Such programs are easily fooled. Unqualified candidates can get on the short list merely by writing a resume that includes buzzwords from the job description. Recruiters often start the interview process by handing out a pile of paper forms. This makes technical people feel like they're applying for a loan rather than offering their valuable services to a company that needs those services. Underutilizing the Internet.
Recruiters typically use the Internet only to post job descriptions and gather resumes.
Instead, they should use the Internet to search industry-specific newsgroups for people who have the knowledge and experience to become potential employees. Forcing hiring managers out of the picture. In many companies, HR won't let the hiring managers get involved until recruiters have selected a short list of candidates. But the hiring manager is often the very person who has the best industry contacts. Not spending time in the trenches.