Can MachineHiring ATS send SMS texting to candidates?

Email, WhatsApp, and Telegram are Available now. SMS texting is Configurable / On request for processes that require text messaging.

SMS capabilities (Configurable / On request)

• Individual texting: Recruiters can text candidates directly from the platform
• Bulk SMS campaigns: Send reminders, event notifications, or status updates
• Timeline integration: All SMS history stored on candidate timeline
• Compliant delivery: SMS via approved providers with proper opt-out handling

SMS automation capabilities

• Triggered messages: Automated SMS based on pipeline stage changes, interview reminders, or application status updates
• Workflow integration: SMS notifications integrated with existing communication workflows and hiring processes
• Custom triggers: Set up automated messages for specific candidate actions or timeline events

Integration with existing systems

• CRM connectivity: Sync SMS communications with existing customer relationship management platforms
• HRIS integration: Connect SMS messaging with broader HR communication strategies
• API integration: Programmatic SMS sending for custom workflow automation

Personalization & scheduling features

• Dynamic content: Personalized SMS templates with candidate name, job title, and custom field insertion
• Template library: Pre-built SMS templates for common recruiting scenarios and communications
• Merge field support: Automatically populate SMS content with candidate and job-specific information

Scheduling capabilities

• Time-zone awareness: Send messages at appropriate times based on candidate location
• Scheduled campaigns: Plan and schedule SMS campaigns in advance for optimal timing
• Delivery windows: Set specific hours and days for SMS delivery to respect candidate preferences

SMS analytics dashboard

• Delivery metrics: Track message delivery rates, failed deliveries, and carrier performance
• Engagement analytics: Monitor response rates, click-through rates, and candidate engagement
• Campaign performance: Analyze effectiveness of different SMS campaigns and messaging strategies
• ROI tracking: Measure SMS campaign success rates and conversion metrics

Important considerations

• Legal compliance: All campaigns follow applicable SMS marketing laws
• Opt-in/opt-out: Required consent and easy unsubscribe mechanisms (Configurable / On request)
• Message history: Complete audit trail for all text communications