The newspaper did only a soft promotion in the Careers section of the Web site, but got a good response on it. Since this was the first time the system was used, the feedback was important for the shaping of IdealHire. The functionality was there but not the ease of use. Job seekers visiting the newspaper's Web site register and create a profile. The profile will ask users basic information, such as address, phone number and e-mail.
Users then choose multiple industries and jobs.
Each time one is chosen, the user is then asked to choose from a list of skills relevant to that job. After selecting the skills, the computer will then ask the user to give the number of years they have possessed that skill and what level of expertise they have. After the user has provided that information, they are also asked what level of education they have. That is all the basic information that the system requires to begin matching the prospective job seeker with employers registered on the site. Users may also add a resum to their profile, as well as attachments such as artwork.