, at their core they remain the same. The primary difference is for information available and in how professionals deal with it. So knowing how to make good use of the right tools can determine whether a company's HR is swimming in a sea of data or simply drowning. For organizations looking to use artificial intelligence in their human resources, here are some trends that can help understand how to implement these smart technologies to improve existing hiring processes:Less manual intervention and more efficiency
As in every profession, AI implementation is focused on increasing efficiency, especially when the economy is so dependent on continuous high performance. Even if an employee is highly efficient, repetitive and tedious tasks can become obstacles to productivity. AI, at this point, is relentless and will work consistently without any change in performance. That is, the AI is able to provide exactly the same results repeatedly. That way, you and your team can put aside manual efforts as automation takes over a large portion of the task.Curriculum Screening
Seeking to save time and streamline the resume selection process, the AI has the power to help with resume screening. By avoiding flaws in the process, it doesn't miss out on important details when evaluating a candidate's assignments. In other words, it objectively analyzes the data presented, having as a parameter the profile defined by the team that opened the vacancy.Customized training
The area of training and development is a fertile ground for artificial intelligence in HR, as there is an increasing need to offer tailored learning experiences. Today, AI solutions are used to align employees' skills with business objectives, customize training and allow each professional to develop at their own pace. Some examples are gamified platforms, micro learning solutions, and tools that analyze data on skills and suggest individualized qualification paths.Less unconscious bias and more diversity
Some say that artificial intelligence in HR can cause problems by categorizing people —sometimes unfairly—from their data, but technologies are evolving to get around this problem and have the opposite effect: reduce unconscious bias and increase diversity companies from the data. The premise is that the algorithms will be able to evaluate candidates solely by their skills and compatibility with the vacancy, eliminating any prejudice and mistaken analysis by the recruiter.Wrapping Up AI in recruiting
The changing needs and demands of the industry have forced organizations to adopt these practices and three in five HR leaders believe that if HR functions are not modernized on time, there is a danger of becoming irrelevant in the industry. That being said, most HR staff are still wary of AI-related developments primarily because they believe that it requires immense knowledge and technical skills to equip themselves with the necessary expertise to incorporate these applications and practices into their day-to-day operations. There is also the fear of this automation, which ultimately leads to job losses. However, it is important to remember that software and applications that are powered by artificial intelligence cannot completely replace the human component in the HR process. If anything, they can improve overall efficiency and help the industry take another step toward what is seen as the future of human resources.Other Blogs you may be intereseted in
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