Recruiting, interviewing, and hiring is stressful. They consume time from the human resources department, the hiring manager and anyone else involved in the hiring process. The fear of making a bad hire keeps most managers up at night. A bad hire is emotionally draining, costly and can affect employee morale. Here are a few ways… Read more »
Does your company conduct reference checks on your final candidates? If your company is questioning the value of reference checks, then read why reference checks are still important, the four things you can learn and the best way to conduct reference checks. Yes! Reference Checks Are Important. As the one, last final step before presenting… Read more »
Why does using a staffing agency to recruit, screen and select your company’s engineering new hires make financial sense? Engineering recruiting experts, like Open Systems, are continually identifying hard-to-find talent to expedite your hiring process, ensure company culture fit, and improve your efficiency. Continuous Engineering Recruitment One of the main differences of using an engineering… Read more »
In every business, there comes a time when the decision needs to be made on whether to outsource a portion of its IT operations or leave them in-house. This decision can be the result of concerns such as cost-savings, limited personnel resources, or an expanded business offering. However, regardless of the reason, there are some… Read more »
In today’s marketplace, it can be very challenging to find and hire tech professionals, especially software architects. In Silicon Valley, for example, software architects are in extremely high demand with many open jobs available. With recruiting and hiring becoming more difficult in the tech industry, how do organizations hire the best software architects? Ways to… Read more »
There are many times in the life of a business where temporary staff need to be introduced into an organization. While the addition of temporary employees can be a business advantage, it can also disrupt the existing work environment for permanent staff. However, with a few preparation strategies in place, you can efficiently add temp employees… Read more »
IT security has become a significant concern in the business world. In 2018, it is projected that $66 billion dollars will be spent on IT security. With the increased focus on IT security issues, more and more companies are bringing IT security in-house with the creation of their own IT security teams. IT security teams include… Read more »
With today’s historic levels of employment, many businesses are trying to come up with innovative ways to attract and retain top talent; this is especially true in the IT industry. Many companies are embracing remote work as a way to accomplish this task. So, what are the benefits of remote work for both employer and… Read more »
In today’s business world, data is king. Companies are finding ways to utilize many different types of data to enhance business operations and drive cost savings. So, with such an emphasis on data what are the current trends to watch for in 2018? Data Trends to Watch for in 2018 Data Trend # 1: It’s… Read more »
With employment reaching record levels, it’s getting harder and harder to find talent and fill open roles. With this in mind, it is essential to make sure you’re choosing the best possible candidate for your organization. The Interview is Only as Good as the Questions You Ask The best way to ensure your roster is… Read more »