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Background Screening: Who Is the Unseen Risk to Your Workplace?

If you perform pre-employment checks on new hires, your company is protected, right? Not if you are letting contract and temporary workers slip through the cracks. The majority of companies have people on their premises that are not officially “company employees.” These are outsourced staff employed by other companies, but provided as a service, such as janitors, guards, gardeners, etc. Sub-contracted or temporary employees offer positive benefits to the company culture. They provide the company with flexibility, nice grounds, and customer service during temporary busy periods, to name a few.
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Why Do Background Screening? Job Seekers Can Buy References

CareerExcuse runs 200 different companies that all have one thing in common: they don't exist. But for a fee, you can say you worked at one of them, and — even more valuable — they'll confirm you were a stellar employee while you were there.
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Al Capone: The Original “Clean” Background Check

Picture this: a hiring manager is running a county criminal background check on a potential employee named Alphonse Capone. The applicant seems like a stand-up guy—sharp dresser, business owner, and a knack for “community leadership.” The results come in, and... drumroll... it's squeaky clean.
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3 Ways to Leverage Background Check Technology to Improve Your Hiring Process

In an era where talent acquisition is both a strategic advantage and a logistical challenge, background checks remain one of the most critical components of a compliant and effective hiring process. Hiring the wrong candidate can be costly, not just financially, but also in terms of productivity, reputation, and legal liability.
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6 Ways to Measure ROI of Background Screening

In today’s competitive hiring landscape, investing in background screening isn’t just about compliance, it’s about strategy.  Employers across industries rely on background checks to ensure they’re making safe, informed hiring decisions.  But how can you tell if your screening program is truly delivering value?
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HR professional reviewing background screening for healthcare worker

Why Background Screening in Healthcare is Critical

Background screening in healthcare is more than just a routine hiring step—it is a critical component of patient safety and regulatory compliance. The medical field requires employees to handle sensitive patient data, administer medications, and provide direct care, making it essential to verify their credentials and background thoroughly.
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