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CNA
2 days ago
- Business
- CNA
Singapore's manufacturing sector contracts at slower pace in May
Singapore's manufacturing sector contracted for a second straight month in May, but the pace of decline eased slightly. The Purchasing Managers' Index edged up 0.1 points to 49.7 from April. A reading below 50 signals contraction. Some industry experts and recruiters share how the manufacturing sector is adapting its hiring strategies to stay agile. Caitlin Ng reports.
BreakingNews.ie
5 days ago
- Business
- BreakingNews.ie
Nearly 70% of job applications rejected due to lack of relevant skills, survey shows
Two in three job applications are rejected due to a lack of relevant skills, which is leading to slower and more resource-intensive hiring for employers, according to a new survey. The IrishJobs Recruiter & Jobseeker survey gathered insights from 553 recruiters and 738 jobseekers in Ireland to identify changing attitudes and actions on hiring processes in a fast-evolving labour market. Advertisement Findings from the survey show that 68 per cent of job applications are rejected due to a lack of relevant skills which is impacting the speed and quality of recruitment. As a result, 78 per cent of employers are not satisfied with the quality of job applications received for open positions, indicating a growing disconnect between what employers are looking for and where jobs candidates can deliver, IrishJobs said. This dissatisfaction results in just 25 per cent of candidates progressing to the interview stage, with manual screening slowing decisions and making it easier to miss strong candidates. This finding is a sign of the growing gap between the talent needs of employers and the relevant capabilities provided by candidates. A lack of relevant skills is the main reason applications are rejected. This is followed by a lack of relevant experience and unexplained employment gaps. Advertisement Beyond skills and experience – presentation also plays a role in whether candidates make it through the recruitment process. More than one in five (21 per cent) job candidates are rejected due to poorly formatted applications. In response, a growing number of jobseekers are turning to AI to improve their applications. Findings from the research show that 35 per cent of candidates are now using AI to optimise the formatting and language quality of their documents. With AI tools being used by more job candidates to generate content including CVs and cover letters, employers should consider evolving their hiring processes to ensure more holistic candidate evaluation. Advertisement Job advert disconnect 77 per cent of jobseekers believe the expectations and responsibilities of open roles were not clearly outlined in adverts during their last job search, according to the survey findings. This uncertainty can have a significant impact on the success of recruitment. One in five (20 per cent) of jobseekers will decline a job offer after an interview if expectations differ significantly from those originally advertised. Candidates are also deterred by missing information. Half of candidates (50 per cent) say the absence of a salary range makes them less likely to apply. Nearly as many (44 per cent) are put off by unclear job titles, while a third (33 per cent) report that vague descriptions of job benefits also impacts their decision. Developing clearer and more detailed job ads is one of the steps employers can take to address these challenges and enhance the quality of applications. Advertisement With 74 per cent of recruiters saying that improved job descriptions lead to better applications, it is clear that greater clarity (on everything from salary and benefits to responsibilities and expectations) can help bridge the gap between candidates and employers and streamline the recruitment process. Ireland Half of Irish adults say their DIY skills are 'wel... Read More Commenting on the findings, country director of The Stepstone Group Ireland with responsibility for IrishJobs, Sam Dooley, said: 'Against a backdrop of global economic uncertainty, we can expect a slower pace of employment growth in Ireland over the coming months. "Despite this evolving environment, the rate of unemployment in Ireland remains close to historic lows, with many employers still struggling to navigate a highly competitive market for talent and attract the high calibre talent needed to unlock future growth. "It's clear from the findings of the IrishJobs Recruiter & Jobseeker survey that the quality of job applications received by employers in Ireland is having a direct impact on recruitment. "A high volume of applications from candidates without the relevant skills for roles is creating challenges for many employers, resulting in a slower pace of hiring and the need for additional resources to manage the hiring process."
Forbes
28-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Platform Imperative: Why Every Staffing Company Needs An Operating System
We've spent the last decade talking about the future of work. It's no longer a conversation about what might happen. It's happening now. The $650 billion staffing industry is shifting beneath our feet, and the clearest signal is this: traditional staffing companies are starting to look more like tech platforms. The legacy infrastructure, built around manual workflows and rigid applicant tracking systems, wasn't designed for today's pace or scale. Rising expectations, tighter margins, and global talent shortages have exposed the limits of these systems. What's replacing them isn't just more software. It's a new operating model. At the center of that model are AI-powered platforms that don't just digitize processes but reimagine how work flows from end to end. One company trying to address this shift is Graphite, which recently launched GraphiteOS, an operating system for staffing firms and gig platforms. The idea is to treat recruiting not as a series of siloed handoffs, but as an orchestrated environment where human insight and machine intelligence work together. GraphiteOS spans sourcing, matching, onboarding, and back-office management. Rather than removing recruiters from the process, it aims to automate the repetitive tasks so recruiters can focus on judgment, trust, and relationships. While it's still early, some GraphiteOS clients report faster placements and improved match quality. These are encouraging signs, not proof points, but they reflect a broader movement. Staffing companies aren't just layering AI on top of their workflows; they're rethinking the workflows entirely. Bullhorn offers another perspective. A long-standing player in staffing tech, it has been trying to evolve its platform to support more connected, automated experiences. Its Bullhorn One suite now supports functions across the talent lifecycle, from client management to invoicing. What's notable isn't just the technology, but the shift in philosophy. Bullhorn isn't treating AI as a bolt-on. It's becoming central to how the platform is designed and deployed. Then there's which offers a white-label platform that helps staffing firms build their own branded marketplaces. Its tools automate shift scheduling, onboarding, and billing. The AI component predicts candidate availability and potential no-shows, helping firms stay ahead of disruptions. This approach is especially relevant for on-demand staffing, where reliability is everything. Each of these companies represents a different response to the same problem. The traditional staffing playbook doesn't scale anymore. What's replacing it isn't one-size-fits-all, but it is universally platform-driven. Some are focused on infrastructure, others on governance or market reach. They all are betting that adaptive, AI-integrated systems will become the new baseline. If that sounds familiar, it should. The staffing industry is going through what marketing went through a decade ago. Back then, CMOs moved from managing campaigns to owning revenue, supported by platforms like Salesforce and HubSpot. Now it's HR and staffing's turn. Leaders who embrace platform thinking will shift from reactive hiring to building fluid, skills-based ecosystems. Integrating full-time employees, freelancers, and AI agents into unified teams. It means matching people to work based on skills and availability, not just job titles and resumes. What's emerging isn't just a technology stack. It's a new architecture for work. Platforms like GraphiteOS, Bullhorn, and Wolf show different paths, but the direction is clear. The future of staffing will be built on systems that support scale, intelligence, and adaptability. Companies that treat AI as a side project will struggle. The ones that reimagine their foundations will move faster and operate with more precision. This is the platform imperative. And it's not in the distance. It's already here.
