Background Check Services Blogs
Thought leadership pieces from seasoned experts in the identity & background screening field
Understanding Ban the Box Legislation & Fair Chance Hiring
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP September 13 2021For many job applicants nationwide, a single question on an application stands in the way of gainful employment. This question is often posed in the form of a check box and is meant to indicate whether or not the...
Are Social Media Background Checks Legal?
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP August 24 2021Social media background checks are a valuable resource for finding information about potential new hires for your business that you wouldn’t typically glean from an interview or resume. As these types of searches become...
An Intro to Workforce Monitoring: Continuous Criminal Monitoring
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP August 17 2021Did you know that 10 million arrests are made in the United States each year? Are you certain that none of your current employees are one of those 10 million? You probably already have background screening processes in...
How to Correct Form I-9 & Other I-9 FAQs
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP July 6 2021Form I-9, the method of employment eligibility verification required of employers in the United States, is a U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) document that must be completed for all employees within your...
Where and How To Get a Criminal Background Check
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP May 27 2021 A background check is a useful tool when you want to verify the credentials of a potential hire. As an employer, conducting a criminal background check on future employees is an excellent way to ensure that your future...
Complete Background Checks for Modern Candidates
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP April 7 2021Since its inception, the background screening industry has continually evolved with the everchanging business world. Adhering to new legislation and regulations, following workforce trends, and developing cutting-edge HR...
The HR Digitization Journey Series: Background Screening
BLOGMarco Piovesan March 9 2021 We spend a lot of time listening to our HR and risk management customers. We constantly discuss future HR recruiting and risk mitigation scenarios based on consumer preferences, technology advances, and enterprise needs. And over the...
What Is Included in a Background Check?: An FAQ
BLOG Tammy CohenJanuary 27 2021With over 30 years of experience, InfoMart’s background check experts have the know how to answer the most pressing questions you have about the background screening process. Curious to know what is included in a background check?...
The Comprehensive Background Checks Checklist
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP January 5 2021By now, background checks are likely a standard part of your business’s hiring process. Whether you need to screen thousands of employees or small business background checks better fit your needs, it’s likely time to...
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