Alex Marcus

System Admin Insights

Business EN ↓ 64 episodes

A podcast for the humans behind HR tech. We dive into the systems, strategies, and stories that keep talent operations running. Real talk, smart tips, and community for HR system admins who make it all work.

Author

Alex Marcus

Category

Business

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www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

iCIMS Hacks: Cleaner Emails, Better Formulas, Smarter Insights (11/14/25) 18.11.2025

Link-friendly variables make confidential portal emails cleaner and more secure, a reminder that formulas are powerful in iCIMS but should be used carefully to avoid performance drag, Plus, a fun moment about creative SaaS ads in NYC subways. Join the community for more insights!  https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Confidential Reqs and Scheduler Tips (11/07/25) 11.11.2025

Greg learned a step-by-step way to set up confidential requisitions. Vivian noted that Interview Scheduler shows busy/free time differently when using Cronofy. Kaitlyn shared that some orgs don’t need a separate confidential portal. Join the Friday Calls: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events Start Free Trial: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ https://systemadmin...

iCIMS Hacks: CXM prep + offer date workaround 05.11.2025

Ttips to avoid “implementation spookiness” as one team gears up for an iCIMS CXM project, while Vivian explained a clever workaround for tracking offer accepted dates using the “updated date” field. Join our Friday Call: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events Start a free 1-month trial: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ #iCIMS #HRTech https://systemadmininsights.c...

iCIMS Hacks: Hired Auto Launch, Start Dates, Apply Network (10/24/25) 29.10.2025

iCIMS takeaways: hired auto launch and flag, start date on employee tab, HCM integration timing, and Mass Reject on Hire. Plus Q&A on Apply Network, referrals, and date-filter syntax. Free Friday Call: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events  • find Free Friday Call, click RSVP, create a free profile 1-month trial: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ https://syst...

iCIMS insights: anti-ghosting laws, AI disclosure, and upcoming Indeed feed changes (10/17/25) 21.10.2025

iCIMS admins unpack the new anti-ghosting law in Ontario, how AI disclosure rules are evolving, and what the 2026 Indeed feed changes mean for ATS admins. 👉 Join our Free Friday Calls: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events 👉 Start your free 1-month trial: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ #iCIMS #HRTech https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Remote vs hybrid, Excel formulas, and speed (10/10/25) 14.10.2025

In this System Admin Insights session, members explored when remote truly becomes hybrid, why Excel is the best place to test formulas before moving them into iCIMS, and how too many formulas can slow dashboards. Practical, real-world admin tips from Alex, Vivian, and Ty to keep your iCIMS running efficiently. #iCIMS #HRTech https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Scheduling Without Calendar Integration (10/3/25) 08.10.2025

Workarounds to schedule interviews without calendar integration using fixed weekly windows and self-scheduling. Reminder: default duplicate-checking is first name, last name, email; with the fall release you can include phone number. Quick wins for smoother scheduling, better data integrity, and more control. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Scheduler, Data, and Offers (9/26/25) 30.09.2025

iCIMS admins share practical takeaways on running scheduler v2 alongside legacy, safeguarding reporting accuracy, starting data-first in change management, and mapping offer-letter variables without circular errors. Real lessons from the field to help streamline your iCIMS practices. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Smarter Source Reporting & Email Fixes 23.09.2025

Admins shared why recruiting workflow source is more reliable than person source, with candidates often changing their own data. Another key reminder was to update iCIMS SFTP whitelisting to avoid email delivery issues. Practical takeaways from the SAI community in action. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Data Sharing, Retention, and Permissions (9/5/25) 09.09.2025

System Admin Insights covers key updates: Indeed requiring ATS disposition data, validation on HR data retention timelines, and a reminder that template permissions can be edited even after creation. 👉 Free Friday Calls: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events 👉 Free trial: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ #iCIMS #HRTech https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Referral Links and Duplicate Checks (8/29/25) 02.09.2025

Learn why legacy referral links from pre-2016 portals should be avoided and how to make intentional choices about duplicate checking criteria in iCIMS. 👉 Free Friday Call: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events 👉 Trial Membership: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Vendor Vetting, AI, and Source Data: Live From NYU (8/22/25) 29.08.2025

Live from NYU, the SAI community digs into iCIMS release issues, fake candidates, vendor vetting, AI adoption, and keeping source data clean. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: GDPR, Global Hiring, and AI Recruiting Challenges (8/15/25) 19.08.2025

