Increasing Employee Satisfaction with Simply
A Journey Begins
In May 2023, SimplyAi began its journey with Staan Finance, a partnership that would ultimately redefine the way recruitment is managed at one of the leading finance staffing firms in the Netherlands. What began as a simple LinkedIn message evolved into a full-scale collaboration, culminating in a tailored AI solution that significantly reduces the burden of administrative tasks for recruiters. This is the story of how SimplyAi and Staan worked together to bring this vision to life.
Identifying the Pain Points
The connection between SimplyAi and Staan Finance began when our co-founder, Jojo, reached out to a Senior Manager at Staan. The discussion centered around the challenges faced in the recruitment industry—namely, the repetitive and tedious administrative tasks that burden recruiters and keep them away from their true passion: connecting with people.
Staan had recently conducted an employee satisfaction survey, revealing that boring administrative work was a significant source of dissatisfaction for their recruiters. SimplyAi's promise to automate much of this administrative workflow came at precisely the right moment for Staan, almost as if fate had brought us together. The potential for AI-driven solutions to alleviate this problem led to an invitation for the Simply team to visit Staan's headquarters in Amsterdam and pitch our concept in more detail.
The Road to MVP
From the outset, Staan's leadership showed enthusiasm, but they were also practical. They knew that implementing AI solutions would involve trials, tests, and perhaps some growing pains. Our discussions focused on how SimplyAi could specifically adapt to the Staan workflow to ensure maximum efficiency. This led to the creation of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), tailor-made to meet the needs expressed during our initial discussions.
What followed was a year of intense collaboration—we would build prototypes, Staan would test them rigorously, and we would iterate based on feedback. For the first few months, the use of Simply actually increased the administrative burden, as recruiters had to provide detailed corrections and feedback. However, the promise of a smoother workflow down the road kept everyone motivated. "The first few months were tough," recalls Ronald, Technology Manager at Staan Finance. "But seeing how fast Simply was improving, we knew it would be worth it in the end."
Seeing Tangible Results
By early 2024, the dedication began to pay off. SimplyAi was consistently saving Staan recruiters time in their day-to-day operations. The quality of output generated by Simply—whether it was meeting summaries or detailed candidate notes—began to surpass anything produced manually. Ronald notes, "There was a point at the start of 2024 where we started realizing that the notes produced by Simply were often more detailed, and more insightful, than what our recruiters would typically write."
But the real game-changer came when we began expanding our features beyond meeting summaries. Our AI started handling other crucial but time-consuming tasks. One notable example was the automation of candidate CV creation. "One day, the Simply team asked about how we handle candidate CVs," Ronald recalls. "When I explained that they were done manually and took a lot of time, I wasn't expecting anything beyond sympathy. To my surprise, within two weeks, Simply had an AI-driven solution to automate CV creation. It was something I didn't think would be possible yet with current AI technology."
Time Savings and Increased Satisfaction
By mid-2024, the impact of SimplyAi could no longer be ignored. Recruiters using the platform were saving hours every week compared to those who had not yet been onboarded. The difference in both data quality and recruiter satisfaction was remarkable. "Our employee satisfaction has skyrocketed," says Ronald. "Now that recruiters aren't bogged down by mundane administrative tasks, they spend more time doing what they do best—connecting with candidates and clients."
This significant reduction in administrative work allowed recruiters at Staan to engage more deeply during conversations, focus on candidate experience, and spend more time understanding the needs of clients. It's a transformation that has made their jobs more meaningful and rewarding, creating a ripple effect of positivity throughout the company.
To Infinity and Beyond
By September 2024, the use of SimplyAi was no longer limited to recruiters. Account managers had also begun to see the benefits, using the platform while speaking with clients about new vacancies. This seamless expansion was made possible due to the collaborative relationship between Staan and Simply, which continues to evolve and refine the product.
Ronald shares, "What really makes working with Simply so fulfilling is their dedication to our success. They don't just hand us a tool and walk away; they are invested in our journey. I envision a future where recruiters can focus solely on building relationships with candidates and clients, while the administrative work takes care of itself. If anyone can make that dream a reality, it's the team at Simply."
A Vision for the Future
The partnership between Staan and SimplyAi is far from over. Both teams continue to collaborate to further refine the product and add features that push the boundaries of what recruitment automation can do. Simply is now a core part of Staan's vision for the future—a future where the recruiter’s role is to foster relationships, create meaningful connections, and add true value, unburdened by repetitive tasks.
As the year progresses, SimplyAi is poised to expand even further within Staan, becoming an indispensable asset to all employees. Ronald and his team are eager to see how Simply will continue to evolve and save them more time, allowing them to put people—the heart of their business—front and center.
In Conclusion
The journey with Staan Finance exemplifies what is possible when a technology solution aligns perfectly with a company’s needs. The results go beyond simple time savings; they improve quality, enhance satisfaction, and unlock new potential for human-centered work. SimplyAi is proud to be a part of Staan's transformation, and we look forward to continuing this journey together, breaking down barriers between recruiters and the people they serve.
