ISV launches web-based assessment solution

ISV, suppliers of assessment and training software solutions, has launched fastpath Online to deliver secretarial and call centre agent competency assessments over the Internet. It provides recruitment companies and HR departments with the fastest, most cost-effective and technologically advanced solution for determining the knowledge, skills and abilities of candidates.

fastpath Online overcomes the drawbacks traditionally associated with Internet-based testing and is up to 10 times faster than existing online solutions. Uniquely, it also provides candidates with full replication of live software including keyboard shortcut keys to give a more realistic picture of typing skills. It enables candidates with the required skills and knowledge to be identified in less time.

The Microsoft Office 2000 assessment simulations closely emulate real-world software applications and business processes and use both on-screen and audio instructions to guide candidates through each test. A candidate database produces a comprehensive range of standard reports that enable consultants to analyse the performance of different candidates and identify those with the required skills and knowledge. fastpath Online can also be customised to generate assessment solutions to meet individual client needs and the service can be co-branded by adding logos and colours to give the look and feel of a corporate website.

The software simulation tests have been developed specifically for the web environment and include assessments that can be administered to anyone, anytime, anywhere. fastpath Online will be an invaluable tool to enable recruitment companies to bid for business outside their area. It speeds up the process and cuts the cost of finding candidates in areas where no office exists.

This new online testing solution is very flexible and will allow recruitment companies to easily handle the peaks and troughs that are a normal part of business. It is also significantly cheaper than testing in the branch using dedicated PCs running software rented on an annual basis. For smaller recruitment companies, fastpath Online represents a cost effective way of introducing the latest assessment technologies without the need to commit to expensive rented or purchased solutions.

According to Laurie Dobson, managing director of the ISV Group: fastpath Online has been developed to meet the demand from recruitment companies for fast, easy to use and realistic secretarial and call centre agent assessments. It is unrivalled in its flexibility, relevance and ability to measure both hard and soft skills. The quick identification of candidates with the right skillsets will enable consultants to make more productive use of their time.