Pier Blog
Insights and updates about Agentic AI, recruiting innovation, hiring best practices, and the future of talent acquisition
Hiring Lab Live Now: Try SmartApply to Turn Resumes Into Real Insight
Join Hiring Lab to try SmartApply and move beyond resume overload. Get clear signals on candidate fit.
Watch Pier Enable Fast, Confident Hiring Without the Guesswork
Hear real stories from candidates and identify true fit beyond polished applications.
Announcing SmartApply by Pier for Small Business Owners
A new product built for SMB owners: collect resumes, add one custom question, and receive Candidate Fit reports so you can hire faster without losing focus on the business.
Biggest Lesson For 2026: Don't Chase Whales While Building A Boat
2025 year-in-review build-in-public post from Pier's CEO, Dave. Dave shares hard lessons, early missteps, and why small businesses are at the center of how we’re building AI for hiring.
Feature Roadmap Update: Phone Interview Support Now in Beta
We're expanding Malia's capabilities with phone interview support, now in beta testing with select customers based on your feedback.
5 Strategies to Reduce Time-to-Hire Without Sacrificing Quality
Practical tips for speeding up your hiring process while maintaining high quality standards.
The Future of Recruiting: How AI is Changing the Game
Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming recruiting processes and what it means for hiring teams.
Introducing Malia: Your AI-Powered Recruiting Assistant
Meet Malia, the AI recruiter that's transforming how companies screen candidates with natural voice conversations.