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Thought leadership pieces from seasoned experts in the identity & background screening field
Where and How to Get a Background Check
Discover how to get a background check for employment, why a criminal background check is important, and what to look for in a background check company.
8 Modern Background Checking Services
Modern background check programs rely on these background checking services for comprehensive coverage. Find out how you match up.
Guide to Employment Background Check Compliance
Employment background check compliance can be complex. Dive into this overview of the FCRA, EEOC, and the ban the box regulations.
Hospitality Background Checks for All Positions
The hospitality industry strives to provide travelers a home away from home, with all services catered and diverse amenities accommodated. Consumer standards continue to climb in both services offered and level of personal service received, whether they patron a...
3 Ineffective Ways to Ask About Your Background Check & Practical Alternatives
Even if you have nothing to hide, talking about a background check can be nerve-racking. You can always ask your potential employer for clarification on what they will be looking into or you can scour background checking FAQ pages to find detailed information on...
3 Reasons Why Background Checks are Vital for Restaurants
The restaurant industry doesn’t immediately come to mind when you think of the types of businesses most likely to conduct background screening on a new or potential employee. High employee turnover rates make the cost of background checks seem too prohibitive to...
What to Do: Incorrect Information on Your Background Check
The unthinkable has happened. You applied for your dream job and were awaiting the results of your background check when the potential employer contacted you and said you’d been passed over for the position. The hiring manager says that you failed your screening,...
Why Your Nonprofit Should Screen Volunteers
A nonprofit business is often working to do the impossible - serve a community or cause while operating on as little money as possible. Employees are often told to work with what they’ve got, stretching supplies and welcoming any and all people who wish to help....
Why We Need Background Checks for Youth Sports Volunteers
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP March 20 2015While after-school activities are an integral part of a child’s social development, parents are often wary of the individuals assigned to supervise their children on a regular basis.With many youth activities, such as...