Hiring Smarter: Where AI Meets HI (Human Intelligence)
There’s no denying that AI is transforming the way we recruit talent. Tools like resume screeners, sourcing algorithms, and search bots are enabling organizations to move faster and reduce costs across the board. In fact, 67% of hiring managers now use AI at some point in their hiring process and the global AI recruitment technology market is projected to reach $3.8 billion by 2027.
But with all this automation, many are forgetting about the most essential part of recruiting … and that will always be the people.
Did you Know That:
- 82% of job seekers say they are often frustrated by an overly automated hiring experience. (Source: CareerBuilder)
- 63% of candidates feel that employers don’t communicate adequately during the hiring process, often a symptom of automated or impersonal workflows. (Source: PwC)
- Nearly 60% of applicants say they feel like their applications go into a “black hole” when companies rely heavily on AI-driven applicant tracking systems. (Source: Glassdoor & SHRM trends)
In today’s race for the “fastest, smartest, newest” way to recruit, we’ve watched something deeply human get lost. Candidates (real people with stories, ambitions, and potential) are too often reduced to keywords, ranked by algorithms, and filtered out before they ever have a chance to be heard. And that’s not just unfortunate, it’s a problem. Because the best hire isn’t always the one with the most polished resume. It’s the person whose journey resonates, whose passion lights up a room, and whose energy just clicks with the team. That kind of fit can’t be measured by machines, it’s something only people can recognize.
Absolutely. AI has transformed the way we recruit, and at Talascend, we fully leverage advanced sourcing tools, smart candidate-matching platforms, and real-time labor market analytics to find top-tier talent quickly and efficiently. Here’s what sets us apart: we never let technology replace human judgment. Every resume is reviewed by a real person. Every candidate will engage in a genuine conversation with someone who truly listens. And every client works with a dedicated partner who cares deeply about solving their workforce and staffing challenges, not just filling roles. At Talascend, people always come first.
Let’s Keep It Real ... and Really Effective!
AI is an incredible tool, but it’s just that ... a tool. When technology supports human insight (not replaces it), recruiting becomes smarter, faster, and more meaningful. At Talascend, we combine cutting-edge tech with real human connection to create hiring experiences that work for both clients and candidates.
Contact us today. We would love to show you what people-first recruiting can do.
About Talascend
Talascend is a Veteran Owned Business that is dedicated to the success of our nation’s civilian and veteran personnel. To date, the Talascend organization has a staff of 60 experienced and tenured recruiting professionals, a contract community of nearly 700 employees working on-site at our partnering accounts, and a candidate community of 1.2M+ engineering, technical and skilled trade professionals.
With 75+ years of staffing success, Talascend has been one of the most reliable and effective providers of strategic staffing solutions for clients serving multiple industry verticals needing top talent in engineering, technical, and skilled trade disciplines. Headquartered in Troy, Michigan, the Talascend companies have worked with some of the world’s largest and best-known organizations on an extensive range of high-profile projects nationwide. If you are looking for a new career, or to grow your workforce, contact us today!