As recruiters pour thousands of dollars into recruitment tech, questions remain: Are these investments delivering measurable results?
To uncover this, we conducted research with staffing professionals to gather original, authentic insights on ATS adoption and RecTech tool usage.
These findings are based on direct responses from agency recruiters, in-house recruiters, and talent acquisition directors in the field, offering a level of credibility and relevance to the ongoing conversation about the role of technology in recruitment.
Before we begin, let’s look at the ongoing hiring challenges.
State of ATS adoption in the recruitment industry
It’s no surprise that ATS adoption is at an all-time high.
Our survey shows that 93% of recruitment professionals use an ATS to streamline their hiring processes. This shift is happening across organizations of all sizes, with:
- 60% of small businesses (1-50 employees) now rely on ATS, up from previous years when these tools were mainly the domain of larger enterprises.
- 80% of large organizations (1,001+ employees) also use ATS, highlighting the need for scalable solutions to handle complex hiring needs.
But it’s not only about getting the tech in place. The question is also about how often recruiters are using it.
- 70% of in-house recruiters use their ATS daily, integrating it deeply into their daily workflows.
As AI-driven solutions gain traction, this daily usage is set to rise even more as organizations realize the power of automation.
How are the recruiters adapting to recruitment technology?
From AI-powered sourcing tools to video interviewing platforms, 85% of recruiters are using technology for sourcing and outreach.
This surge in tech adoption reflects the growing demand for automation and efficiency in the hiring process.
A particularly interesting trend is within the healthcare sector:
- 65% of healthcare recruiters use ATS for candidate sourcing, a clear sign that even specialized sectors are leveraging technology to manage talent shortages and accelerate hiring.
With recruitment facing ever-evolving challenges, it’s clear that technology is not just an optional tool anymore.
The impact of recruitment technology on hiring operations
When it comes to efficiency, RecTech is delivering real results. A staggering:
- 90% of recruiters using AI-driven sourcing tools reported significant improvements in time-to-hire.
- 70% of those automating screening and shortlisting saw an uptick in candidate quality.
These numbers represent the transformative power of automation and AI in reducing time-to-fill and improving the caliber of candidates in the pipeline.
But the benefits don’t stop there.
50% of recruiters have seen a 25–40% improvement in their overall hiring efficiency thanks to RecTech tools.
What’s next for #RecTech?
As recruitment technology continues to evolve, so does the investment in these tools.
55% of recruiters will likely increase their investments in recruitment technology over the next 12 months.
Whether it’s to address time-to-fill challenges, improve candidate experience, or stay ahead of competitors, the demand for new recruitment tools is growing.
Interestingly, investment in RecTech is not limited to large enterprises:
- 45% of small organizations (1–50 employees) are planning to invest in new RecTech in the next year.
- 40% of larger enterprises (1,001+ employees) are focusing on scaling their recruitment tech stack.
This shows that no company is too big or too small to benefit from investment in recruitment technology.
Methodology
The “State of Recruitment Technology: Latest Report” survey was conducted from February 12, 2025, among a sample of 58 recruiters from various industries. The survey was promoted through multiple channels, including email campaigns, social media, and direct outreach to recruitment professionals. It aimed to gather insights on ATS and RecTech adoption, usage patterns, challenges, and overall satisfaction. Data collected was analyzed to identify trends and correlations in recruitment technology usage. The results will help inform the recruitment community on the current state and future trends in recruitment technology.
