Quaddis Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What is an ATS and why does my resume need to pass it?

Accepted Answer

ATS stands for Applicant Tracking System. Over 90% of Fortune 500 companies and leading enterprise recruiters use software (such as Workday, Taleo, Greenhouse, and Lever) to ingest, parse, and filter resumes before a human recruiter ever sees them. If your resume contains unreadable tables, improper header tags, or lacks critical contextual keywords, the algorithm rejects it automatically. Quaddis formats are engineered with 100% linear DOM hierarchies to guarantee complete parsing.

Question 2

Can I use creative templates from Canva or Photoshop?

Accepted Answer

We strongly advise against multi-column Canva, Photoshop, or graphic-heavy templates. Most ATS parsers read across rows horizontally rather than down columns, which merges unrelated text and creates algorithmic gibberish. Furthermore, skill progress bars and rating stars cannot be read by text scanners. Quaddis creates clean, sophisticated typography that passes bots with a 95%+ score while captivating human hiring managers in the first 6 seconds.

Question 3

How does the Free CV Scan work?

Accepted Answer

Our Free CV Scan uploads your resume in-memory and benchmarks it across four quantitative dimensions: Keyword Density, CAR Metric Depth, Formatting & Layout Hygiene, and Executive Structure. You receive an objective score out of 100 and a prioritized diagnostic checklist of missing keywords and formatting red flags.

Question 4

How many free ATS scans can I run every day?

Accepted Answer

Every candidate is entitled to 2 free AI-powered ATS CV scans per day at no cost. You can preview your parsed score breakdown, keyword density, and formatting risks directly on your screen. To download the comprehensive diagnostic report, simply register a free account.

Question 5

What ATS software does Quaddis optimize resumes for?

Accepted Answer

Our CV engineering benchmarks against all major tier-1 Applicant Tracking Systems, including Workday, Taleo (Oracle), Greenhouse, Lever, iCIMS, SuccessFactors (SAP), BrassRing, and SmartRecruiters. We optimize formatting, heading structure, and contextual keyword distributions to ensure 95%+ parse rates across every platform.

Question 6

Should I submit my CV in PDF or DOCX format?

Accepted Answer

Modern ATS systems can parse both clean PDFs and DOCX files. However, older legacy systems sometimes strip out metadata in PDFs. Quaddis delivers dual-format outputs: an ATS-optimized, machine-readable PDF for web portals and an editable DOCX format for external headhunters.

Question 7

How does the Quaddis CV optimisation process work?

Accepted Answer

Once you select your package and submit your current CV (along with target job titles or industry targets), we assign an industry-specific hiring expert to your case. They completely rewrite your resume from the ground up, infusing high-impact metrics and ATS keywords. You receive initial drafts, can request revisions, and finalize your interview-ready assets.

Question 8

What is the turnaround time for my finalized documents?

Accepted Answer

Standard delivery times depend on your selected package: 5 business days for our Essential tier, 3 business days for Professional, and 48 hours for our Executive tier. Expedited delivery options are also available upon request.

Question 9

How do revisions work?

Accepted Answer

Every package includes dedicated revision rounds. When you receive your first draft, you can provide direct feedback, request adjustments to tone or scope, and suggest additional achievements. We work with you iteratively until you are 100% satisfied with the finished document.

Question 10

What information do I need to prepare before starting?

Accepted Answer

All you need is your latest CV (even if outdated), your LinkedIn profile link (if available), and 1-3 links or descriptions of the job positions you are aiming for. If your CV is missing recent roles, you can submit bullet notes or schedule a brief intake consultation.

Question 11

How is an Executive CV different from a standard resume?

Accepted Answer

Executive CVs focus on commercial scale, P&L management, strategic governance, and board-level influence rather than tactical daily duties. We structure executive profiles around high-level transformation case studies, regional footprint expansion (e.g. GCC / EMEA), and organizational velocity.

Question 12

Why do I need LinkedIn Profile Optimization alongside my CV?

Accepted Answer

Over 85% of corporate recruiters and executive headhunters use LinkedIn Recruiter tools to search for candidates proactively before posting a job. Having an optimized CV is only half the battle; your LinkedIn profile needs the exact algorithmic search taxonomy to appear in the top 1% of recruiter search results.

Question 13

Do you assist with Cover Letters and Executive Bios?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Our Professional and Executive tiers include bespoke, highly compelling cover letters tailored to your target sector, as well as concise 1-page executive bios designed for board presentations, speaking engagements, and venture advisory roles.

Question 14

Is my personal career history and contact data secure?

Accepted Answer

Strictly confidential. We operate under stringent privacy protocols. Uploaded files for CV scans are processed entirely in memory and discarded. We never sell, monetize, or disclose your career details, contact information, or employer history to third parties.

Question 15

Do you guarantee that I will get hired?

Accepted Answer

While no ethical service can guarantee an employer's hiring decision (which depends on market economic conditions, hiring freezes, and interview performance), we offer an Interview Callback Guarantee: if you do not see a noticeable increase in interview invitations within 60 days of deploying your Quaddis CV, we will rewrite it for free.

Question 16

Are your specialists native speakers and industry certified?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our decentralised team consists of over 100 senior talent acquisition specialists, certified professional resume writers (CPRW), and ex-hiring directors located in Dubai, London, New York, Singapore, and Toronto.

Frequently Asked Questions

The 100-Point ATS Benchmark Criteria