Step 1: Retrieve and Enter Your API Key
- Log into Ashby using an Admin account.
- Navigate to Admin → API Keys → + New.
- Create a new API key with Read All and Write All permissions.
- Copy the generated API key.
- In the Alex web app, go to Settings (left-hand navigation; only Alex admins have access).
- Under Settings, open the Integrations section and select Ashby.
- Paste the API key and click Test Connection.
- If successful, click Connect to save your credentials.
Step 2: Configure Automations
After connecting Ashby, you can enable automations to streamline your recruiting process:- Candidate Invites: Automatically invite candidates to complete an Alex interview after they apply to an open role in Ashby.
- Interview Creation: Automatically create Alex Interviews when a job is added or updated in Ashby. This is ideal for high-volume or high-turnover roles where speed is critical.
Key Takeaways
- The Ashby integration keeps your candidate and job data in sync with Alex.
- Automations save time but should be enabled thoughtfully to match your workflow.
- You can always start with manual interview creation before turning on full automation.