The executive search process involves a research-based approach to going out and identifying the best candidate (who may not be actively job seeking) for a specific position at a specific organization.  This is the methodology supported by executive search software and is ideal in any situation requiring the sourcing of “passive candidates”.  Recruitment software is also more typically used by recruiters who seek to place active job seekers into jobs.   Examples of executive search software would be Talentis or FileFinder, while an example of recruitment software would be Voyager Infinity.