Company Research Report: TestGorilla
Company Overview
Name, Mission of the Company
TestGorilla
Mission: To democratize hiring by making the process fairer, faster, and more accurate through skills-based assessments.
Foundation and Founders
Founded: 2019
Founders: Wouter Durville and Otto Verhage
Key People
- Wouter Durville - Co-founder and CEO
- Nadia Vatalidis - Head of People and Culture
Headquarters
Location: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Number of Employees
Employees: 169 team members in 51 countries
Revenue
No information is available
What is the Company Known For
TestGorilla is known for its skills-based hiring assessments that are designed to replace resumes and traditional hiring methods. The company offers a wide range of tests that help employers evaluate candidates' skills, behavior, and cultural fit.
Products
Products Offered
1. Skills-Based Assessments
2. Programming Tests
3. Cognitive Ability Tests
4. Personality and Culture Tests
5. Language Proficiency Tests
6. Role-Specific Tests
7. Situational Judgment Tests
8. Software Skills Tests
9. Typing Speed Tests
High-Level Description and Key Features
Skills-Based Assessments
Provide over 400 tests aimed at evaluating the actual skills required for job roles, from technical skills to soft skills.
Key Features:
- Readily available tests for various skills
- Results that predict job success better than resumes
- Automated grading and candidate ranking
Programming Tests
Designed to identify top developer talent in more than 20 programming languages.
Key Features:
- Real-world coding challenges
- Immediate evaluation and ranking
Cognitive Ability Tests
Assess problem-solving and critical thinking skills by testing verbal and numerical understanding.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive cognitive evaluation
- Predictive of job performance
Personality and Culture Tests
Gauge personality traits to ensure team compatibility and job satisfaction.
Key Features:
- Assess compatibility with company culture
- Improve team dynamics
Language Proficiency Tests
Evaluate language skills necessary for roles requiring effective communication.
Key Features:
- Multilingual assessments
- Accurate measurement of language proficiencies
Role-Specific Tests
Tailor assessments to specific job roles, ensuring candidates have the necessary skills and knowledge.
Key Features:
- Role-specific customization
- In-depth evaluation of relevant skills
Situational Judgment Tests
Assess decision-making and problem-solving in workplace scenarios.
Key Features:
- Real-world scenarios
- Predictive of job performance in challenging situations
Software Skills Tests
Measure proficiency in essential software and specialized applications.
Key Features:
- Job-ready software skills
- Comprehensive software knowledge evaluation
Typing Speed Tests
Assess typing accuracy and speed, crucial for roles requiring fast data entry or content creation.
Key Features:
- Accuracy in speed measurement
- Essential for data-intensive roles
Recent Developments
Recent Developments in the Company
1. State of Skills-Based Hiring 2024 Report
- Skills-based hiring is the #1 way to hire in 2024.
- 81% of employers now use skills-based hiring.
New Products Launched
No specific information is available on newly launched products.
New Features Added to Existing Products
1. Assessment Review Best Practices:
- Focused on the top 10% of applicants based on assessment scores to speed up the interview process.
2. Video Introduction:
- Created videos explaining the application process to improve transparency and trust.
3. Engineer-focused Enhancements:
- Refreshed engineering assessments, reduced duration to under 60 minutes, and created informative application process videos.
New Partnerships
No information is available regarding new partnerships.
This report provides a comprehensive overview of TestGorilla, detailing its mission, key personnel, and extensive product offerings, alongside recent developments and data on the state of skills-based hiring.
