What We Think
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...
Diversity Inside the Workplace: A New Way of Doing Business
Research shows that companies with a more diverse staff, as well as vendor base, provide more enjoyable work environments. Diversity in the workplace is an idea that has existed for decades as the number one goal for companies across the world. When we encourage...
Hidden Dangers of DIY Background Checks
The risks of do-it-yourself versus hiring a professional are usually higher, and this is especially true with background screening. Why allow yourself to choose the cheaper route when you know the results will be less quality than your business deserves? When it...
Creating a Social Media Policy For the Workplace
The success of your business depends on a solid foundation of hard-working employees with a strong work ethic. Your employees must maintain productivity to increase profitability, but those goals can often be hindered because of social media. This could be due to...
Free Background Checks Leave Too Much to Chance
Hiring employees without conducting reasonable due diligence puts your company at risk and online database searches cannot protect you adequately. Many companies use discounted or free online background checks to gather information on employment candidates....
Screen For Success: Benefits of Restaurant Background Checks
Poor service at a restaurant can leave a bad taste in anyone’s mouth, even if the food was exquisite. This interrupts the flow of smoothly running a hospitality service and creates tension between guests and customer service. Improve your customers’ dining...
The Technology Behind the Best Background Check Service
How can you tell if your company is getting the best background check service possible to ensure the right applicants are hired? In today’s age of technology, the features behind the best background check service are endless. Understanding the technology behind the...