Think your resume is impressing recruiters? Think again. Before any human ever lays eyes on it, your CV is likely to be scanned by an AI-powered gatekeeper: the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). These sophisticated systems don’t just store resumes; they parse keywords, evaluate experience, and rank candidates based on how well their profiles match the job requirements.
In today’s competitive job market, ATS has become the first hurdle, silently deciding who moves forward and who gets filtered out. Understanding how these algorithms work, and tailoring your resume accordingly, is no longer optional; it’s the first step toward landing your next opportunity.
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On the employer side, ATS platforms offer undeniable advantages: automation accelerates screening, analytics enable smarter decision-making, and consistency helps reduce ad hoc bias. An ATS collects all applications in a unified system, enabling recruiters to filter by keywords, sort by experience, and track metrics like time-to-hire and source effectiveness.
In India, companies are increasingly relying on data to back hiring choic
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