Refensa

Refensa, developed by Grade Refensa AB, is a digital and automated solution that aims to streamline and simplify the reference check process. It caters to companies of all sizes, including small businesses and large enterprises. Professionals in Human Resources, Recruitment Agencies, Talent Acquisition, Staffing and Consulting Firms, and Education Institutions can benefit from Refensa's efficient and objective evaluations of candidate references.

Key Features

Digital referencing in 4 steps: Refensa offers a streamlined process for digital referencing. Recruiters can easily add candidates to the system and invite them to upload their references. Candidates can conveniently upload their references through the Refensa dashboard. References receive automated reminders and can respond to the reference requests through Refensa's interactive chatbot. The system generates an aggregated report for the recruiter, providing a comprehensive overview of the candidate's references.

Objective analyses made easy: Refensa ensures a user-friendly, structured, and objective methodology for reference checks. Recruiters can utilize ready-made templates or customize reference templates based on specific recruitment requirements. The chatbot interface engages references, ensuring consistent questioning without human bias or influence. Recruiters can compare responses from different references, facilitating an objective and data-driven analysis. The system also allows candidates to provide additional references from colleagues, managers, and other key individuals, contributing to a comprehensive evaluation.

Time-saving automation: Refensa's automated process reduces the effort required for reference checks, saving recruiters time. Recruiters only need to upload the candidate's contact details, and the system takes care of the rest. Automated reminders are sent to references, eliminating the need for manual follow-ups. Recruiters receive an aggregated report that can be easily analyzed, enabling efficient decision-making.

Mobile-first approach: Refensa prioritizes mobile accessibility, providing an engaging and user-friendly reference experience for both references and candidates. The system converts reference answers into qualitative data presented in a user-friendly format. Refensa's chatbot interface offers an interactive and convenient experience for references, candidates, and recruiters.

Data-driven decision making: Refensa's reference report provides a compiled picture of all reference answers, allowing recruiters to compare candidates for the same or similar roles. Recruiters can leverage the data to make informed decisions before or after the first interview with the candidate. The system enables recruiters to gather insights and trends from previous reference checks, contributing to continuous improvement in the recruitment process.

Quality-assured reference questions: Refensa provides ready-made, quality-assured forms based on scientific recruitment methodology. Recruiters and line managers can confidently gather relevant and reliable information without the need for designing questions.

Win top candidates: Refensa enables recruiters to conduct reference checks directly, shortening the lead time in the recruitment process. Streamlining the reference check process gives recruiters a competitive advantage in a crowded job market.

Avoid the hunt: Refensa eliminates the need for recruiters to chase references for phone calls during working hours or vacations. Automated reminders and digital referencing save time and effort for recruiters.

Seamless integrations: Refensa seamlessly integrates with various recruitment systems, including Varbi, Workbuster, Talentech, Teamtailor, Intelliplan, Jobylon, and Jobbnorge. These integrations enhance efficiency and user experience by allowing recruiters to perform digital referencing without switching between systems.