Forbes
25-05-2025
- Business
- Forbes
5 Reasons Why It's A Mistake To Ignore LinkedIn Until You Need A Job
Look, I get it—LinkedIn can feel super 'cringe' lately. Scrolling through people's family vacation pics and deep-thought posts to their spouses can feel a bit…staged. But that's a whole other article. A bigger mistake than posting beach pics, is ignoring LinkedIn until you're miserable in your job or even worse, unemployed. Here's why you should keep your LinkedIn game strong all the time, whether you're happy in your current job or not. Before anyone works with you, hires you, or even meets you, it's highly likely that they'll Google you—and LinkedIn usually shows up first. If your profile looks busted, ignored, or like your maybe thought you were 'above paying attention to it', the wrong message is being sent. Keeping it tight and polished means you're always making the best possible first impression. LinkedIn isn't just a place to find a new job. It's where people share ideas, make connections, and open doors. Building those relationships before you need them means you're more likely to hear about cool opportunities, partnerships, or projects when they come up. If you sleep on posting, commenting, or engaging on LinkedIn until you need something from your network, your connections are likely going to know it, and it may feel disingenuous and opportunistic. When someone gets the sense that you only want to connect when you need something from them, it can be repelling. A lot of recruiters use LinkedIn to find people quietly—they don't post the job anywhere else. If your profile is active and easy to find, you might get contacted about roles you didn't even know existed. If you only update LinkedIn when you're desperate, you miss out on these 'pocket listing' jobs. Posting your thoughts, sharing articles, or commenting on industry news helps you stand out. You know what they say, the extra mile is never crowded. Contributing to the platform shows the algorithm, and your network, that you're engaged and knowledgeable. That kind of visibility can lead to invites for speaking gigs, consulting, or other cool projects—not just job offers. A tip, don't merely 'like' something, but instead be sure you're commenting, which feels like the least you can do. If you don't like it enough to comment, give it a second thought on if it's important enough to flow into your feed. LinkedIn isn't just for humble bragging about your recent accomplishments; it's also a place to support people in your network that could benefit from visibility to your network as well as a place to learn. You can take courses, follow industry trends, and keep your skills sharp. Staying active means, you're always growing (and showing that growth), which is great no matter where you are in your career. Don't wait until you are job hunting to fix your LinkedIn. Update your profile regularly, add new skills, and share stuff that matters to you. Use keywords that show what you do best and write recommendations for people you've worked with. The more active and complete your profile, the easier it is for others to find you—and for you to find the right opportunities. LinkedIn is more than just a job site—it's your professional spotlight. Ignoring it until you need a job is like waiting until the last minute to get dressed for an important event. Stay active, stay visible, and you'll be ready for when the luck shows up.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Naukri exposed recruiter email addresses, researcher says
a popular Indian employment website, has fixed a bug that exposed the email addresses of recruiters using its platform to search and hire talent online. The issue, discovered by security researcher Lohith Gowda, affected the API that Naukri used on its Android and iOS apps. The API exposed the email addresses of recruiters visiting profiles of potential candidates on Naukri's platform. The issue did not appear to affect the company's website. "The exposed recruiter email IDs can be used for targeted phishing attacks, and recruiters may receive excessive unsolicited emails and spam," Gowda told TechCrunch. He added that exposed email IDs could be added to public breach databases or spam lists, and mass email address scraping could lead to automated bot abuse or scams. TechCrunch verified the exposure after the researcher shared details about the bug. The researcher confirmed to TechCrunch that the issue was fixed earlier this week, which Naukri corroborated on Friday. "All identified enhancements are implemented, ensuring our systems remain updated and resilient," Alok Vij, IT infrastructure head at Naukri's parent company InfoEdge, told TechCrunch over email. "Our teams have not detected any usual activity that affects the integrity of user data." Founded in March 1997, is India's top classified recruitment website, helping connect recruiters, employers, and job seekers. Apart from India, the site exists in the Middle East as "Certain features of our recruiter profiles are designed to be public to enable users to know who has access to their profile(s). We conduct regular audits and security assessments," said Vij. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
