FastTrack News Sat, 19 May 2012 22:25:20 +1000 Blue collar Aussie firm chooses FastTrack as business booms http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/blue_collar_aussie_firm_chooses_fasttrack_as_busin FastTrack is pleased to announce that fully Australian owned and operated blue collar labour hire company VMAC is the latest addition to our list of Enterprise clients. SMS, Product releases and Support http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/ftp_e-newsletter/issue_november_2011 In this issue we talk about how SMS can contribute to your bottomline, include an update to the latest FastTrack product releases and provide a quick overview of FastTrack product support. Robert Walters takes FastTrack to Asia http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/robert_walters_takes_fasttrack_to_asia International recruitment consultancy Robert Walters has selected FastTrack's mid-office payroll/billing solution to power the growing contract employment operations in its Singapore and Hong Kong businesses. Aviation Labour Hire chooses to grow with FastTrack http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/aviation_labour_hire_chooses_to_grow_with_fasttra FastTrack's latest win in the mid-size recruiter segment is Aviation Labour Group, which is the first client to take advantage of the new 'best practices' solution in the enterprise software range. What is the Paid Parental Leave Scheme? http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/what_is_the_paid_parental_leave_scheme From 1 July 2011, it will be mandatory for businesses to provide Parental Leave Pay to eligible employees who have worked in the business for 12 months or more, and who will receive 8 weeks or more of Parental Leave Pay. New FastTrack website launched http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/new_fasttrack_website_launched FastTrack has re-launched fasttrack.com.au, with a fresh new design and navigation, enabling site visitors to more readily and intuitively access information. Desktop v9.3 Release Coming Soon http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/desktop_v93_pre-release FastTrack's latest Desktop product suite upgrade will be available from early June, 2011 and distributed to clients right through to July, 2011. Start-up Recruiter Builds Success on FastTrack Enterprise Suite http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/start-up_recruiter_builds_success_on_fasttrack_en Torque Recruitment Group has gone from start-up to $50-million plus a year business in quick time using FastTrack's reliable, fully integrated Enterprise software. Nationwide Tradestaff Recruiter Adopts FastTrack Enterprise Suite http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/tradestaff_-_industrial_recruitment New Zealand: FastTrack has completed a successful implementation of its integrated suite of enterprise recruitment software applications in the 14-office Tradestaff branch network in New Zealand. RCSA "Youth Off the Streets" Charity Breakfast http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/rcsa_charity_breakfast RCSA Ceo, Steve Granland gave special thanks to recruitment software firm FastTrack for their prize and cash donations. New Zealand Clients: Postcode Update http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/new_zealand_clients_postcode_update New Zealand: Refreshing postcode data to comply with new NZ Post requirements. FastTrack Client Support over the Summer Break and Changes to Business Operating hours in 2009. http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/fasttrack_client_support_over_the_summer_break_an We know that the end of year doesn't mean recruitment takes a break. Enterprise v9.1 http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/enterprise_v91 With new functionality and re-engineering, Enterprise v9.1 heralds a new era for recruitment professionals. Learn more about enhancements in job posting, Referral Workflow, resume parsing and Minimum/Maximum rate controls. FastTrack Business Optimisation http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/fasttrack_business_optimisation We showcase the series of Business Optimisation services that our Business Consultants are rolling out for clients wanting to improve their competitive position and internal effectiveness. FastTrack Desktop v9.1 release http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/fasttrack_desktop_v91_release Clients exposed to the 2008 v9.1 release are impressed with the system improvements. Learn more about the new features and enhancements available in the upgrade. Sucessfully Managing your Database http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_database_management FastTrack's Product Director, Phillip Collins shares his thoughts how effective database management can be a source of competitive advantage. WebEx Training - whenever and wherever you need it. http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/webex_training_-_whenever_and_wherever_you_need_i Having effective management strategies for your corporate database is vitally important and ensuring your staff have the practical systems knowledge to fulfil your strategies requires training. We look at how you can train your staff while cutting travel and accommodation costs by utilising FastTrack's interactive online training tool, WebEx. Protecting Your Business Database http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/news_article_four Recruitment businesses with no database disaster recovery plan are placing their business at risk. Protecting your FastTrack Database http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/protecting_your_fasttrack_database Take advantage of the Database Repair Utility within FastTrack products to safeguard your business from preventable database corruptions. FastTrack Continues to Grow Despite Economic Forecast http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/fasttrack_continues_to_grow_despite_economic_fore Having experienced continued growth in 2007/08, a major preoccupation for FastTrack is providing more flexible services for our expanding client base. Recruitment Software Usage in Today's Employment Market http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_software_usage_in_todays_employment_m Recruitment Extra panel discussion regarding recruitment software usage. Improving Recruitment Software Integration http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/improving_recruitment_software_integration FastTrack's latest Desktop v9.0 upgrade ensures adding candidate information into SkillsBase & Recruitment Manager has never been easier. Desktop v9.0 Upgrade Breakfast http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/desktop_v90_upgrade_breakfast Wake Up To Some Good News: Join FastTrack For Breakfast. Recruitment Software Provider FastTrack Announces New Sydney Office http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_software_provider_fasttrack_announces FastTrack's Sydney office has moved into new premises. Find out how this move will further bolster your recruitment software investment. Payroll Manager Operational Tip http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/payroll_manager_operational_tip At FastTrack, ensuring your business maximises its recruitment software use is an ongoing preoccupation. Click on the link for a useful Recruitment Payroll Manager tip. Innovation & Services: FastTrack Recruitment Software Training http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/innovation__services_fasttrack_recruitment_softwa Ensuring your business always receives first class