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Recruitment software comes in six types, from the ATS to the AI-native system that replaces the stack. Here is how they work, what they cost, and how to choose in 2026.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Looking for an AI tool that transcribes and summarizes interviews? Here's how the pipeline works, transcript → summary → structured report, and where it goes wrong.
Remo Vloet8 min.
A QBR (Quarterly Business Review) is the quarterly review with your client. How to run one that retains and grows the account, and why data quality decides it.
Remo Vloet9 min.
In recruitment, ICP means two things: Ideal Customer Profile and Ideal Candidate Profile. Here is how to build both, and why data quality makes the difference.
Remo Vloet9 min.
AI screening tools read and rank candidates in minutes. Here is how the main types work, where bias and compliance risk creep in, and how to choose one.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Which AI note taker works best on Zoom for recruiters? Zoom AI Companion vs third-party tools, how to turn it on, and why an interview needs more than a summary.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Which AI note taker works best in Microsoft Teams for recruiters? Teams recap and Copilot vs third-party tools, and why an interview needs more than a summary.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Joining bot or bot-less capture? How AI meeting bots work in recruitment, which tools use which model, and what it means for consent and phone.
Remo Vloet10 min.
What separates a modern ATS from a legacy system? A vendor-neutral checklist: core layer, 2026 features, compliance (GDPR + EU AI Act) and integrations.
Remo Vloet13 min.
What is conversation intelligence for recruitment? The category explained, what it delivers in practice, and the main tools honestly compared.
Remo Vloet11 min.
GDPR and EU AI Act-proof recruitment AI: what the law demands, how to verify a vendor claim, how Carv, Metaview and Simply score, plus 10 vendor questions.
Remo Vloet11 min.
CV parsing or CV formatting to house style? The difference, which tools actually do it, and why house-style formatting saves agencies time and trust.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Two ways to get AI into recruitment: a layer on top of your ATS, or an ATS with the intelligence inside it. What each costs, plus which layer connects to which ATS.
Remo Vloet12 min.
Which recruitment tools actually record phone calls? Simply, Fireflies and In2Dialog compared on VOIP, 06 numbers and recording compliance in NL.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Which recruitment AI fits a search & selection firm? On fee economics, intake depth, and why the shortlist and the record belong in one system.
Remo Vloet12 min.
Which AI software fits a staffing agency? A practical guide to the volume economics: which AI layers deliver a return at volume, and which are just overhead.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Which AI fits executive search? Low volumes, high fees, confidentiality. Why agentic throughput destroys value here and what works instead.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Which AI fits your type of recruitment agency? A vendor-neutral decision framework on four axes, plus one section per agency type — staffing, secondment, search & selection, headhunters, brokers, corporate, consultancy.
Remo Vloet13 min.
Best AI tools for recruitment in 2026 by category: meeting intelligence, sourcing, engagement, scheduling, CV parsing and co-pilots. Vendor overview with links to deep dives, no fabricated specs.
Remo Vloet14 min.
Autonomous AI in recruitment means the system decides without human approval. This article shows the legal wall (GDPR Article 22 + EU AI Act Article 14), the infrastructure you would need to run autonomous responsibly, and where the right ceiling sits today.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Recruiters lose 30% of their time to admin. What if you got that day and a half per week back? The business case for AI in recruitment, in numbers.
Remo Vloet6 min.
AI agent or AI assistant — what's the difference, and which category is your recruitment vendor really selling you? Four definitive criteria, five categories with recruitment examples, plus a vendor test you can run in ten minutes.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Clients increasingly ask for anonymized CVs. Here is how to keep that from becoming an admin nightmare — and stay GDPR-compliant in the process.
Remo Vloet7 min.
On 2 August 2026, recruitment AI becomes high-risk under the EU AI Act. This article gives the exact obligations (Annex III + Articles 9-15), the overlap with GDPR Article 22, and an 8-point compliance checklist for vendor evaluation.
Remo Vloet12 min.
AI notetakers for recruitment compared — 8 tools on pricing, channels and ATS integrations, plus what changes when the ATS records the conversation itself.
Remo Vloet12 min.
Agentic AI is the next phase after chatbots and copilots. What it actually means for recruitment, where to deploy it safely, and how to evaluate vendors without the marketing noise.
Remo Vloet12 min.
A bad handover costs you the candidate. Here is how to turn every handover into a verifiable, one-click record of everything that was said.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Recruitment intelligence is validated data from every conversation, straight into your CRM. Learn the three layers: capture, validate, activate.
