The process of reviewing resumes, interviewing candidates, and hiring & on-boarding is time-consuming. When searching for the proverbial needle in a haystack, keeping organized should be easier. Thankfully, there’s a light at the end of the tunnel. Due largely in part to the emergence of web-based Software as a Service (SaaS), organizations of any size and budget can tap into feature-rich web-based applicant tracking software (ATS) and streamline their hiring processes.

As an alternative to traditional desktop systems, web-based software as a service puts big-time functionality at recruiting professionals’ disposal without the upfront expense of desktop implementations.

If you think you may be ready to get rid of your Rolodex and clear that stack of resumes off of your desk, here’s what you should know…