[ Searchl... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/searchlight-ai/reviews) [ Searchl... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/searchlight-ai/reviews) # Searchlight.ai Features ##### ## Platform (68) Customization Allows administrators to customize to accommodate their unique processes. Includes ability to create custom objects, fields, rules, calculations, and views. Integration APIs Application Programming Interface - Specification for how the application communicates with other software. API's typically enable integration of data, logic, objects, etc with other software applications. Internationalization Enables users to view and transact business with the same content in multiple languages and currencies. User, Role, and Access Management Grant access to select data, features, objects, etc. based on the users, user role, and groups. Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Training Management Track employee/learner's progression through training programs Goal Management Allows employees to set and manage work or career related goals Feedback Management Collecting, analyzing, and utilizing feedback from users or customers to improve a product or service Action Management Detailed plan including steps, milestones, assignments, and timeline needed to complete a project, strategy or goal Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Benefits Dashboard Use a dashboard to view benefits that are selected by employees or offered by employers Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Feedback Management Collecting, analyzing, and utilizing feedback from users or customers to improve a product or service Performance Management Organize and manage the accomplishments and development of employees or performance of applications or systems Recruitment Management Tools to find, assess, and hire suitable candidates for a job within an organization Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Training Management Track employee/learner's progression through training programs Calendar Management Track and manage schedules and meetings via an integrated calendar Employee Management Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks Orientation Workflow Management Create orientation programs for new employees or students Task Management Create, manage and track all task activities and progression HR Management Automates core HR functions such as talent management, employee evaluation and learning management Help Desk Management Managing service requests, incidents, IT issues & support with a ticketing system Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Payroll Management Manage employee salary processes, data, taxes, and records administration efficiently Document Management Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location Job Description Management Create, share, and manage the distribution of job descriptions/duties Social Media Integration Integrate with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Assessment Management Creation, administration, and evaluation of assessments or tests Social Media Integration Integrate with social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Third-Party Integration Addition of necessary external data, applications, tools, or features Initiative Management Create and manage internal campaigns to improve company culture or business strategy. Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Community Management Enable students, customers or employees to engage with each other in a particular space online or offline Employee Referral Management Manage and track employee referrals for open job positions Candidate Management Build, track, and maintain relationships with candidates Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Communication Management Manage and track all internal and external communication conducted via calls, email, text, or chat Advertising Management Manage advertising space and its sales within your network or publication Application Management Track, manage and store the applications of potential future members, customers or candidates Email Management Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps Job Management Manage and track all job information and associated tasks Discount Management Track products that are for sale at a reduced price or part of coupon promotions Pipeline Management Track the progress of long term goals, campaigns, and opportunities, for sales, projects, business ventures etc. File Management Create, save, and store files Job Management Manage and track all job information and associated tasks Data Storage Management Manage and store data in a database Compensation Management Manages compensation such as salary, bonus, and benefits processes, aligning with policies Employee Management Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks Job Application Management HR Management Automates core HR functions such as talent management, employee evaluation and learning management Competency Management Catalog, manage, and develop employee skill sets Performance Management Organize and manage the accomplishments and development of employees or performance of applications or systems Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Job Description Management Create, share, and manage the distribution of job descriptions/duties Evaluation Management Create, share, and manage the distribution of job descriptions/duties User Management Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks Role-Based Permissions Set & manage permission levels based on user roles and restrict access to only authorized individuals Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Show More ##### ## Platform Functionality (20) Dashboard Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with Talent Management Provides talent management features such as career pathing and development, retention, and employee experience. Diversity Provides recruiting solutions that promote hiring for diversity. Add-on Additional applications can be built on top of the AI model. Talent Acquisition Provides talent acquisition features such as recruiting, candidate screening, candidate experience, and so on. Proctoring Offers AI-assisted proctering. Assessments Provides AI-driven or optimized assessments. Assessment Management Creation, administration, and evaluation of assessments or tests Employee Management Track employee schedules, availability, and performance across projects and tasks Email Management Manage, store and organize emails within the