Looking for Workday alternatives? Meet Hirex.
If you want a dedicated hiring platform instead of an ATS bolted onto a much larger HCM suite, Hirex is the one.
Sourcing candidates, tracking applicants and scheduling interviews is a breeze with Hirex. 👌
And that's why it's the best Workday alternative for teams that just need to hire, not run their whole HR stack.
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Why choose Hirex over Workday?
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Candidate Sourcing | AI-powered, multi-channel integration. | Broad job board distribution but lacks native prospecting tools |
Mail Automation / Messaging | Automated messaging with customizable templates. | Template-based automated messaging tied to workflow triggers |
Chrome Extension / Sourcing Extension | Dedicated Chrome extension for direct sourcing. | No native extension; LinkedIn sourcing needs a paid add-on |
Interview Scheduling | Interview scheduling with calendar sync and automated candidate notifications. | Self-schedule calendar exists but lacks deeper automation |
Candidate Tracking | Customizable, color-coded pipeline with stage metrics and automation. | Configurable pipeline stages with solid reporting |
Customizable Job Board / Job Posting | Fully customizable job board with SEO and multilingual support. | Strong career site builder, but deep customization needs a partner |
Integration with Video Conferencing Tools | Native Zoom, Google Meet and Teams support for interviews. | Native Teams integration; Zoom needs a third-party connector |
Third-Party Integrations | Extensive integrations with HRIS, CRM, payroll, job boards, and more. | Broad marketplace ecosystem though it doesn't publish a count |
Onboarding | Native onboarding built into the same platform, with tasks, buddy assignment, and cross-team automation. | Separate HCM module, priced apart from recruiting |
AI Candidate Scoring | AI reads each CV against your job criteria and gives a clear fit score. | HiredScore AI gives an explainable fit score and grade |
AI Video Interview Scoring | AI scores recorded video answers and breaks down strengths and risks. | No native scoring; only available via a HireVue add-on |
Hirex: The best Workday alternative for companies just like yours
Hirex is a flexible and affordable all-in-one talent-hiring platform.
Workday Recruiting is the applicant-tracking module inside the much larger Workday HCM suite, not a standalone ATS, so adopting it usually means buying into Workday's full HR and finance system. Hirex is a dedicated recruiting platform you can be live and sourcing on within days.
Hirex also ships with a dedicated Chrome sourcing extension, something Workday doesn't offer natively (LinkedIn sourcing there runs through a separately licensed integration), so your team can source candidates directly from the browser.
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Where Hirex pulls further ahead
Hirex's AI reads every incoming CV against your job criteria and returns a fit score with a clear breakdown. Workday's HiredScore AI does something similar with an explainable score and grade, but Workday has no native scoring for recorded video interview answers, that only arrives through a separate HireVue integration. Hirex scores recorded video interview answers automatically, and its AI can search LinkedIn from a plain-language description of your ideal candidate or scan your existing candidate pool for people who already fit a role you just opened.
Integrations that keep your existing tools
Hirex connects to the tools your hiring team already uses, including assessment platforms like HackerRank and Codility, video interviews with Hireflix, and everyday tools like Google Calendar, Outlook, Zoom and Slack, all included in the core platform rather than requiring you to license each piece separately through an HCM marketplace.
When Workday might still make sense
Workday Recruiting mainly makes sense if your organization is already running, or planning to run, its HR, payroll and finance operations on Workday HCM, since the recruiting module's biggest value is unifying that data in one suite. If you're a large, multinational enterprise with that broader Workday footprint, it's worth keeping in mind. Hirex tends to make more sense for teams that want a dedicated hiring platform without adopting an entire HCM suite around it.
Some of the reasons why Hirex is the ideal recruitment option for your organization:
Select the best candidates in the shortest time!
For selecting the best candidates in the shortest time, our AI-based assistant is with you!
Quick Picks with AI!
Hirex helps you spot the best candidates fast. No more missing out on great hires because they got buried in the pile. By leveraging the power of AI, you can make more informed decisions, reduce time-to-hire, and ensure that you're connecting with candidates who are not only qualified but also likely to accept your offers. Discover how our AI recruitment tool can streamline your hiring process and give you a competitive edge.
Make your recruitment process more efficient and organized from start to finish.
A world-class UX that you love to use! Make your recruitment process more efficient and organized from start to finish.
Be stronger with partner ecosystem integrations!
Hirex's HR Tools streamline your hiring process with powerful integrations, from job posting on LinkedIn and assessment tests on HackerRank and Codility to video interviews with Hireflix and more. With additional tools like Google Calendar, Outlook, Zoom, and Slack, you can keep your team organized and connected, managing everything from one platform for a smarter recruitment process.
Automate case assignments directly within your workflow.
Custom Case simplifies how you send and manage candidate assignments. Upload files or share links, set deadlines, and let Hirex automate the process from start to finish. With seamless submission and scorecard integration, evaluating candidates has never been easier.
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Moving from Workday? We handle the migration.
- Import your open jobs, candidate pipelines and historical records from Workday
- Reconnect the job boards, career site and hiring tools your team already uses
- Post your first job in Hirex within days, not weeks
- Weekly check-ins with our team until everything settles into place
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