CombinatorUpgrade from Spreadsheets to a Real ATS
Keep everything you love about flexibility—add AI, automation, and a talent database that actually works.
Why Recruiters Switch from Spreadsheets
Spending more time managing than recruiting
Updating cells, fixing formulas, and maintaining your spreadsheet takes hours away from actual recruiting work.
Crew handles the admin automatically so you can focus on candidates and clients.
Can't find candidates you talked to months ago
Searching through rows and tabs to find that perfect candidate from 6 months ago is a nightmare—if they're even in there.
AI-powered search finds any candidate instantly, even with partial information.
Working in different versions of the same file
"Wait, which version is the latest?" Version control issues lead to lost data and duplicated work.
One source of truth. Every team member sees real-time updates instantly.
Missing follow-ups because there's no automation
Recruitment moves fast. Without reminders and automation, candidates slip through the cracks.
Automated workflows ensure no candidate or client is ever forgotten.
No way to build a real talent pool
Spreadsheets aren't designed for relationship management. Past candidates disappear into rows never to be seen again.
Build a searchable talent database that grows more valuable with every hire.
Manual note-taking during every call
Juggling between your spreadsheet, notes app, and the actual conversation means important details get missed.
AI notetaker joins your calls and captures everything automatically.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Crew | Spreadsheets |
|---|---|---|
| Data Management | ||
Real-Time UpdatesManual updates, version conflicts | ||
Single Source of TruthMultiple versions, sync issues | ||
Automatic Data BackupDepends on cloud provider | ||
Structured Candidate ProfilesFlat rows, no relationships | ||
| Search & Discovery | ||
AI-Powered Candidate Search | ||
Search by Skills, Experience, LocationBasic filters only | ||
Find Past Candidates InstantlyManual scrolling/CTRL+F | ||
Talent Pool Management | ||
| Automation & AI | ||
AI Call Notetaker | ||
Automated Follow-Up Reminders | ||
Pipeline Stage Automation | ||
Email Sequences | ||
| Collaboration | ||
Team Activity Feed | ||
Candidate Notes & HistoryBasic comments | ||
Role-Based PermissionsSheet-level only | ||
Client Portal/Sharing | ||
Key Differentiators
Your Data, Supercharged
Import your existing spreadsheet data and watch it transform into a searchable, organized talent database. AI helps you find the right candidates in seconds, not hours.
Turn years of data into an instant competitive advantage
Never Miss a Follow-Up Again
Automated reminders, pipeline stages, and email sequences ensure every candidate and client gets the attention they deserve—without you having to remember everything.
Fill more roles by staying on top of every opportunity
AI That Takes Notes For You
Our AI notetaker joins your candidate calls, captures key details, and syncs notes directly to candidate profiles. Focus on the conversation, not the keyboard.
Better candidate relationships with zero extra effort
Bring Your Data With You
We know your spreadsheet represents months or years of work. We'll make sure nothing is lost.
Export Your Spreadsheet
Download your candidate data as CSV—we support all common formats.
Smart Import
Our import tool maps your columns and cleans up your data automatically.
Start Working Immediately
Your candidates are ready to search, organize, and engage from day one.
Import complete in under an hour, regardless of data size
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Graduate from Spreadsheets?
Your first real ATS—easy to start, powerful to grow.
Free data import included
Ready to boost your productivity?
Crew is the next-gen Talent ATS/CRM built for recruiting agencies and executive search.
