A communication sent to a candidate who failed to attend a scheduled interview without prior notification is a formal declination of their application. For example, following an applicant’s unexcused absence from a planned meeting with a hiring manager, the recruitment team will issue a message confirming they are no longer under consideration for the position.
Such a response serves as a crucial step in maintaining professional standards and protecting the company’s reputation. It formally closes the application process for the individual, freeing up resources to focus on other candidates. Historically, informal communication or silence might have been considered acceptable; however, current best practices emphasize the importance of providing closure, even in the case of an applicant’s failure to appear for their scheduled appointment. This practice minimizes potential ambiguity and prevents unnecessary follow-up from the candidate.
