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Client vs. Customer: Why It Matters More Than You Think

In business, those two words get used like they mean the same thing. They don’t. And in background screening, the difference is everything. At AB Global, we don’t have customers. We have clients. That is intentional.
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Strengthening Trust Through SOC 2: An IT Engineer’s Perspective in Background Screening

In the background screening industry, trust isn’t just a value it’s the foundation of every interaction we have with clients and applicants. As an IT engineer, I see firsthand how critical it is to safeguard the sensitive personal data entrusted to us. That’s why achieving and maintaining SOC 2 compliance has become one of the most important pillars of our security program.
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A Compliance Lesson in Asking Candidates to Self-Disclose Criminal History

The federal class action Hollingsworth v. Walmart Inc. offers a reminder that even large employers can face significant liability when they fail to follow the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The case also highlights a growing issue in the modern hiring space: the legal risks when candidates voluntarily self disclose criminal history before a background check is conducted.
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Love at First Check: What’s to Adore About Your Background Screening Report

A background report functions like a love letter to accuracy. In the same way that healthy relationships rely on honesty, employers rely on verified information about criminal history, identity, employment background, education, and credentials. A dependable report reveals who a candidate truly is.
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Background Screening: The Super Bowl of Hiring

When it comes to assembling a winning team, employers know that background screening is much like the Super Bowl. It is the ultimate game changer that determines success. Just as football teams meticulously strategize and prepare to outplay their opponents on the field, organizations rely on comprehensive background screening to ensure they have the right players on their roster. Both processes involve rigorous preparation, attention to detail, and a focus on performance that can make or break the outcome. In the high-stakes world of hiring, a strong screening program becomes the difference between a season of victories and a year filled with penalties and preventable setbacks.
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Understanding the Different Types of TB Testing What Employers and Candidates Should Know

Tuberculosis testing is a routine part of onboarding for many jobs, especially in healthcare, education, manufacturing, and other regulated industries. Yet despite how common it is, TB testing often causes confusion for both employers and candidates. Questions like “Why do I need this test” “Which one am I getting” and “Why do I need more than one” come up every day.
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