New Features Overview & Updates

Discover the latest enhancements in Discovered and how to use them right away.

Overview

This update introduces several improvements to streamline your workflow and boost visibility into hiring activity:

  • Notifications Widget (Dashboard): A real-time feed of account activity with filters for candidates, users, and jobs.
  • QR Codes for Job Applications: Generate downloadable QR codes that point to your public application links.
  • Client Webhooks (Event Tracking): Receive outbound events (e.g., candidate added/hired) to your endpoint or automation tool.
  • Improved Candidate Add Flow: Manual entry is now the default for faster single-candidate adds (CSV still available).
  • Reports Page Redesign: A simpler, list-based navigation to quickly find the report you need.

These updates reduce clicks, improve tracking, and make it easier to connect Discovered with other tools.

 

1. Notifications Widget (Dashboard):

  • Go to your Dashboard.
  • Add or locate the Notifications widget (you can drag to reposition).
  • Filter by candidate, user, or job to focus the feed.
  • Click entries to jump directly to the related record.

2. QR Codes for Job Applications:

  • Open a Job PostingFind & Evaluate Talent.
  • Scroll to Application Link and click QR Code.
  • Adjust size as needed.
  • Click Download PDF or Save as Image to print or share.
  • Place the QR on flyers, booths, storefronts, or emails—scans open the public application page.

3. Client Webhooks (Event Tracking):

Note: Setup is handled by Discovered Support at this time.

  • Contact Support and request webhook activation.
  • Specify event(s):
    • Candidate Added to Job
    • Candidate Hired
  • Provide your HTTPS endpoint URL.
  • Support will register your webhook and send a test POST to verify delivery.
  • Start consuming events in your system (or route through tools like Zapier/Make).

4. Improved Candidate Add Flow:

  • Go to CandidatesAdd.
  • The flow now opens on Manual Entry by default for quick adds.
  • Switch to Upload CSV any time for bulk imports.
  • Complete required fields and Save.

5. Reports Page Redesign:

  • Click Reports from the top navigation.
  • Use the single list layout to browse report categories.
  • Open a report, set filters, and export if needed.

Why This Matters

  • Speed & Efficiency: Fewer clicks to add candidates, navigate reports, and share application links.
  • Visibility: The Notifications widget centralizes account activity so you don’t miss key changes.
  • Reach: QR codes let you capture applicants from offline channels with zero friction.
  • Integration: Webhooks mirror critical events to your CRM/HRIS/BI tools in real time.
  • Clarity: A cleaner reports experience helps you find insights faster.

Use Cases

  • Recruiting Teams: Monitor live activity from one dashboard pane; act quickly on status changes.
  • Campus/Events Hiring: Print QR codes on posters and badges to collect applicants on the spot.
  • Ops/IT: Pipe candidate added and candidate hired events to internal systems via webhooks.
  • High-Volume Hiring: Default manual entry speeds up single-candidate adds between calls/screens.
  • People Analytics: Navigate the redesigned Reports page to export metrics for leadership.

Best Practices

  • Widget Filters: Save time by filtering notifications to a specific job or recruiter during busy periods.
  • QR Placement: Put codes where applicants stand and wait (lobbies, booths, checkout counters). Test scan distance before printing at scale.
  • Webhook Hygiene: Use HTTPS, document your payload handler, and add retries/backoff on your side. Notify Support if your endpoint changes.
  • Candidate Add: Use manual for one-offs; schedule CSV uploads for batch updates.
  • Reports: Bookmark frequently used reports and standardize filters for consistent weekly/monthly views.

What Happens Next

  • All features are live in your account (webhooks require a quick Support request).
  • You can reposition the Notifications widget at any time.
  • QR codes and application links are accessible from each job.
  • The Manual Entry default and Reports redesign are enabled for all users—no setup required.
  • For webhooks, Support will confirm activation and test delivery before going live.