HRMS migration

Migrate from AgileATS to Recruit CRM & ATS

Field-level mapping, validation, and rollback between AgileATS and Recruit CRM & ATS. We move data and schema; workflows are rebuilt natively in Recruit CRM & ATS.

AgileATS logo

AgileATS

Source

Recruit CRM & ATS

Destination

Recruit CRM & ATS logo

Compatibility

90%

9 of 10

objects map 1:1 between AgileATS and Recruit CRM & ATS.

Complexity

BStandard

Timeline

3-5 weeks

Rollback included Accuracy guarantee Field-level validation

Overview

What this migration involves

AgileATS and Recruit CRM serve different market segments, and the migration reflects that shift. AgileATS is purpose-built for government contractors with OFCCP compliance workflows, clearance tracking, and structured Agile Recruiting stages baked into every hire. Recruit CRM targets small to midsize recruitment agencies with a unified ATS and CRM layer, a documented REST API, and over 1,000 third-party integrations. There is no direct API endpoint on the AgileATS side, so all data leaves as structured export files (CSV or JSON dumps) that we validate, clean, and transform into Recruit CRM's REST API import format. We flag clearance-level custom fields, EEO flags, and partner user assignments because these require explicit mapping decisions rather than 1:1 passes. Compliance reports generated in AgileATS do not migrate as objects; the underlying candidate data does, so compliance teams reconstruct reports in Recruit CRM using the migrated field inventory. Workflows, automations, and the Agile Recruiting framework itself do not migrate. We deliver a written inventory of every active workflow so your admin can rebuild them in Recruit CRM's automation layer post-cutover.

Field-level fidelity

Every standard and custom field arrives verified.

Schema-aware mapping

AI proposes the map; you confirm before any record moves.

Relationships preserved

Parent–child, lookups, and ownership stay linked.

Full activity history

Calls, emails, meetings — with original timestamps.

Attachments & notes

Documents, uploads, and inline notes move with the record.

Why teams make this switch

Two sides of the same decision

Leaving

AgileATS logo

AgileATS

What's pushing teams away

  • Per-seat pricing scales steeply once more than a handful of full recruiters are added, pushing total cost above comparable platforms with flat or unlimited-user tiers.
  • The platform is narrow in scope — teams outside government contracting find the GovCon-specific features irrelevant and feel they are paying for compliance tooling they never use.
  • Limited third-party integrations beyond ClearanceJobs means teams relying on background check vendors, HRIS platforms, or onboarding tools often need workarounds or custom API builds.
  • Customer support responsiveness is inconsistent, particularly on non-Enterprise tiers where response times for technical or data export questions can stretch across multiple business days.

Choosing

Recruit CRM & ATS logo

Recruit CRM & ATS

What's pulling them in

  • Agencies choose Recruit CRM for its full customizability — pipelines, stages, and fields can be tailored to any recruitment workflow without developer involvement.
  • Small teams value the built-in CRM and ATS combined in one subscription, eliminating the need to purchase and sync separate systems.
  • The Chrome extension for one-click LinkedIn profile collection streamlines candidate sourcing and reduces manual data entry for recruiters.
  • Responsive customer support with fast issue resolution is consistently cited as a reason teams stick with the platform long-term.
  • Automation options including email sequences and workflow triggers allow recruitment agencies to reduce repetitive manual outreach tasks.

Object mapping

How AgileATS objects map to Recruit CRM & ATS

Each row shows how a AgileATS object lands in Recruit CRM & ATS, including any object-level transformations, lookup resolution, or schema-design dependencies.

Typical mapping — final map is confirmed during the sample migration step.

AgileATS

Candidate

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Candidate

1:1
Fully supported

AgileATS Candidates map directly to Recruit CRM Candidates. We extract all standard profile fields (name, email, phone, address, status, source) and map them to Recruit CRM's candidate object. Custom fields for clearance type, clearance status, and EEO flags require explicit mapping decisions during scoping because these are GovCon-specific fields that Recruit CRM stores as standard custom fields rather than native compliance objects. We flag any custom fields that cannot be represented in Recruit CRM without a custom object definition.

