Is One Background Check Enough? Why Ongoing Screening Matters

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Many employers believe that a thorough background check at the time of hire is enough to ensure a safe workplace. But for organizations committed to long-term safety, compliance, and risk management, screening shouldn’t stop on day one. Why Periodic Background Checks Are Becoming the Norm More companies are adopting recurring background checks as a standard practice; monthly, quarterly, […]

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How Background Checks Can Support Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace

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Diversity and inclusion (D&I) aren’t just corporate buzzwords, they’re strategic drivers of long-term business success. Whether you’re running a small coffee shop on Main Street or managing operations in a downtown high-rise, building a diverse and inclusive team creates stronger, more resilient businesses. But what role do background checks play in this process? More than

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Meeting Needs, Not Just Roles: A Smarter Approach to Hiring

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Hiring the right talent doesn’t have to be an impossible quest. Leading companies like Unilever and American Express and many smaller businesses are rethinking how they hire. The key? Shifting from rigid job descriptions to a more flexible, needs-based approach through work design strategies. Why Traditional Role-Based Hiring Can Slow You Down Picture this: you’re looking

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Rethinking Drug Testing: What Employers Need to Know in a Changing Legal Landscape

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Pre-employment drug testing has long been a standard part of the hiring process. But in today’s rapidly changing legal and cultural climate, many employers are rethinking when and whether substance screening still makes sense. While some industries continue to require strict testing protocols, others are loosening or even eliminating these requirements. Understanding the evolving rules and

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