Case Study: Littelfuse achieves 85% faster reference checks and $4M in turnover savings with SkillSurvey

How Littelfuse uses SkillSurvey Reference® and its Pre-Hire 360® reference check to make informed hiring decisions

Littelfuse, a global leader in circuit protection with offices in more than 28 countries, needed a better way to identify high performers. Traditional reference checks were time-consuming and rarely produced actionable insights, making it difficult for HR to justify the effort and to make confident hiring decisions across its international operations.

By adopting SkillSurvey Reference and the Pre‑Hire 360° process, Littelfuse increased the breadth and quality of reference feedback—requiring five references (including two managers) and using behavioral questions and confidentiality to elicit candid responses. Results included a 90% response rate with average replies in under two days, an average of five references per candidate, an 85% reduction in reference‑checking time, an 88% opt‑in sourcing community, and an estimated $4M saved in potential turnover costs while improving hiring quality for nearly 50 positions.

Littelfuse

Littelfuse

Human Resources Director of Talent and the Americas