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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...
3 Ways to Foster a Culture of Continuous Learning
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP February 3 2020With employees quitting jobs in record numbers, companies may be tempted to dedicate their resources to short-term goals: roll out the new product enhancement, strategize for the up-and-coming market, land the next big...
4 HR Tools that Save Your Team Time
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP January 29 2020If you’re like most HR professionals, you’re busy from the time you sit down at your desk to when you pack up for the day. HR handles everything from recruiting and hiring to managing employee welfare. If your Human...
3 Hiring Risks in the Entertainment Industry
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP November 11 2019The entertainment industry is one of the few that never lacks for talent. Whether it’s film, sports, or even Broadway, there will never be a shortage of camera operators, makeup artists, or writers. In an industry...
Sexual Abuse in the Healthcare Industry
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP November 4 2019When people think of abuse in the healthcare industry, they might only think of medical neglect or malpractice. Few ever consider the risk of sexual abuse—and unfortunately, it’s more common than anyone would like to...
4 Tips for Recruiting Hourly Employees
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP October 28 2019Hourly employees can be found in almost any industry, from food service to retail to hospitality. No matter what business you’re in, though, recruiting hourly employees who are quality talent can be a challenge. While...
Solving the Engineer Skills Shortage: 5 Tips
BLOG Solving the Engineer Shortage: 5 Tips for Hiring in the Auto Industry Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP August 29 2019Several specialized industries are facing a talent shortage, but nowhere is this more obvious than the engineer skills shortage in the automotive...