Key takeaways from this session include the push for standardized phone fields, rising challenges from AI-driven job applications, and why GDPR remains the global gold standard for data privacy. Learn how iCIMS system admins are navigating compliance, data, and recruiting complexity together. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Smart Customization & Interview Tips (8/8/25) 12.08.2025

Learn iCIMS tips from real admins: customize column headers (even in Spanish), get a blank permissions workbook from customer service, spot AI in video interviews, and mirror pinned tabs on profiles. Listen for practical, real-world advice. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Fake Hires, Job Fields & Internal Tracking (8/1/25) 05.08.2025

Job post formatting insights, raised alarms about fake hires and identity fraud, flagged a limitation around tracking internal applicants, and so much more. Real talk from iCIMS system admins in this week’s SAI call. Listen in for actionable takeaways and peer-sourced strategies. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Vendor Data, Merging Risks & Interview Fixes (7/25/25) 29.07.2025

Vendor data boundaries, deskless worker strategies, and interview scheduling workarounds—this week’s iCIMS community session was packed with insights. Plus, Vivian shares why merging candidate profiles could put you at compliance risk. Listen in for tips from real iCIMS system admins. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Geo-Blocking, Google Maps, and TASP Roles (7/18/25) 22.07.2025

Discover iCIMS insights from system admins: geo-blocking features, embedding Google Maps in job descriptions, upskilling internal teams, and the rise of Talent Acquisition Systems and Strategy Professionals (TASP). Listen for practical tips and emerging trends. #iCIMS #HRTech https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Reducing Ghosting and Cleaning Your Data (7/11/25) 15.07.2025

Learn iCIMS tips from top admins: reduce ghosting with simple gestures and texting, train candidates on professional communication, clean up your source data, and know when to rebuild iForms. Hear real strategies to improve your workflows and candidate experience. https://systemadmininsights.com/

Industry Insights: AI with a Human Touch with Chris Connors of candidate.fyi (7/11/25) 11.07.2025

How do you build an AI scheduling tool with heart? candidate.fyi co-founder Chris Connors shares how fatherhood, frustration, and a candidate-first mindset led to one of the most thoughtful platforms in HR tech—balancing automation with a human touch. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Internal Mobility, DocuSign & TCAI Tips (6/27/25) 01.07.2025

Real-world iCIMS admin tips on internal mobility, DocuSign integrations, and surfacing internal talent in your ATS. Featuring insights from the team on what works—and what’s still a work in progress. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Smarter Agency Access and Offer Tools (6/20/25 24.06.2025

Agency Access tips, custom field maintenance, and a mystery feature in offer management. Hear how iCIMS admins are simplifying workflows, tracking vendor data, and optimizing visibility. Real talk from real users. Listen now: https://open.spotify.com/show/4vXju3kKwHVcXozFxXXUkc #iCIMS #HRTech https://systemadmininsights.com/

Member Spotlight: Vivian Larsen on Empathy, AI & the Accidental Admin (6/23/25) 23.06.2025

Vivian shares how empathy shaped her journey from recruiter to HR tech expert. Hear stories of over-engineered systems, the pitfalls of AI in candidate experience, and why accidental admins deserve better support. 👉 Join a Free Friday Call: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/events 👉 Start your free 1-month trial: https://system-admin-insights.circle.so/c/icims-discussion/ 👉 Full episodes:...

iCIMS Hacks: Time to Fill, Filters & Benchmark Tips (6/16/25) 17.06.2025

Time to fill tips, login tracking tricks, system filters, and benchmarking advice from iCIMS power users. Hear what Kaitlyn, Michael, Vivian, and others learned during this fast-paced System Admin Insights session. https://systemadmininsights.com/

Kaitlyn Faile on Building AI Tools Without Coding 13.06.2025

Kaitlyn Faile shares how she built AI-powered apps using tools like Claude and v0.dev—without writing code. She explores decision fatigue, low-code platforms, and how AI empowers HR pros to build smart tools faster. https://systemadmininsights.com/

iCIMS Hacks: Merging Workflows & Tracking Offers (6/6/25) 10.06.2025

iCIMS admins break down lessons from real-world merger projects: planning workflows, tracking offer cycles with iForms, and reporting stage-level data. Practical tips for anyone managing system complexity. https://systemadmininsights.com/

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