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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...
SMB Cybersecurity Guide: How to Build a Strong Plan Within Budget
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP January 31 2023Has cybersecurity been put on the back burner at your growing enterprise? It makes sense: small-to-medium businesses (SMBs) typically have much to get done while working with limited resources and a tight budget....
Upskilling 101: 5 Things HR Needs to Know About Upskilling
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP January 24 2023The Digital Revolution has made an undeniable impact on the world of work, and it will only continue to reshape our jobs and businesses by increasing the skills gap. This shows in the noticeable increase in the skills...
Popular Background Checks for Nonprofits
BLOGTammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP December 12 2022Nonprofit organizations need all the help they can get; it’s rare to hear about a nonprofit or charity that struggles from having too many volunteers. However, nonprofits must ensure the safety of their staff, other...
Nurse Background Checks: 5 Must-Have Screening Services
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP December 6 2022Nurses are the unsung heroes of the medical world, spending hours on their feet caring for others and working directly with patients to carry out doctors’ orders. Therefore, nurses are trusted implicitly by people who...
Recruiting & Hiring Candidates with Power Skills
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP November 14 2022 In the US alone, automation could eliminate 73 million jobs by 2023. AI, automation, and machinery has transformed the future of work across the globe As employers increasingly allocate jobs to machines, it’s...
Transportation Employee Monitoring: Get DOT-Compliant Background Checks
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP November 7 2022 According to Exponent, transportation organizations are not just selling mobility; they’re selling trust. This shows in the Department of Transportation’s rigorous background check policies, which are designed to put...