Up to a third of new UK employees are not passing their six-month probationary reviews, costing companies thousands of pounds, reports Business Matters citing research from recruitment tech firm Worksome. The research found that on average, businesses spend nearly £6,459 a year on recruitment and hiring. These fees lost if the candidate does not stay with the company and the salary for the probationary period is also wasted. Mathias Linnemann, Co-founder of Worksome commented, “If hiring managers can feel more confident about candidates and recruits before they walk through the door, they can take back a level of control and feel more empowered to make the right decisions. Using technology alongside the traditional recruitment methods is the best way for hiring managers to access the talent they need in a smarter and more sustainable way.”