RELIABLE BACKGROUND SCREENING INDUSTRY NEWS AND ARTICLES
Industry news, helpful tips, and valuable insight from the Reliable Background Screening Team.
Background Checks – Looking Ahead to 2025
As we reflect on the dynamic landscape of background screening in 2024, it's clear that the industry has undergone significant transformations, adapting to evolving technologies and changing societal norms. Looking ahead to 2025, several key trends are poised to shape the future of background checks, presenting both opportunities and challenges for employers, franchisors, membership organizations, nonprofit organizations, property management companies and background screening providers alike. One of the most notable developments in 2024 was the continued rise of social media background checks. Companies and organizations increasingly recognized the value of assessing candidates' online presence to gain deeper insights into their character and potential [...]
Developing a Comprehensive Employee Background Check Policy
Developing a comprehensive employee background check policy is crucial for organizations to ensure they hire qualified candidates while maintaining a safe and secure work environment. A well-crafted policy not only protects the company but also ensures fairness and consistency in the hiring process. When creating such a policy, it's essential to consider various factors, including legal compliance, job-specific requirements, and the overall goals of the organization. One of the first steps in developing a comprehensive background check policy is to ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. This includes federal laws such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), as well as state [...]
The Critical Role of Student Background Checks Today
Student background checks have become an increasingly important aspect of the admissions process at colleges and other adult educational institutions. These checks serve multiple purposes, from ensuring campus safety to preparing students for future career opportunities. As educational institutions strive to create safe and secure learning environments, the role of comprehensive background screening has gained prominence. One of the primary reasons for conducting student background checks is to maintain campus safety. By screening applicants for criminal history, institutions can identify potential risks and make informed decisions about admissions. This is particularly crucial in light of past incidents where individuals with concerning backgrounds have caused [...]
The True Cost of a Bad Hire
The true cost of a bad hire extends far beyond the immediate financial impact, rippling through an organization in ways that can be difficult to quantify but profoundly damaging. When companies fail to properly screen potential employees, they open themselves up to a host of risks and expenses that can haunt them long after the problematic hire has left the organization. At first glance, the most obvious cost of a bad hire is financial. A prominent human resource trade organization estimates that the average cost per hire is over $4,000, but this figure can skyrocket for executive and/or specialized positions. This initial [...]