system or via third-party apps Recruitment Management Tools to find, assess, and hire suitable candidates for a job within an organization Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Training Management Track employee/learner's progression through training programs HR Management Automates core HR functions such as talent management, employee evaluation and learning management Compensation Management Manages compensation such as salary, bonus, and benefits processes, aligning with policies Competency Management Catalog, manage, and develop employee skill sets Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Performance Management Organize and manage the accomplishments and development of employees or performance of applications or systems Mentoring Program Management Manage mentoring programs: registration, pairing, curriculum, and reporting Interview Management Create and track interviews with a reminder system Show More ##### ## Platform Basics (10) Interoperability Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete workflows. Performance Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Self-service Assists with tasks that require specialist assistance. Automation Tasks that typically require manual effort are automated. Performance Benchmarking Compare survey results to industry benchmarks to locate key areas for improvement. Evaluate survey results at either a high-level or individual employee level. Reporting & Dashboards Survey results can be visualized and reported on in real time, with manager dashboards and automated reporting tools. Reports can be customized and distributed to aid in organizational improvement and employee performance reviews. Interoperability Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows. Optimization Optimized for any device for candidates and referees' ease-of-use. Interoperability Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows. Performance Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Show More ##### ## Platform Data (9) Platform Search Find important content or files using keywords, metadata, tags, etc. Dashboard Has a centralized dashboard for users to interact with Alerts and Notifications Self-monitors important metrics and sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message or otherwise. Analytics Analytics tools reveal important business metrics. Visualization Contains tools to visalize data sets or workflows. Security and Compliance Adheres to best practice for risk, security, and quality control. Alerts and Notifications Sends notifications to users in-app or through email, text message regarding all reference checks. GDPR Compliant Platform compliant with all GDPR requirements. Real-Time Notifications Notifications that are delivered to users as soon as an event occurs Show More ##### ## Platform Content (8) Employee Pulse Surveys Distribute short, customizable culture-focused surveys or polls to employees to measure the various factors of employee engagement, including job, environment, and pay satisfaction. Survey Customization Customize various components of surveys, including individual questions, distribution frequency, audience size, and anonymity. Goal and Challenge Creation Set professional and personal goals with customizable due dates and milestones within the system. Share these goals with other users and track and measure performance using built in tools. Science-based templates Provides content templates built by academics and/or practitioners and leverage science and research. Customizable Templates Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements Templates Pre-built or cusomizable referench check templates. Automated Automated process for quick response and bulk reference checks. Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Show More ##### ## Platform Additional Functionality (12) Employee Segmenting Segment employees according to factors such as location, demographics, and position. Distribute surveys and filter survey results according to employee segments. Goal and Challenge Creation Set professional and personal goals with customizable due dates and milestones within the system. Share these goals with other users and track and measure performance using built in tools. Peer Recognition Send and receive recognition in the form of digital badges, awards, or messages to colleagues, employees, and managers. Recognition is displayed in real time in the platform on a live activity feed. Social Feedback Portal Communicate with team members and managers through a built-in customizable web portal. Users can communicate 1 on 1 with each other, and can ask questions, share frustrations, and make suggestions with varying degrees of anonymity. Employee Portal Online portal where employees can access and track their own information Surveys & Feedback Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success Peer-to-Peer Recognition Allows employees to praise one another in a social network-like feed visible to the whole organization Integrations Integrates with additional solutions such as background check and ATS. Identity verification Verifyies identity of candidates. Fraud detection System notifies employers if it detects potentially fraudulent cases. Custom branding Customizable with company logo, name, and click-through link, to name a few. Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Show More ##### ## Platform Basics - Talent Assessment (3) Analytics Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Interoperability Connects to external systems and applications as needed to complete team workflows. Automation Automates some or all operation related tasks. Show More ##### ## Platform Content - Talent Assessment (13) Candidate Screening Tools that screen candidates for aptitude, personality, and essential work and job-related skills. Content Library Provides users with a useable content customizable based on industry, position, and company culture, and more. Assessment Provides detailed reports with filter options to sort, compare, and analyze candidate results. Portal Portal lets employers and candidates log into the system and view assessment results. Emotional Intelligence Uses emotional intelligence to inform questions and asses how well a candidate fits within a team or role. Logical Reasoning Contains questions designed to test logical reasoning or problem-solving skills. Big Five Bases questions on the "Big Five" personality traits to see how well a candidate fits into a role. Psychometric Contains tests with psychometric questions that evaluate