Workable

Workable is an agentic software platform for recruiting and HR, officially positioned as the "system of record for everything HR." Its core philosophy is: agents handle recruiting, people manage talent. The platform embeds AI agents directly into Workable's ATS (Applicant Tracking System); users set operating modes and rules, data always belongs to the user, and the platform can also work with the user's own AI.

[Purpose and Positioning] Workable is aimed at teams and enterprises that need to handle large volumes of recruiting information. According to the official description, many recruiting bottlenecks are essentially information-processing problems, such as screening large numbers of resumes against specifications, checking basic fit, collecting missing information, following up, and so on, and these tasks should be handled by the system. Workable's AI agents take on information-intensive work and leave decisions requiring judgment to people. According to the official statement, more than 35,000 companies in over 100 countries already use Workable.

[Main Capability: AI Recruiting Agent]

1. Proactive sourcing and outreach: search more than 400 million candidate profiles, discover matching candidates before they apply proactively, and send each person a personalized message; this can be done continuously for each role, not only for roles with a headhunting budget.
2. Full screening and information completion: evaluate every inbound candidate based on up to 14 role criteria, then message candidates directly to confirm interest, fill information gaps, and answer questions, so that candidates are fully screened before entering the process.
3. Generate candidate shortlists: as soon as a candidate applies, score them against the specifications and show the reasons for the score. Strong matches are advanced automatically, clearly unsuitable candidates are diverted, and users can override any judgment within seconds.
4. Native agent way of working: agents use the platform in the same way users do to source, screen, and message, and have full company context, inherit the user's security and access model, and users have complete control.

[Main Capability: Complete ATS Foundation] Agentic AI is embedded in a complete applicant tracking system, covering requisitions, sourcing, pipelines, screening, interviews, offers, analytics, and governance, forming a deep system of record. Agents read this system before acting and act only within the system's guardrails. Specific features include:

• One-click posting to more than 200 job boards, covering more than 100 countries, major job boards across industries, and major social media platforms.
• Deep integration with LinkedIn and Indeed: officially described as Indeed Platinum and a LinkedIn Preferred Partner, supporting Apply with LinkedIn and Indeed Apply to improve application conversion rates.
• Job page builder: create a brand-customized careers site through a drag-and-drop editor, showcasing company culture and open positions.
• Talent CRM database: manage the talent pool in a searchable database, filter and move candidates through stages, and quickly perform actions.
• Assessment tools: customizable interview kits, scorecards, and scientifically backed assessments to standardize hiring criteria across roles.
• Requisition management: approve headcount before starting the search, with multi-level approvals, budget control, and salary range checks against market benchmarks.
• Self-scheduling interviews: candidates can book interviews themselves, recruiting team calendars sync automatically, and all communication is visible in one place.
• Candidate experience: mobile-optimized application process, autofill, candidate-facing interface in their native language, outreach through integrated email and SMS, with the company stating a 98% response rate and responses 60 times faster than email alone.
• Flexible workflows: custom pipelines, profiles, and permissions, manage requisitions, control budgets, set approval flows, and configure fine-grained access permissions for each stage.
• Offer management: create and send offers using customizable templates, manage approval processes, collect e-signatures, and complete integrated background checks.

[Key capability: a complete HR platform after hiring] Continue managing onboarding, performance, leave, attendance, employee records, and payroll reporting on the same system:

• Automated new hire onboarding: create personalized welcome portals and role-specific workflows, automate paperwork through e-signatures, track progress, and notify managers instantly.
• Self-service employee portal: employees can handle HR matters themselves, update personal information, and access company documents, with built-in approval flows and change tracking.
• Performance and engagement: includes full 360° performance reviews and review meetings, supports performance tracking and reporting, and boosts team engagement through employee surveys.
• HR system of record: store and organize all employee data in customizable profiles, track job history and compensation, and maintain an automatically updated org chart.
• Digital document and e-signature management: control company documents from a central hub, and create, distribute, and track them through templates, e-signatures, and automated reminders.

[Open platform and bring your own AI] Workable can work with a user's AI strategy rather than replace it: it can be used headless as a pure system of record; it can connect to the agent frameworks the team already has; or it can let the user's own models operate the platform like human users. The company states it provides full coverageThe ability to read, write, and operate Workable, allowing you to point Claude, ChatGPT, or your own agents at the same endpoint, with the same permissions as the person using AI. Teams can build any workflow on top of their existing systems, with full documentation and real-time event webhooks. Your own agents can act on Workable's behalf via MCP and API, while Workable remains the system of record. All agent actions are logged, authorized, and reviewable, and models, agents, or people inherit the same access permissions and write to the same audit trail.

[Other Features]

• Powerful reporting tools: Build custom reports based on any metric, filter by any field, and share governed dashboards, without BI tools or exports; supports scheduled email delivery of reports or export to CSV/PDF.
• 270+ integrations: Connect email, calendar, Slack, video conferencing, productivity suites, analytics platforms, and HR technology tools ranging from assessments to payroll.
• Mobile-first HR: A single, easy-to-deploy app for iOS and Android, supporting management of recruiting, leave requests, time tracking, and more anytime, anywhere.
• Enterprise-grade security and compliance: Officially stated to be certified for ISO 27001, 27017, SOC 2 Type II, and SOC 3, able to meet GDPR, EEO, and CCPA compliance requirements through automated policy toggles, and track all changes via audit trails to maintain data integrity.
• Support and training: Officially stated to provide 24/7 award-winning support and extensive learning resources, including video courses and in-product help, with one-on-one training available by appointment.

[How to Use and Limitations] The official offering includes a 15-day free trial with no credit card required. Users can first experience the full platform through the trial, including the autonomously operating Workable agents and the ability to connect their own AI via MCP. Pricing plans, specific prices, and payment details are not yet explained in the provided information.