AgileATS

Job

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Job

1:1
Fully supported

AgileATS Jobs (open requisitions with title, location, clearance requirements, and pipeline assignment) map to Recruit CRM Jobs. The job-to-candidate association migrates as a linked relationship so pipeline history carries over. We flag any clearance-level requirements stored as custom fields on the Job object for explicit mapping to Recruit CRM's custom field schema.

AgileATS

Pipeline Stage

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Pipeline Stage

lossy
Fully supported

AgileATS Agile Recruiting stages are customer-configured with variable names and counts per instance. We extract the complete stage inventory during scoping, map each to a Recruit CRM pipeline stage, and create a stage mapping document. Stages with no direct Recruit CRM equivalent are flagged for the customer to define before migration. Stage ordering and probability percentages transfer where supported.

AgileATS

Offer

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Offer

1:1
Fully supported

Offer records including compensation details, start dates, and status link to the migrated candidate record via the candidate's unique identifier. We preserve the offer-to-candidate relationship throughout the migration so that offer history remains accessible in Recruit CRM.

AgileATS

Custom Field (clearance type)

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Custom Field

1:1
Fully supported

Security clearance level and status are stored as structured custom fields on candidate records in AgileATS. We preserve these values explicitly in Recruit CRM custom fields of the same type. Candidates with expired clearance or pending reinvestigation are flagged with a note so the recruiting team can follow up post-migration.

AgileATS

Custom Field (EEO flag)

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Custom Field

1:1
Fully supported

EEO compliance flags (race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, disability status) migrate as read-only custom fields in Recruit CRM. These fields support compliance reconstruction but are not rendered as native compliance reports. We document the mapping from each AgileATS EEO field to its Recruit CRM equivalent so the compliance team can validate output after cutover.

AgileATS

Custom Field (partner assignment)

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Contact or Custom Field

1:1
Fully supported

AgileATS tracks partner user assignments as a separate billing class with distinct permissions. We extract partner assignments linked to candidate records and either map them to Recruit CRM Contacts (if the partner is a hiring manager or client contact) or flag them as a custom field requiring a permissions review in Recruit CRM because the platform does not have an equivalent partner user concept.

AgileATS

Attachment (resume, certification, background form)

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Attachment

1:1
Fully supported

AgileATS stores candidate attachments in a separate file store. We export files alongside record data and re-attach them in Recruit CRM linked to the corresponding candidate record. We flag any files that exceed Recruit CRM's attachment size limits or use unsupported formats. Binary attachments require a separate pass after record import completes.

AgileATS

User / Recruiter

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

User

1:1
Fully supported

AgileATS User records include role, clearance level, and org assignment. We resolve users by email match to Recruit CRM users. Any AgileATS Recruiter without a matching Recruit CRM user is held in a reconciliation queue for the customer's admin to provision before record import resumes. Partner Users require a separate decision during scoping because Recruit CRM's permission model differs.

AgileATS

Note and Activity History

maps to

Recruit CRM & ATS

Note

1:1
Fully supported

Recruiter notes and activity timestamps export from AgileATS with their original timestamps. We map these to Recruit CRM Notes linked to the candidate record. Activity ordering is preserved by setting the note creation date to the original AgileATS timestamp. Activity types (call, email, meeting) are noted in the note body where Recruit CRM does not support a native activity subtype.

Gotchas + challenges

What specifically takes care here

Platform-specific issues from each side, plus the pair-specific challenges that don't show up on either platform's page on its own.

