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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...
Employment Background Screening for Modern Candidates
Discover why a modern employment background screening program should include a social media background check, education verification check, and monitoring.
FCRA-Compliant Background Checks for Employment
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP December 18 2023Employment background checks are a standard practice for most businesses these days. Employers expect to run the standard services, and applicants expect to wait a couple of days for results. But if you’re new to the...
Background Checks for Temporary Employees: What HR Needs to Know
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP December 4 2024Following the rise in popularity of the gig economy, we’ve seen more companies hiring temporary workers. The risks of hiring non-permanent employees are often overlooked because of a common misconception: these...
How to Choose the Best Background Screening Company
Searching for the best background screening company to kickstart your hiring? Create a list of the top background screening companies with these six questions.
What is Employee Monitoring? A Complete Guide
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP November 8 2023Every business leader must prioritize protecting their company, whether they have 50 or 50,000 employees. Most companies maintain a safe & secure workplace through measures like implementing a strong cyber security...
Who Schools Should Background Check
Background checks for schools and universities should check more than just teachers. Learn who schools and higher education else you need to screen for safety.