recruitment software training from FastTrack is critical. As such, our Training team constantly refines its service offering to ensure clients receive the most comprehensive education possible. Looking Forward Desktop Recruitment Software 2008 http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/looking_forward__desktop_recruitment_software_200 2008 will be a year of innovative FastTrack recruitment software upgrades. Put simply, you can expect a series of Desktop releases to help your recruitment business become even more efficient and effective. Recruitment Software: Behind the Scenes of FastTrack Client Support http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_software_behind_the_scenes_of_fasttra Knowing every FastTrack recruitment software application inside out is no mean feat. However this preoccupation ensures expert support is always available from the Client Support team. Their collective knowledge is integral to clients' day-to-day operations and FastTrack's ongoing growth strategy. Legislative Changes and Updates http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/legislative_updates What you need to know about the latest legislative changes and how it will impact your consultancy. Protecting Internal Workflows = Ongoing Efficiency http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/protecting_internal_workflows__ongoing_efficiency High levels of staff turnover and migration makes retaining internal knowledge and recruitment software practices difficult for businesses. Desktop Clients - How Secure Is Your Business Database? http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/desktop_clients_-_how_secure_is_your_business_dat If knowledge is power then your business database is one of your most critical assets. Without accurate, current and accessible information you are putting your recruitment business' day-to-day operations at a serious disadvantage. The National Skills Shortage: Closer to Home http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/the_national_skills_shortage_closer_to_home Skills shortages have seen the recruitment industry itself find it difficult to attract and retain talent. So how are some innovative recruiters addressing this issue? Recruitment Software Case Study: People Equity Start Up with FastTrack http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_software_case_study_people_equity_sta As a start up recruitment business, People Equity chose FastTrack as their recruitment software partner. Discover the reasons behind the company's decision. Recruitment Software: Milestone for FastTrack Product Lead http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_software_milestone_for_fasttrack_prod Since 1992, a unique FastTrack strength has been the company's unchanging team. It is one of the key foundations for FastTrack's leading recruitment software product suites. New Tax Scale Update 2007-08 http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/new_tax_scale_update_2007-08_1 The Australian Tax Office (ATO) new tax thresholds for 08-09 financial year. Workforce Extensions Continues the FastTrack to Growth http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/workforce_extensions_continues_the_fasttrack_to_g Recruitment franchise, Workforce Extensions has enjoyed a long standing partnership with leading recruitment software provider, FastTrack. Discover the reasons behind the company's decision to use our recruitment solutions. Experience Translates to First Class Recruitment Software http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/experience_translates_to_first_class_recruitment_ Senior Product Architect, David McHugh, has just reached his 10 year milestone anniversary with FastTrack. Find out why this is important to FastTrack clients and their recruitment software systems. Recruitment Software Provider, FastTrack Expands to Meet Industry Boom http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/recruitment_software_provider_fasttrack_expands_t Recruitment software provider, FastTrack, has expanded its business over the past 12 months, with more than 20 new staff joining the company. Legislative Changes To Custom Payslips Update http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/legislative_changes_to_custom_payslips_update Amendments to Workplace Relations Regulations requirements for time record keeping and payslip now in effect. Efficiency - The key to candidates http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/2010_1/efficiency_-_the_key_to_candidates FastTrack's CEO, Justin Sway, believes that recruiters should review their efficiencies in a candidate short market. ChoiceOne upgrades to FastTrack Mid-enterprise system http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/choiceone_upgrades_to_fasttrack_mid-enterprise_sy ChoiceOne, one of WA's largest privately owned recruitment companies, recently upgraded to FastTrack's Mid-enterprise recruitment management solution. Consultants were up and running in less than 48 hours with no down time. Mining People upgrades to FastTrack's Mid-Enterprise Solution http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/mining_people_upgrades_to_fasttracks_mid-enterpri Upgrading to FastTrack's mid-enterprise solution has provided Mining People the best of both worlds. Candidate shortage calls for smart communication tools http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/candidate_shortage_calls_for_smart_communication_ Consider how your recruitment management system supports your business - not just tactically but strategically. Win-win for Kelly Services and their clients http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/win-win_for_kelly_services_and_their_clients Kelly Services benefit from FastTrack payroll and billing. New technology ensures ChoiceOne remains at the forefront of recruitment http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/new_technology_ensures_choiceone_remains_at_the_f As published in Business News. Office of the Status of Women chooses FastTrack http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/office_of_the_status_of_women_chooses_fasttrack FastTrack's recruitment software awarded selective tender to power the AppointWomen executive search register. Robert Walters doubles efficiency with FastTrack payroll/billing http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/robert_walters_doubles_efficiency_with_fasttrack_ The efficiency of the payroll and billing system is crucial to a recruitment company\'s reputation and survival. FastTrack matches top products with great implementation http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/fasttrack_matches_top_products_with_great_impleme The hardest job of adopting new software systems, is not the decision to change, or the choice of vendor, it is getting the implementation of a new system to live up to expectations. Out of the too hard basket - CRM in the recruitment industry gets an e-facelift http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/out_of_the_too_hard_basket_-_crm_in_the_recruitme The business of recruiting is notoriously labour intensive and keeping track of information coming from all sorts of sources can be a nightmare. Paxus chooses FastTrack for major end-to-end recruitment solution http://www.fasttrack.com.au/fasttrack/news/news_archives/pre-2007/paxus_chooses_fasttrack_for_major_end-to-end_recr FastTrack, Australia\'s largest home-grown recruitment software specialist, topped a field of five to win the new contract to supply the recruitment software and payroll billing needs of Paxus, one of Australia\'s biggest IT recruiters.