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Whitepapers, Articles & Research

Part of our mission is to inform and educate clients about the use of pre-employment testing, screening, and assessment tools. Our founder, Dr. Charles Handler is a recognized thought leader for assessment. See Dr. Handler’s author page on ERE.net.

Here’s How to Avoid Picking a Shoddy Assessment Vendor

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by Dr. Charles Handler April 4, 2013

Selecting a pre-hire assessment vendor is not always easy, but doing it right can make a huge difference.

These 5 Trends Are Shaping the Future of Pre-hire Assessments

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by Dr. Charles Handler Feb 21, 2013

2013 is going to present the start of a major tipping point in the way people find and are evaluated for jobs.

Validation: Overcoming Inertia to Prove the Value of Staffing as a Profit Center

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by Dr. Charles Handler Jan 8, 2013

When it comes to demonstrating value, data and money are among the best pieces of proof one could ask for.

Success With Pre-hire Assessment Starts With Using the Right Tool at the Right Time

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by Dr. Charles Handler Nov 28, 2012

While there are many possible ways to use pre-hire assessments, there are some general truths associated with getting the most out of these tools.

Computers Aren’t Ready to Take Over Hiring

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by Dr. Charles Handler Oct 11, 2012

If you are into the use of technology to support the hiring process, read the recent Wall Street Journal article about algorithmic hiring.

IBM’s Acquisition of Kenexa: A Sign of the Times for 3 Trends in HR Technology

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by Dr. Charles Handler Sep 20, 2012

By now we’ve all heard the news about IBM’s acquisition of Kenexa and have likely read a few of the many opinions about the meaning and implications of this blockbuster deal.

The Assessment Time Capsule: What Has and Has Not Changed in the World of Pre-employment Assessment

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by Dr. Charles Handler Aug 7, 2012

I was cleaning the attic the other day when I discovered a book that Kevin Wheeler and I put together back in the fall of 2001. This dusty tomb provided me with a treasure trove of insight along with a good deal of food for reflection.

Smarterer: The Future of Employment Testing Is Wide Open

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by Dr. Charles Handler July 10, 2012

Every once in a while I take notice of a new company that seems to be flying under the radar. Smarterer is one such company I believe it is quietly going about the business of changing the testing industry as we know it.

Analytics and Technology Have Led Us to the Doorstep of Assessment’s “Golden Era”

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by Dr. Charles Handler June 7, 2012

The coming decades will represent not just a new era for testing and assessment, but rather its “golden era.” I began talking about this trend almost a decade ago, and I continue to watch for signs of the major transition that is currently underway.

Evaluating Your Pre-employment Assessment Maturity Level

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by Dr. Charles Handler April 11, 2012

The proper use of assessments is not an easy proposition. Doing it right is something that takes dedication and hard work, and even the most advanced companies must continually make improvements. But these same companies will tell you that the results to be obtained are well worth the effort.

The following is a brief list of the key markers across three levels of maturity.

The BAT Signal! More Evidence That the Best Business Leaders Value Assessment

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by Dr. Charles Handler March 15, 2012

Recently a client told me about a new assessment program that made my ears perk up. It’s called the Bloomberg Assessment Test (BAT) and it’s yet another piece of solid evidence that the use of pre-employment assessment is being seen as a value-add by business leaders across the globe. 

Matching: the Newest Flavor of Assessment Tools

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by Dr. Charles Handler Feb 16, 2012

I continue to be impressed by the evolution of pre-employment assessment tools. This evolution is being driven by the continued growth of the value proposition assessment provides. As a result, an increasing number of new product include embedded assessments designed to help predict which applicants have the best chance of success. 

Hot, Warm, and Cold Trends in Pre-employment Assessment for 2012 (and Beyond)

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by Dr. Charles Handler Jan 10, 2012

I’ve never felt better about the evolution of pre-employment assessment. In this coming year we’ll see some real progress toward new levels of assessment adoption that will be based more on results then on hype. But there are some significant challenges to be faced. 

See all of Dr. Handler's articles on ERE.net

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