LayersRank

Resources / Whitepapers

Research That Changes How You Hire

Technical deep-dives on the science behind structured hiring. Peer-reviewed methodology, practical applications, real data.

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The Science Behind Confidence Scoring

TR-q-ROFNs for Candidate Evaluation

Traditional scoring hides uncertainty. This paper explains how Type-Reduced q-Rung Orthopair Fuzzy Numbers quantify evaluation confidence — and why it matters for hiring decisions. Includes mathematical foundations, worked examples, and validation methodology.

20 pagesTechnicalPDF
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Pedigree Bias in Indian Hiring

The Hidden Cost of College-Based Filtering

IIT/NIT filtering is default in Indian tech hiring. But what does it actually predict? This paper examines the evidence on pedigree-based hiring, presents LayersRank comparison data, and offers practical recommendations for reducing bias without lowering standards.

15 pagesHR & LeadershipPDF
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Structured vs. Unstructured Interviews

What Actually Predicts Job Performance

Decades of research show structured interviews outperform unstructured interviews. This paper summarizes the evidence (including Schmidt & Hunter meta-analyses), explains how LayersRank implements structured principles at scale, and provides ROI analysis.

12 pagesGeneralPDF

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