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AgileATS gotchas

High

No public API requires structured file-based migration

High

Candidate storage caps differ by tier and are enforced

Medium

Compliance report data lives in exports, not structured records

Medium

Partner users are a distinct billing class

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Recruit CRM & ATS gotchas

High

API rate limits are license-scaled and can throttle bulk migration

Medium

Custom field schemas vary per organization and require field-level mapping

Medium

Files and email attachments require separate extraction and re-upload

Low

Email sequences and automation logic do not transfer between platforms

Pair-specific challenges

  • No public API requires structured file-based migration

    AgileATS does not expose a documented REST API for programmatic data access. All migration work runs through structured export files that the customer requests from their AgileATS instance. We validate schema completeness against the customer's candidate count and field inventory before ingestion begins, and we flag any missing fields or truncated exports so the customer can request a fresh export rather than discovering gaps mid-migration. This file-to-API boundary is the primary constraint on migration speed and data completeness.

  • Candidate storage caps may cause silent data loss

    AgileATS enforces candidate storage caps per tier (Starter: 10,000, Small Business: 25,000, Enterprise: 50,000+). If the customer's candidate count has been at or near the cap, archived, inactive, or rejected candidates may have been soft-deleted or never exported. We audit the candidate count against the current tier limit before scoping and alert the customer if records may be missing from the export. We cannot recover records that were purged at the source.

  • Partner user permissions do not map to Recruit CRM

    AgileATS separates Partner Users ($20/month each) from full Recruiter seats with limited permissions. Recruit CRM does not have an equivalent partner user concept. We preserve partner assignments on candidate records as a custom field or contact link, but the customer's admin must review which partners should receive Recruit CRM user accounts versus remaining as contacts. Active partners may lose access if not explicitly re-provisioned in Recruit CRM.

  • OFCCP and EEO compliance reports are exports not objects

    AgileATS generates OFCCP, DoL, and EEO reports on demand from underlying candidate data. The reports themselves do not migrate because they are generated outputs rather than stored data objects. We migrate the underlying fields (EEO flags, hire dates, job categories, pay ranges, veteran status, disability status) so the compliance team can reconstruct reports in Recruit CRM using the migrated field inventory. We document exactly which fields map to which report line items during scoping.

  • Custom clearance fields require explicit mapping scope

    AgileATS uses custom fields heavily for clearance types (Secret, Top Secret, SCI, SAP) and clearance adjudication status (active, expired, pending reinvestigation, terminated). Recruit CRM stores these as standard custom fields rather than a native clearance object. We extract all clearance-related custom field definitions during scoping, map them to Recruit CRM equivalents, and flag any candidates with expired or terminated clearance status for follow-up before the final import.

Migration approach

Six steps for a successful AgileATS to Recruit CRM & ATS data migration

  1. Export request and data audit

    We guide the customer through requesting a full structured export from AgileATS (CSV or JSON dump including Candidates, Jobs, Offers, Custom Fields, Attachments, Users, and Notes). We audit the export against the customer's reported record counts to identify gaps before any transformation work begins. Any discrepancy between the export volume and the customer's known record count triggers a conversation about storage cap enforcement or soft-delete policies before we proceed.

  2. Scoping and custom field inventory

    We extract every custom field definition from the AgileATS export including field name, type, and the objects it applies to. We map clearance fields, EEO flags, and partner assignment fields to their Recruit CRM equivalents, flagging any that require a custom object definition or a Recruit CRM admin to pre-create. We also inventory pipeline stage names and offer fields to confirm completeness before transformation.

  3. Transformation and staging

    We transform the AgileATS export schema into Recruit CRM's import format, applying the custom field mapping, resolving user-to-user lookups by email match, and structuring offers as linked sub-records under their candidate. Attachments are staged separately for the binary file pass. We run a validation pass to check required fields, field type compatibility, and duplicate candidates before staging for import.

  4. Recruit CRM API ingestion

    We import staged records into Recruit CRM using their REST API with batch chunking and error handling. Each object type (Candidate, Job, Offer, Note) runs as a separate phase with row-count reconciliation before the next phase begins. We handle rate-limit responses with exponential backoff and log any rejected records for correction and retry within the same migration window.

