Prioritizing speed over thorough background checks could result in costly employee turnover. For manufacturing companies, investing in verifications early in the hiring process can often lead to better hiring decisions and can help reduce expenses associated with poor hires.
A New York-based startup was accumulating high court fees and experiencing significant delays waiting for court results when completing candidate background checks. Utilizing Smart Screen from Equifax, 3rd Degree Screening was able to help the client receive faster background check results within hours.
Prioritizing speed over thorough background checks could result in costly employee turnover. For retail employers, investing in verifications early in the hiring process can often lead to better hiring decisions and can help reduce expenses associated with poor hires.
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Smart Screen™ - Talent Check helps accelerate the criminal background screening function with a first step solution that delivers a 'no incarceration records found' result in seconds for candidates who have no associated records in the network.
A Ohio-based manufacturing organization had significant hiring delays due to their previous vendor's slow background checks caused by local court system issues. They switched to 3rd Degree Screening and used Smart Screen™ from Equifax. Smart Screen™, leveraging proprietary incarceration data, delivered criminal background check results near-instantly, often in minutes or hours, which dramatically sped up their time-to-hire, secured top talent faster, and maintained efficient operations.
In the complex landscape of background screening, staying up-to-date on the latest regulations and industry trends can be a challenge. The expert-led sessions of 2024's Screener's Palooza explored some of the most critical challenges and opportunities facing background screening professionals today.
Download this cheat sheet of 9 key takeaways and actionable insights from the event to help you navigate the evolving landscape of background screening in 2025 and beyond.
Prioritizing speed over thorough background checks could result in costly employee turnover. Investing in verifications early in the hiring process can often lead to better hiring decisions and can help reduce expenses associated with poor hires.
The new H.R. 1 legislation is reshaping how state social services agencies manage their programs. Starting in FY 2027, the federal government's share of SNAP administrative costs drops from 50% to 25%, shifting significant costs to states. Additionally, beginning in 2028, states will face new requirements to contribute to SNAP benefit costs based on their prior Payment Error Rates. This presents a critical financial risk, but also an opportunity to proactively prepare.
Listen to our industry professionals for a focused discussion on the potential implications of H.R. 1 legislation on your SNAP program. They discuss how ongoing eligibility determinations can help you better address new mandates around error rates, reporting requirements, and work to reduce future expenses.
Social Service agencies that administer Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) themselves shoulder an immense burden. They face the constant pressure of managing massive caseloads while trying to serve their community with diligence and compassion. They are also on the front lines of change.
In the complex landscape of background screening, staying up-to-date on the latest regulations and industry trends can be a challenge. Check out Screener’s Palooza, our educational event that offered an opportunity to deepen your knowledge base, refine your background screening processes, and help address pressing concerns such as DOB redaction.
This Session -The Power of Education Verifications in Hiring
Learn why verifying education credentials is crucial for informed hiring decisions and helping mitigate hiring risks.