Applying for jobs is filthy...Mike Rowe has nothing on me

Oh hey, thanks to the three people who've spoken up on my poll. And thanks for no one clicking "never."
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Riddle me this: why do some organizations have overly redundant job application processes? (Is there even such a thing as "sufficiently redundant"?) I'm already sending you a tailored cover letter, resume, and references, all as attachments at the end of your unnecessary electronic application; why do I need to fill out THE SAME EXACT INFORMATION beforehand? It's even worse at temp./staffing agencies: fill out an application (complete with work history, references, and "what are a couple stories that exemplify the type of worker you are" questions) send a resume, then bring in a copy of the same resume so that the recruiter can verbally ask you the same questions you answer on the application. (I'm talking to you, Beacon Hill Staffing Group and [not-so-]Personal Staffing Group. You're welcome for the undeserved plugs.)

Then again, it's probably so clowns like me just see it and give up halfway through. Joke's on you--I'm still applying! Enjoy reading the same information twice! Eat that, Winchester Hospital Developmental Office! Er...and by "eat that," I mean "please consider me for the position in question." kthx.