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# Candidate journey (for recruiters)

> How to track candidate pipeline progression and generate recruiter efficiency insights using the Merge ATS API.

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#### Connect to your customer's ATS

Your customer authorizes your application to access their ATS via an OAuth or similar authorization flow through Merge Link.

#### Complete an initial import

Using Merge, ingest active applications and their current stage.

#### Track candidate journey

Track touchpoints with the candidate (activities) and movement in the hiring pipeline through the `current_stage` under [**GET** /Applications](https://docs.merge.dev/ats/applications/#applications_list).

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> Use [Merge webhooks](/merge-unified/reading-data/webhooks/merge-webhooks) to be instantly notified when any data changes.

#### Track candidate outcomes

Use the [**GET** /offers](https://docs.merge.dev/ats/offers/#offers_list) and [/reject reasons](https://docs.merge.dev/ats/reject-reasons/#reject_reasons_list) to track which candidates are hired and rejected.

#### Provide analysis and insights

Use Merge data to generate insights and recommendations to your customer to provide opportunities for improvement to the talent pipeline.

#### Better analyze the candidate journey with Merge

Integrate today or talk to our sales team to learn how Merge unlocks hundreds of integrations in days - not years.

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