> My org has run a hands-on technical exam with a stack of linux admin basics ... they are based on real problems we've had and the feedback is overwhelmingly "this was one of the best technical interviews I've ever had."
You essentially answered your own question.
Putting thought into the interview process and working with candidates through real problems is valuable. I cannot say the same for outsourcing or "automating" this portion of an interview using 3rd party SaaS.
> My org has run a hands-on technical exam with a stack of linux admin basics ... they are based on real problems we've had and the feedback is overwhelmingly "this was one of the best technical interviews I've ever had."
You essentially answered your own question.
Putting thought into the interview process and working with candidates through real problems is valuable. I cannot say the same for outsourcing or "automating" this portion of an interview using 3rd party SaaS.