candidates based on how a candidate's personality and aptitude allows them to perform the role. Skills Assessment Observe employees over a period of time to gain an understanding of their abilities to perform certain tasks Question Library Pre-written repository of questions that can be reused within a course or for assessment or interviews Tests/Assessments Create tools to measure student retention of learning material and lessons Background Screening Researching and validating a person's criminal, educational, job or financial records Pre-made Test Library A set of pre-made tests offered by a third party Show More ##### ## Platform Performance - Talent Assessment (4) Uptime Is consistently available (uptime) and allows users to complete tasks reliably. Analytics Provides analytics tools that reveal important business metrics and track progress. Monitoring Contains application performance monitoring capabilities. Visual Analytics Interact with data visualization elements, such as charts and graphs, to drill down into data Show More ##### ## Platform Additional Functionality - Talent Assessment (8) Mobility Is accessible from a mobile device and by users on the go. Messaging Contains in-application messaging abilities. Payment Contains built-in payment processing capabilities or integrates with payment processing software. Integrations Provides integrations with applicant tracking system (ATS) software. Video Interview Contains a video assessment/recording feature for users to answer questions candidly. Simulation Provides a simulation using digital or VR methods to assess how a potential employee performs tasks in real time. Third-Party Integrations Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Two-Way Audio & Video Presenter can see and hear participants and vice versa Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Talent Intelligence (4) Multi-step Planning Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes Adaptive Learning Improves performance based on feedback and experience Natural Language Interaction Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation Decision Making Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives Show More ##### ## AI Capabilities - Talent Assessment (6) AI Personalization Customizes or personalizes assessment questions to individual candidates with AI. AI Predictive Insights Analyzes candidate assessment results with AI to provide predictive insights on future performance, culture fit, or other elements. AI Scoring Automatically scores the talent assessment with the use of AI. Assessment Generation Uses generative AI to create psychometric, behavioral, or personality assessments. AI Bias Detection Detects and reduces bias with AI capabilities in assessment design, scoring, or recommendations. Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Show More ##### ## Additional Functionality (121) Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Drag & Drop Assemble applications and processes by dragging over and arranging pre-built components Single Sign On Allow users to access multiple services after entering their login credentials once Email Distribution Live Results Sharing Present live poll results to audience Surveys & Feedback Gauge satisfaction and receive information for improvement and success Feedback Management Collecting, analyzing, and utilizing feedback from users or customers to improve a product or service AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Test/Quiz Creation Create or build customized tests and quizzes Progress Reports Document and report the progress of ongoing projects Content Sharing Digitally share pre-made materials and self-created content with others Multi-User Collaboration Two-way actions and communication between multiple users in real time 360 Degree Feedback Tools for collecting comprehensive feedback on an employee from peers, subordinates, and manager Performance Metrics A set of indicators that tracks the performance of networks, applications, systems, teams, etc. Certification & Licensing Enables management and tracking the certification/licensing requirements of learners, employees, or stakeholders Email Reminders Reminders sent via email Payment Processing Accept, record, and reconcile financial transactions Recruitment Management Tools to find, assess, and hire suitable candidates for a job within an organization Skill Testing Activity Tracking Track and document all activities across devices, networks, and other systems Text to Speech Turns text into natural sounding speech Pre-Employment Testing Assessing skills & knowledge of job candidates Skills Tracking Track employee skills, competencies, training & qualifications API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Proctoring Customizable Branding Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding Customizable Templates Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements Secure Data Storage Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Assessment Management Creation, administration, and evaluation of assessments or tests Progress Tracking Reporting on how each user, task or process has advanced since its initiation Version Control Track revisions and updates made to files and navigate between different versions Pulse Surveys Short, frequent surveys designed to quickly gauge the ongoing attitudes or feelings of a specific group Summary Reports Template Management Create, save, and re-purpose templates for emails, forms, etc. Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications Customizable Tests Create tailored assessments that test for specific relevant skills Training Management Track employee/learner's progression through training programs Candidate Management Build, track, and maintain relationships with candidates Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics Interview Scheduling Plan, organize and set up the date, time and location of a candidate's individualized interview Templates Sample files or documents that could be customized as needed or used as is Candidate Comparison Compare candidate¿s testing results against each other and against set benchmarks Applicant Tracking Find and manage potential candidates and their applications and resumes through the recruiting life cycle Talent Acquisition Recruiting, tracking, and interviewing candidates and onboarding/training new employees Job Application Management Job Management Manage and track all job information and associated tasks Video Support Supports various video file formats Online Tests Exams administered