Remo Vloet10 min.
Recruiting across borders but reporting in Dutch? Learn how multilingual AI turns English conversations straight into structured Dutch data.
Remo Vloet8 min.
AI meeting notes tools are everywhere. But what a recruiter needs looks nothing like what Otter or Fireflies ships. Here is why it matters.
Remo Vloet10 min.
Why fragmented workflows hold recruitment teams back, how hiring automation fixes it, and what one central database changes about your daily work.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Why generic transcription tools fall short for recruiters, what you actually need, and how to use AI interview transcription without legal risk.
Remo Vloet10 min.
Hours between a call and your CRM update? That dead time costs placements. Learn how to cut the hidden waste from your recruitment workflow.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Should you manually check AI output? No. See how Simply's validation system builds trust, so you approve at a glance instead of re-checking.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Missed details during intakes and interviews cost you time and candidates. See how AI automatically flags what you forgot to discuss.
Remo Vloet8 min.
What if your AI didn't just answer questions but drafted the fields and workflows your ATS runs on? Here's how Simply Ask and AI Matching work.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Stop wasting hours on manual CV styling. Automated formatting ensures every candidate presentation matches your brand identity without busywork.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Stop wasting time fixing broken candidate data. Learn why most parsers fail at creative resumes and how Simply uses context to ensure high accuracy.
Remo Vloet8 min.
AI won't replace the human side of recruitment. It takes over the tedious work, so you can focus on what truly matters: building real connections.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Learn how reducing your time-to-hire by automating administrative tasks can help you secure top talent before your competitors do.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Screening on keywords is outdated. Simply uses AI to analyze soft skills from conversations, giving you a better read on cultural fit and potential.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Simply uses AI to turn manual CV entry into a fully automated process. What used to take 20 minutes now takes zero. Here's how it works.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Record face-to-face interviews and automate summaries for mobile calls with the Simply app and VOIP integration. Every conversation, captured and synced.
Remo Vloet7 min.
How does Simply protect your candidate data? With enterprise-grade security, ISO-27001 certification, and full GDPR compliance. Here's how it works.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Stop struggling with manual notes and start building real connections by using AI-driven summaries that capture every detail.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Summarizing interviews is useful, but real efficiency comes from data. Simply converts conversations into structured ATS fields automatically.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Stop multitasking during client intakes. Simply handles your notes, so you can focus on the client and get polished summaries instantly.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Don't just trust AI; verify it. Simply connects every summary sentence to the original audio, giving recruiters 100% control and transparency.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Bad data entry ruins your reporting. Simply standardizes and validates CRM data automatically, turning it back into a reliable source of truth.
Remo Vloet7 min.
A maritime client had CVs in dozens of formats and languages. Simply built a custom AI solution for extraction and formatting. Here's the story.
Remo Vloet6 min.
Small details make the difference in hiring. Simply captures personal nuances automatically, so you build relationships instead of transactions.
Remo Vloet9 min.
New recruiter onboarding takes too long. A library of top conversations cuts training time from months to weeks. Here's how to build one.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Scattered notes from Teams, phone, and in-person interviews? Simply captures, summarizes, and syncs every conversation into one system.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Onboarding junior recruiters takes too much time. With data-driven insights, you add structure, save hours, and coach your team more effectively.
Remo Vloet7 min.
There are two honest routes: bolt an AI layer onto the ATS you have, or move to one where the AI is the foundation. Here is how the two differ in practice.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Stop settling for generic summaries. Simply delivers customized interview profiles tailored to your exact needs, landing straight in your own fields.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Simply reads CVs into your own ATS fields and picklists. Learn how to turn CV data into records that fit the data model you have configured.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Standard CV parsing tools often miss critical details or leave your data in the wrong language. Simply uses advanced AI to fix that.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Upload a CV and Simply extracts all data, checks quality, and exports it in your brand style. Ready in seconds, with zero manual formatting.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Simply gives you full control over AI-driven ATS updates. Every extraction is validated, so you get automation with complete visibility and trust.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Simply eliminates manual input in hiring conversations. Every interview is processed, summarized, and filed as structured candidate data. Zero busywork.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Most AI tools summarize and stop, so you retype. When the AI and the record are one system, every value lands in your own fields as a proposal you approve.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Not all AI recruitment tools deliver results. Learn which applications actually save time and improve hiring, based on real-world use cases.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Keywords and job titles no longer cut it. Contextual recruitment looks at meaning, personality, and deeper experience. Here's why it matters now.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Every summary line and every extracted field in Simply points back at the moment in the audio it came from. Click it, hear it, and check it yourself.
