ATLANTA - s4story -- As employers increasingly move away from resume-based hiring, skills testing is becoming a critical tool for improving hiring accuracy and reducing costly mis-hires.

EmployTest, a provider of pre-employment testing software, is marking its 20th year helping small and mid-sized businesses verify real job skills before making hiring decisions.

Founded in 2006, EmployTest was built on a simple premise: resumes and interviews do not always reflect whether a candidate can actually perform the job.

Two decades later, that challenge has only intensified. With the rise of online applications, resume optimization tools, and AI-assisted interview preparation, employers are seeing more polished candidates—but not always more qualified ones.

"A resume shows what someone says they can do," said Ken Crowell, CEO of EmployTest. "A skills test shows what they can actually do. That gap still costs employers time, money, and productivity."

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Verifying Real Skills Before the Interview

Over the past 20 years, EmployTest has helped thousands of employers screen candidates using practical, job-focused assessments designed to mirror real workplace tasks.

These pre-employment tests evaluate core competencies across a range of roles, including:

• Attention to Detail Test for Applicants
• Cognitive Ability Test for Employment
• Pre-Employment Accounting Test
• Customer Service Aptitude Test
• Word and Excel Test for Applicants

By using skills-based assessments earlier in the hiring process, employers can identify qualified candidates faster and move forward with greater confidence.

Recognition for Ease of Use and Value

EmployTest's approach has earned industry recognition. In 2026, the company received Capterra awards for Best Value and Best Ease of Use in the pre-employment testing category, based on verified customer reviews.

Why Skills Testing Matters More Than Ever

Hiring conditions have changed significantly since EmployTest launched in 2006. Job applications are easier to submit, candidate pools are larger, and resumes are often optimized to pass initial screenings.

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At the same time, employers are under increasing pressure to make faster hiring decisions while maintaining quality.

Research continues to show that skills-based hiring leads to better outcomes, including improved job performance, reduced turnover, and shorter time-to-hire.

"Hiring doesn't need to be more complicated," Crowell said. "It needs to be more accurate. When employers measure real skills, they make stronger decisions from the start."

20 Years of Skills-Based Hiring Innovation

To mark its 20th anniversary, EmployTest plans to release additional resources, hiring insights, and special initiatives throughout 2026 focused on helping SMB employers improve hiring outcomes.

HR professionals and hiring managers can explore EmployTest's pre-employment testing solutions or request a free sample test at: https://employtest.com.