online via computers or other electronic devices Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Automatic Grading Automatically score assessment results Multi-Language Manage and support multiple languages Onboarding Process of familiarizing new clients, stakeholders or employees with the company, a new location, or a service Individual Development Plans Document completed by employee to assist with career and personal development to reach short term and long term goals Career Development Process of enhancing skills & experiences for continuous professional growth & advancement Approval Process Control Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Employee Profiles Centralized storage for employee data, records, and performance metrics Employee Engagement Tools to improve and measure employee satisfaction and involvement Learning & Development Facilitate training materials that help employees grow and progress in their positions Real-Time Reporting Active reporting of data and metrics Customizable Branding Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding Rewards Program Point or incentive based programs loyalty programs designed to increase customer engagement Reporting/Analytics View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Learning & Development Facilitate training materials that help employees grow and progress in their positions Social Engagement Process of communicating with an online community and measuring the effectiveness of activity Chat/Messaging Communicate using direct chat or messages within the system Customizable Questions Tailored or customizable questions for more targeted and relevant data collection Customizable Reports Alter the layout and content of reports Commenting/Notes Leave comments and notes on documents for others to view Engagement Tracking Tracks metrics that provide insight into how a user interacts with any interface or product Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Employee Profiles Centralized storage for employee data, records, and performance metrics Question Library Pre-written repository of questions that can be reused within a course or for assessment or interviews Gamification Games or game-like elements to track progress and reward accomplishments Real-Time Data Receive data and information in real time Performance Metrics A set of indicators that tracks the performance of networks, applications, systems, teams, etc. Scoring Automatically calculate score after the assessment AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Offboarding Closing out contracts by reviewing contract/project completion, finalizing payments, and ensuring terms and compliance as been achieved Visual Analytics Interact with data visualization elements, such as charts and graphs, to drill down into data Employee Onboarding Process of familiarizing new employees with the company, their position, and responsibilities Alerts/Notifications Alerts or notifications of various types such as pop-up messages, sounds, banners, or badges Employee Database Electronic storage of staff/employee contact information and job status in a centralized repository Status Tracking Track the status over time for a request, process, asset, or transaction Candidate Scoring Assign a qualitative score to a candidate Survey Library Repository of pre-built questionnaires that can be used as is Background Screening Researching and validating a person's criminal, educational, job or financial records Feedback Management Collecting, analyzing, and utilizing feedback from users or customers to improve a product or service Activity Dashboard Dashboard to view the status of ongoing processes, identify current incidents and track past activities AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Reference Request Automation Ability of the software to take the manual effort out of the process of requesting and collecting references Reference Checking Process used by hiring managers to get more information about a candidate by contacting previous employers Recruitment Management Tools to find, assess, and hire suitable candidates for a job within an organization Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Compliance Management Track and manage adherence to policies for any service, product, process, or supplier Applicant Tracking Find and manage potential candidates and their applications and resumes through the recruiting life cycle Email/Online The method of requesting and completing tasks or providing/accessing information Workflow Management Create, design and manage workflows for repetitive tasks Reporting & Statistics Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Reporting/Analytics View and track pertinent metrics to find patterns and gain insights from data Generative AI Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Data Import/Export Import and export data to and from software applications API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Referral Tracking Log and store the source of contacts/leads Self Service Portal Online portal through which end users can access the system, manage tasks, or obtain information Survey Builder Create and manage surveys Mobile Access Access software remotely via mobile devices Email Reminders Reminders sent via email Bulk Reference Request Ability to request multiple references in the same batch Onboarding Process of familiarizing new clients, stakeholders or employees with the company, a new location, or a service Individual Development Plans Document completed by employee to assist with career and personal development to reach short term and long term goals Career Development Process of enhancing skills & experiences for continuous professional growth & advancement Approval Process Control Manage the process of evaluating documents or requests submitted for approval Customizable Branding Add customized logos and colors to align with company branding AI Copilot A virtual assistant that uses AI to pursue goals and complete tasks on behalf of users Reminders Timed notification for any upcoming task, deadline, appointment, or activity Customizable Templates Pre-designed layouts that can be customized to match preferences and requirements Employee Profiles Centralized storage for employee data, records, and performance metrics Employee Engagement Tools to improve and measure employee satisfaction and involvement Learning & Development Facilitate training materials that help employees grow and progress in their positions API Application 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