Remo Vloet7 min.
AI interview scheduling speeds up hiring and reduces errors. From automated screening to smart calendar management: a hands-on guide for recruiters.
Remo Vloet7 min.
PDFs lock you in. With Word export from SimplyRecruit, you get speed, control, and flexibility. Discover why Word is the new standard in CV handling.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Learn how Big Five and Hogan models enhance recruitment. Reduce bias, predict behavior, and make better hiring decisions, all applied automatically.
Remo Vloet6 min.
A dashboard can show you where a desk is stuck without opening anybody's records. What recruitment reporting honestly gives you, and where it deliberately stops.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Building your own recruitment AI, or bolting one onto the ATS you already run? Both underestimate the same thing. What to buy instead, and the 5% where building is right.
Remo Vloet9 min.
CV parsing software automates screening and boosts accuracy. Here's how to choose the right tool and get the most out of AI-powered resume analysis.
Remo Vloet7 min.
People-focused recruiting with AI: automate CV handling, summarize interviews, and analyze empathy and culture fit. Data meets human connection.
Remo Vloet9 min.
The ideal interview length depends on the type. From 15-minute screenings to 90-minute panels, here's how long each format should take and why.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Speed up your recruitment process. Simply formats, translates, and styles CVs in your brand identity automatically. More efficiency, less busywork.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Reporting in Simply is dashboards you build over your own objects. Counts, rates and trends, permission checked per request, and no click-through to the records behind a number.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Three recruitment experts making a real difference in 2025. Learn from their approaches how to prepare for the next phase of hiring and talent.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Build a fair, structured interview assessment process. Learn how to create scorecards, reduce bias, and make better hiring decisions.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Which interview questions are illegal and why? A practical guide with examples and alternatives to keep your hiring process legally compliant.
Remo Vloet8 min.
The best peer interview questions go beyond skills. Use these 30 questions to assess culture fit, collaboration style, and how candidates work in teams.
Remo Vloet11 min.
Prepare for role play interviews with effective strategies and practical tips. Enhance your performance and boost your confidence—read the article now!
Remo Vloet7 min.
Learn to spot the 20 most common interview red flags, from vague answers to culture misalignment. Includes how to probe further without confrontation.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Asking the right interview questions as a manager is a skill. This guide helps you with effective questions to confidently select the best candidate.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Use these 25 situational interview questions to predict real job performance. Includes scoring tips and sample answers for recruiters.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Learn how to write clear, structured interview summaries that reduce bias and speed up hiring decisions. Includes 3 ready-to-use templates.
Remo Vloet9 min.
AI is no longer optional in recruitment. Companies that automate now hire faster and smarter. These are the 2025 trends you can't afford to ignore.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Assess culture fit without gut feeling. These 20 interview questions reveal how candidates work, communicate, and handle conflict in practice.
Remo Vloet9 min.
Start every interview on the right foot. 70 icebreaker questions organized by category, from light conversation starters to role-specific openers.
Remo Vloet10 min.
AI is changing recruitment fast. From automated CV screening to smarter matching: these are the applications making real impact in 2026.
Remo Vloet9 min.
The best European recruitment events for 2025. Which conferences deliver valuable contacts and insights? Here's your complete overview.
Remo Vloet7 min.
The 8 recruitment trends shaping 2025. From AI-assisted interviewing to skills-based hiring, here's what's actually changing in talent acquisition.
Remo Vloet7 min.
AI makes hiring faster and better, even without technical skills. Identify your pain points, judge the systems on the right five things, and phase it in.
Remo Vloet10 min.
From CV screening to candidate matching: 11 AI applications recruiters already use daily. With practical tips to get started right away.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Staan Finance boosted employee satisfaction through Simply. Less admin burden, more time for candidates. Read how they made it happen.
Remo Vloet6 min.
Learn how to create an interview script that ensures fairness and efficiency. Includes common pitfalls, best questions, and a ready-to-use template.
Remo Vloet7 min.
Simply is the ATS and CRM itself: recording, parsing, matching, formatting and reporting inside one system you shape yourself. Here's how that works in practice.
Remo Vloet8 min.
Find out how Simply can completely evolve your workflow.No slides, just product.