QR Code Generation Improvement
Background
Previously, the system generated one QR code per applicant per slot, based on the assumption that most jobs had a one-to-one relationship between applicant and slot.
In reality, many jobs contain:
- Multiple applicants per slot
- Multiple slots per job
This created unnecessary QR generation, increased operational effort, and reduced efficiency for Hiring Managers (HM).
Latest Enhancement: Dual QR Mode Support
To provide flexibility and backward compatibility, Hiring Managers now have two clock-in / clock-out options:
- Individual QR Clock In / Clock Out
- Bulk Clock In / Clock Out
1. Individual QR Clock In / Clock Out (Existing Process)
This is the current / legacy process.
- One QR code per applicant per slot
- Each applicant has a dedicated QR
- Clock-in and clock-out are handled individually
Purpose
- Maintain backward compatibility
- Support scenarios requiring strict per-applicant QR control
- Ensure no disruption to existing operational workflows
This process remains unchanged, still using old process.
2. Bulk Clock In / Clock Out (New Process)
This is the new optimized process.
- One QR code per slot
- All applicants within the same slot share the same QR
- Designed for multi-applicant scenarios
Purpose
- Reduce QR generation volume
- Simplify Hiring Manager operations
- Improve efficiency during high-volume clock-in/out periods
- Better align with real-world hiring patterns
Why This Two-Mode Approach Matters
- No forced migration from the old process
- Flexible adoption based on operational needs
- Lower risk rollout strategy
- Supports both small-scale and high-volume job scenarios
Expected Impact
Operational Impact
- Hiring Managers can choose the workflow that best fits their needs
- Reduced manual effort when using Bulk mode
- Faster review and clocking process
- Improved usability for high-volume slots
Technical Impact
- Reduced QR record volume (when using Bulk mode)
- Lower API traffic
- Better peak-time performance
- Improved scalability and maintainability
Summary
The system now supports two QR workflows:
- Individual QR Clock In / Clock Out (existing process)
- Bulk Clock In / Clock Out (new optimized process)
This enhancement improves flexibility, scalability, and operational efficiency while preserving backward compatibility.