We actually use Dapple in a different/creative way to collect CVs even when we’re not actively hiring, and that alone has been a game-changer for us. Instead of starting from scratch every time a role opens up (or paying eye-watering recruiter fees), we’re steadily building a high-quality database of potential candidates in the background. CVs come in on an ongoing basis and are neatly organised by role department using the Project feature. From there, we can tag candidates, add internal scores, and manage everything through a clear Kanban-style board. It makes it incredibly easy to see who’s interesting and where they sit in the process. CVs come in on an ongoing basis and are neatly organised by role department using the Project feature. From there, we can tag candidates, add internal scores, and manage everything through a clear Kanban-style board. It makes it incredibly easy to see who’s interesting and where they sit in the process. The customer support is also really good.

I like how effortlessly it pulls the entire submission process together, cutting out unnecessary jumping from place to place. Collecting the entries, sharing them with the team and then reviewing and gathering feedback all happens in the one workflow. Even setting up payments is without faff, so I can focus on the creative parts that I’m truly interested in.

Dapple is so clearly designed with literary publications in mind, which is so refreshing, because more mainstream platforms like Google Forms and Submittable often lack the features that publishers need. With automations, assigning, stage changing, email sending from one place, team functionality, and so much more, Dapple has truly revolutionized our workflow. Not to mention, they have a top-notch support team!