Automated Reference Checks for Better Hiring
Get comprehensive, unbiased insights about candidates from their previous managers and colleagues in days, not weeks.
Be Our Founding UserWhat Are Automated Reference Checks?
Automated reference checks streamline the process of gathering feedback from a candidate’s professional references using structured questionnaires and intelligent follow-ups.
Our system provides:
- Structured Assessments: Consistent, job-relevant questions for all references
- AI-Powered Analysis: Identify patterns and highlight key insights
- Compliance Assurance: EEOC-compliant questions that reduce bias
- Detailed Reports: Clear summaries with actionable insights
🚀 The Business Impact of Automated Reference Checks
⏱️ Save 80% Time
Complete reference checks in days instead of weeks with our automated system.
📊 3x More Predictive
Structured reference checks predict performance better than unstructured interviews.
🤝 Reduce Hiring Mistakes
Surface red flags and validate strengths before making offers.
🔄 How Our Automated Reference Checks Work
Candidate Provides References
The candidate submits contact information for 3-5 professional references through our secure portal.
Automated Outreach
Our system contacts references via email with a personalized request to complete the assessment.
Smart Follow-Ups
Automated reminders ensure high response rates without manual follow-up from your team.
Comprehensive Analysis
Our AI analyzes responses across all references to identify consistent patterns and potential red flags.
Detailed Report
Receive a clear, actionable report summarizing strengths, areas for development, and verification of key skills.
📋 What We Assess in Reference Checks
Our structured reference checks evaluate the key factors that predict job success:
💼 Job Performance
Quality of work, productivity, and ability to meet deadlines
🤝 Teamwork
Collaboration skills and ability to work well with others
💡 Problem-Solving
Approach to challenges and complex situations
📈 Leadership Potential
Initiative, decision-making, and ability to influence
🔄 Adaptability
Response to change and learning agility
🎯 Cultural Fit
Alignment with your organization’s values and work style
⚠️ Why Traditional Reference Checks Fail
Traditional reference checking methods are often ineffective because:
- Time-consuming: HR spends hours chasing references
- Inconsistent: Different questions for different candidates
- Superficial: References often provide vague or overly positive feedback
- Biased: Unstructured questions lead to subjective evaluations
- Low response rates: Busy professionals ignore phone calls and emails
Our automated solution solves all these problems while providing deeper, more actionable insights.
🔬 Scientifically Validated Approach
Our reference check methodology is based on industrial-organizational psychology best practices:
📊 Structured Questions
Job-relevant, behaviorally anchored rating scales for consistent evaluation
⚖️ Reduced Bias
Standardized process minimizes subjective judgments
🔍 Multiple Perspectives
Aggregate feedback from multiple references for balanced view
🔄 Seamless Integration
Our automated reference checks work with your existing hiring process:
📱 ATS Integration
Connect with popular applicant tracking systems
📧 Email Notifications
Automated status updates keep your team informed
📂 Centralized Records
All reference data stored securely for compliance
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend 3-5 professional references, ideally including at least one direct manager. Our system makes it easy for references to respond, so more feedback leads to better insights.
Our system automatically sends reminders and follows up with non-responders. We typically achieve 80%+ response rates, significantly higher than manual methods.
Yes, our questions are designed by employment lawyers and industrial-organizational psychologists to be EEOC-compliant and avoid discriminatory inquiries.
Most reference checks are completed within 3-5 business days, compared to weeks with traditional methods.
Yes, you can add job-specific questions or modify our standard questionnaire to focus on your priority competencies.
🚀 Transform Your Reference Checking Process
Get deeper insights, save time, and make better hiring decisions with automated reference checks.
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