Data security: 5 questions to ask yourself before buying an applicant tracking system

Here are five important questions to ask yourself before buying an applicant tracking system to ensure data security:

1. Who has access to the data?

It is important to know who and what organizations have access to the data and to verify that they have all the necessary permissions .

2. How is the data protected?

It is important to know the security measures in place to protect data, such as data encryption, access control measures, and backup procedures.

3. What are the risks of data leaks?

It is important to be aware of the risks of data leaks and to know how the applicant tracking system handles them, for example in the event of hacking or data loss.

4. What are the user's rights regarding data?

It is important to know the user's data rights, such as the right to access, rectify and erase their data.

5. What is the privacy policy of the applicant tracking system?

It is important to be aware of the applicant tracking system's privacy policy and to verify that it complies with applicable data protection laws and regulations.