  5. Attachment re-association

    After candidate records exist in Recruit CRM, we re-associate exported files (resumes, certifications, background forms) to their corresponding candidate records. We flag any files exceeding Recruit CRM's size limits or unsupported formats for manual handling. File-to-candidate linkage is preserved through the candidate's unique identifier carried through all phases.

  6. Cutover, validation, and workflow handoff

    We freeze AgileATS writes during cutover, run a final delta migration of any records modified during the migration window, and enable Recruit CRM as the system of record. We deliver a written inventory of every AgileATS workflow and pipeline automation with a Recruit CRM equivalent recommendation. We support a one-week post-cutover window for reconciliation issues. Workflow rebuild, automation configuration, and compliance report validation are outside the migration scope and require the customer's admin to complete using the handoff documentation.

Platform deep dives

Context on both ends of the pair

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AgileATS

Source

Strengths

  • Purpose-built OFCCP, DoL, and EEO compliance reporting with automated generation rather than manual exports.
  • ClearanceJobs native integration provides direct, one-click candidate ingestion from the largest cleared talent pool.
  • AWS-hosted data with defined security protocols satisfies GovCon security and data handling requirements.
  • Structured Agile Recruiting workflows enforce consistent, auditable hiring steps across every open requisition.
  • Tiered candidate storage (10k to 50k+) provides predictable scaling for small to mid-size government contractors.

Weaknesses

  • No public REST API — all data access relies on structured file exports, limiting automation options for ongoing sync or live migrations.
  • Per-seat pricing on core recruiter licenses scales cost significantly as hiring teams grow beyond the initial plan.
  • Limited third-party ecosystem beyond ClearanceJobs forces teams to build custom integrations for background checks, HRIS, or onboarding tools.
  • Support responsiveness on non-Enterprise tiers lags behind competitors, particularly for data export or technical scoping questions.
Recruit CRM & ATS logo

Recruit CRM & ATS

Destination

Strengths

  • Fully customizable pipelines, stages, and fields without requiring developer involvement
  • Combines recruitment CRM and ATS in one subscription for staffing agencies and small teams
  • Built-in email sequences and automation reduce manual outreach work
  • Chrome extension enables one-click LinkedIn profile collection directly into the CRM
  • Responsive customer support cited across multiple reviews with fast resolution times

Weaknesses

  • Several features are gated as paid add-ons rather than included in the base subscription
  • Email functionality has been reported as unreliable by multiple users
  • Interface occasionally lags during high-activity periods in large pipelines
  • Pricing is considered higher than comparable recruitment CRMs by some customers
  • Limited native reporting — users request pre-made report exports rather than manual data pulls

Complexity grading

How hard is this migration?

Standard HRMS migration. 1 of 7 objects need a mapping; the rest are 1:1.

B

Overall complexity

Standard migration

Derived from compatibility, mapping clarity, API constraints, and data volume across AgileATS and Recruit CRM & ATS.

  • Object compatibility

    B

    1 of 7 objects need a mapping; the rest are 1:1.

  • Field mapping clarity

    C

    Field mapping is derived from defaults — final spec confirmed during the sample migration.

  • Timeline complexity

    B

    7-object category — typical timelines run 2–7 days end-to-end.

  • API constraints

    B

    AgileATS: Not publicly documented.

  • Data volume sensitivity

    B

    AgileATS doesn't expose a bulk API — REST + parallelization used for high-volume runs.

Estimator

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FAQ

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Most migrations land between three and five weeks for accounts under 15,000 Candidates and 3,000 Jobs with a straightforward custom field set. Migrations with large attachment stores (thousands of candidate files), multiple clearance-level custom fields, or candidate counts near AgileATS storage caps move to eight to twelve weeks because of file validation, clearance field mapping, and delta reconciliation. The primary timeline driver is export file completeness from AgileATS, which depends on customer-initiated requests and AgileATS response times.

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