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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.
The Self-Pay Model: How to Reduce the Cost of Background Screening Students and Volunteers
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP August 8 2023 Allowing the wrong people to enter your organization comes with risks – fraud, embezzlement, cyber crime, reputational damage, costly lawsuits are just a few on the list. Unfortunately, faulty recruiting is only getting...
5 Types of People Greek Organizations Need to Background Check
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP July 25 2023 It takes a village to make a Greek group on campus shine. Between the students, workers, and volunteers affiliated with your sorority or fraternity, there are many different types of people to keep tabs on. Regardless of...
5 Best Practices For Greek Member Background Checks
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP July 18 2023 Background checks for sororities and fraternities are gaining popularity. Why? Many Greek organizations have been publicly criticized, put on probation, or kicked off campus due to violations. Usually, it’s just a few...
4 Benefits of FACIS® Healthcare Background Screening
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP July 5 2023 Healthcare fraud is an issue that results in billions of dollars lost each year and negatively impacts everyone. If we don’t do everything in our power to prevent fraud and abuse crimes within our healthcare system, it...
6 Essential Tools For Managing a Remote Workforce
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP June 26 2023 The post-COVID world of work has confronted businesses with a wealth of new challenges. Luckily, HR tech companies are creating plenty of cutting-edge tools that make adapting with the times much easier. Whether the...
How to Choose the Best Background Check Companies for Hiring
The best background check companies share five operational traits beyond price and features. Here’s what to look for when comparing screening partners.