What is Google Hire?
Posted August 9th, 2017
Tech giant Google recently announced the launch of a new service called Google Hire. This system is intended to provide companies with tools for managing internal hiring processes more effectively, creating an applicant tracking system that integrates with various G Suite applications.
Often, any product launching under the Google name gains a lot of attention, and Google Hire will likely be no different. But whether it is right for you will depend on your unique situation. Here’s what you need to know about the service.
It’s About Candidate Management
While the recent launch of Google for Jobs was all about open position listings and searches, the service had little to offer companies looking to hire top talent. Google Hire, however, is focused on candidate management and is being directly marketed as a business solution.
The intent is to provide an alternative to manual tracking procedures and allowing the application management process to be handled seamlessly through G Suite. Instead of copying and pasting information into other applications or having to initiate email contact with candidates by hand, Google Hire makes the process easy.
Google Hire also integrates with Google Calendar, making it easy to create and monitor interview schedules, send invites to job seekers, and even distribute follow-up questions.
Some job posting services are also included. These involve using popular sites like Indeed predominately, but open positions will be listed on Google for Jobs as well.
Is It Right for You?
The bulk of the benefits Google Hire offers relies heavily on a company’s use of G Suite applications. The service integrates well with the associated products, like Gmail and Google Calendar, but not with others, like Microsoft 365.
Generally, the high level of integration with G Suite is truly where the value resides. Google Hire helps lower the amount of time and energy required to manage the hiring process if you use Google’s other applications. But, if you don’t, most of your manual processes and commitments will remain very similar. This means, if you aren’t currently a Google shop, you aren’t likely to get all of the advantages Google Hire may provide.
Additionally, the new service is primarily targeting small to mid-sized companies. The site license fee is tiered based on the size of the business and not the number of hires. Organization’s with up to 50 employees paying $2,400 a year, and those with up to 100 or 250 employees pay $4,800 a year $12,000 year, respectively. Depending on your hiring needs, the pricing listed above may or may not make sense with your budget, especially if you aren’t a G Suite user.
While Google Hire is certainly something to watch, it isn’t necessarily the right choice for everyone as it stands today. Luckily, there are other services that can provide you with a significant amount of value at a price you can afford.
If you want help finding the best candidates for your vacant positions, the professionals at Bayside Solutions can create a customized approach based on your needs. Contact us to see how our services can be effective, efficient, and affordable.
