Guide

Den Wechsel vom alten ATS planen, ohne Daten zu verlieren

Viele Agenturen bleiben bei ihrem System, weil der Wechsel riskant wirkt. Mit einem klaren Ablauf behalten Sie Ihre Daten und Ihr Tagesgeschäft im Griff.

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Ein neues System einzuführen, fühlt sich für viele Agenturen an wie ein Umzug mitten im laufenden Betrieb. Die Sorge ist berechtigt: In der Datenbank steckt die Arbeit von Jahren. Kandidaten, Firmen, Mandate, Notizen und Gesprächsverläufe dürfen auf dem Weg nicht verloren gehen.

Mit einem klaren Ablauf wird der Wechsel planbar. Diese Schritte haben sich bewährt.

1. Den Export früh anfordern

Klären Sie mit Ihrem bisherigen Anbieter, welche Daten Sie in welchem Format exportieren können. Manche Systeme liefern mehrere Dateien, etwa getrennt nach Kandidaten, Firmen und Mandaten. Fragen Sie auch nach Anhängen wie Lebensläufen und nach Notizen.

2. Die Struktur abgleichen

Jedes System benennt Felder anders. Bevor importiert wird, sollte feststehen, welches alte Feld wohin gehört. Ein Feld wie Kündigungsfrist ist für Headhunter wichtig und darf nicht in einem Sammelfeld verschwinden.

3. Dubletten bereinigen

Über die Jahre entstehen doppelte Einträge. Derselbe Kandidat mit zwei Mailadressen, dieselbe Firma in zwei Schreibweisen. Der Wechsel ist der beste Zeitpunkt, um das zu bereinigen. Unklare Fälle sollte ein Mensch entscheiden, nicht ein Automatismus.

4. Verknüpfungen erhalten

Der Wert einer Datenbank liegt in den Verbindungen: welcher Kandidat bei welchem Mandat im Gespräch war, welche Firma zu welchem Kontakt gehört. Prüfen Sie nach dem Import stichprobenartig, ob diese Beziehungen stimmen.

5. Postfächer und Kanäle verbinden

Ab dem Wechsel sollen neue Nachrichten im neuen System landen. Verbinden Sie Mail und weitere Kanäle direkt, damit Ihr Bestand ab dem ersten Tag aktuell bleibt.

6. Den Vertrag im Blick behalten

Kündigungsfristen bestimmen oft den Zeitplan. Planen Sie den Import so, dass Ihre Daten rechtzeitig vor dem Vertragsende im neuen System sind.

So läuft der Wechsel zu Sourge

Wir übernehmen Ihren Bestand gemeinsam mit Ihnen, gleichen die Struktur ab und bereinigen Dubletten. Was unklar ist, legen wir Ihnen zur Entscheidung vor. Mehr dazu auf der Seite Migration.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What agencies want to know before getting started.

Who is Sourge for?

For headhunters, executive search firms, and recruiting agencies. From solo practices to teams with several recruiters.

When can I start using Sourge?

Starting now. We are rolling Sourge out step by step so every agency gets off to a good start. Request access, and we will reach out personally as soon as our capacity allows.

Does Sourge send messages without me?

Only if you want it to. You set which replies and outreach go out automatically and which land with you first.

Can I trust Sourge's suggestions?

Every suggestion comes with a reason. You see why a candidate fits the mandate and where they do not, and you make the call.

Can I bring my existing data?

Yes. We migrate your data from your current system, map the structure, and clean up duplicates. More on the Migration page.

How do I get my data out if I switch?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

How much effort is onboarding for my team?

Very little. You talk to Sourge as you would to an assistant, by phone or in chat. We set up Sourge together with you and migrate your data.

Who owns my data?

You do. Each agency's data is kept separate.

Where is my data stored, and how does Sourge comply with data protection rules?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Is my data used to train AI?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Can I connect my existing tools?

Yes. Sourge connects with over 1,500 apps, such as your calendar, Slack, or Teams. Agents then work for you there too.

Is my LinkedIn account safe?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Am I allowed to use WhatsApp with candidates?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

How much does Sourge cost?

We discuss that in our first conversation, tailored to your agency. Simply request access to get started.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What agencies want to know before getting started.

Who is Sourge for?

For headhunters, executive search firms, and recruiting agencies. From solo practices to teams with several recruiters.

When can I start using Sourge?

Starting now. We are rolling Sourge out step by step so every agency gets off to a good start. Request access, and we will reach out personally as soon as our capacity allows.

Does Sourge send messages without me?

Only if you want it to. You set which replies and outreach go out automatically and which land with you first.

Can I trust Sourge's suggestions?

Every suggestion comes with a reason. You see why a candidate fits the mandate and where they do not, and you make the call.

Can I bring my existing data?

Yes. We migrate your data from your current system, map the structure, and clean up duplicates. More on the Migration page.

How do I get my data out if I switch?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

How much effort is onboarding for my team?

Very little. You talk to Sourge as you would to an assistant, by phone or in chat. We set up Sourge together with you and migrate your data.

Who owns my data?

You do. Each agency's data is kept separate.

Where is my data stored, and how does Sourge comply with data protection rules?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Is my data used to train AI?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Can I connect my existing tools?

Yes. Sourge connects with over 1,500 apps, such as your calendar, Slack, or Teams. Agents then work for you there too.

Is my LinkedIn account safe?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Am I allowed to use WhatsApp with candidates?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

How much does Sourge cost?

We discuss that in our first conversation, tailored to your agency. Simply request access to get started.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What agencies want to know before getting started.

Who is Sourge for?

For headhunters, executive search firms, and recruiting agencies. From solo practices to teams with several recruiters.

When can I start using Sourge?

Starting now. We are rolling Sourge out step by step so every agency gets off to a good start. Request access, and we will reach out personally as soon as our capacity allows.

Does Sourge send messages without me?

Only if you want it to. You set which replies and outreach go out automatically and which land with you first.

Can I trust Sourge's suggestions?

Every suggestion comes with a reason. You see why a candidate fits the mandate and where they do not, and you make the call.

Can I bring my existing data?

Yes. We migrate your data from your current system, map the structure, and clean up duplicates. More on the Migration page.

How do I get my data out if I switch?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

How much effort is onboarding for my team?

Very little. You talk to Sourge as you would to an assistant, by phone or in chat. We set up Sourge together with you and migrate your data.

Who owns my data?

You do. Each agency's data is kept separate.

Where is my data stored, and how does Sourge comply with data protection rules?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Is my data used to train AI?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Can I connect my existing tools?

Yes. Sourge connects with over 1,500 apps, such as your calendar, Slack, or Teams. Agents then work for you there too.

Is my LinkedIn account safe?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

Am I allowed to use WhatsApp with candidates?

Placeholder: the answer follows once the details are confirmed.

How much does Sourge cost?

We discuss that in our first conversation, tailored to your agency. Simply request access to get started.

Ready for the strongest version of your agency?

Sourge handles the work behind it. Request access, and we will reach out personally.

Ready for the strongest version of your agency?

Sourge handles the work behind it. Request access, and we will reach out personally.

Ready for the strongest version of your agency?

Sourge handles the work behind it. Request access, and we will reach out personally.

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© 2026 Sourge. Built in Zurich.

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The AI native platform for the agency of the future.

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© 2026 Sourge. Built in Zurich.

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