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Thought leadership pieces from seasoned experts in the identity & background screening field
How Quantisal™ Transforms Oral Drug Tests
Discover how Quantisal™ simplifies oral drug testing with tamper-proof collection and lab-ready results.
Employer’s Guide to Return-to-Duty Drug and Alcohol Testing
Stay compliant with return-to-duty and post-accident drug and alcohol testing for safety-sensitive positions. Learn key steps, timelines, and rules.
DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Requirements
DOT drug test rules made simple. Discover who needs testing, when it’s required, and how to manage a compliant drug and alcohol testing program.
What is Included in a Pre-Employment Physical Exam?
Discover what a pre-employment physical exam includes and how it ensures candidate readiness, workplace safety, and hiring compliance.
Rapid Drug Screen vs Lab Testing: What to Know
Find out when to use rapid drug screens or lab drug tests. Learn how five-panel drug tests support compliance and hiring decisions.
What is eCup+? The Future of Drug Screening Tech
Learn how eCup+ delivers instant screen drug test results and streamlines compliance with secure, digital workflows.
A Primer on County Criminal Background Checks
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP June 10 2025A county background check is one of the most reliable ways to verify an applicant’s criminal history. Since many criminal offenses are prosecuted at the county level, these searches provide direct access to court records,...
Employers Guide to Statewide Criminal Background Checks
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP May 26 2025When it comes to hiring, missing a red flag in the wrong state can put your company at risk. Making the right hiring decisions requires accurate information. A statewide criminal background check helps employers find...
7 Candidate Screening and Recruitment Trends You’ll See In 2022
Which candidate screening trends are headed for HR departments soon? Criminal monitoring, psychometric testing, and more.
5 Ways to Make the Process of Hiring Easier
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP December 15 2021 Every business has wondered it: How can I recruit better? Every time a position opens, the hiring process begins – for some, it can be time consuming and arduous. The longer the job remains unfilled, the more workflow...
What Can You Not Ask in a Reference Check?
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP November 10 2021Job reference questions are an integral part of a complete background screening process. While screening procedures like employment history verification, education verification, criminal history, and motor vehicle...
5 Reasons to Avoid Free Employment Verification Websites
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP October 26 2021Background checks are a standard procedure for businesses, and employment verifications are part of that process. However, some choose to perform the service themselves rather than seeking a professional. Whether that’s...
Ensure Safety with a Driving Background Check
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP August 30 2021While passing countless vehicles on the road each day, we rarely think about whether the driver sitting next to us has ever had a DUI or a reckless driving charge. If you were responsible for that driver and the...
Background Screening for Greek Organizations
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP July 20 2021Greek organizations are like a business. Background checks have been done for decades for pre-employment purposes; the last thing an employer wants to do is make a negligent hiring decision. The damage to the company’s...