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Learn the latest trends in employment background checks. This report uses real-life usage data to uncover how employers are screening across industries.
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Verified Credentials Apr 13, 2017 12:00:00 AM
There are only so many hours in a workday. When you spend so much time managing and reviewing background checks, it can seem like it’s taking over your hiring process. But it doesn’t have to be that hard. We see a number of companies doing background screening a faster, more productive way. Take a look at what some companies are doing to get on the road to hire after a quick screening pit stop:
Nothing slows down a background check like a good game of phone tag. Background screening firms need complete and reliable candidate information BEFORE they conduct background checks. Employers that take the time to gather the following candidate information upfront experience less disruptions and prevent the need to track down candidate information later:
Supplying complete candidate information upfront is a simple, yet potent way to invest in a smooth and efficient background screening process.
Many companies opt for a background check provider that allows candidates to submit their information for the background check directly to the screening company. These solutions let candidates self-enter their information and electronically sign disclosure and authorization forms online. By using a candidate self-service solution, companies can save costly staff work time, reduce data entry errors, and speed up the background screening process. In fact, we’ve seen companies that use these solutions save thousands of staff work hours and tens of thousands of dollars a year. What would you do with that spare time (and money)? A lot of things. By giving the candidate some control, hiring managers can free up their calendar to focus on other important tasks. It’s another easy thing companies can do to simplify the background screening process.
Sorting through and reviewing background report results can be a costly and time-consuming task, but it doesn’t have to be. Some companies use color-coding services, like Verified Clear View, to simplify their report review process. In general, these services compare background check results against an employer’s guidelines to determine those that meet their standards and those that need further review and/or follow up action. Candidates that meet the employer’s requirements can be fast-tracked though the hiring process, allowing the company to focus on the candidates that need further attention. Color-coding services can also help companies maintain a consistent background report review process and promote compliance with the company’s own employment screening policy.
Why do more work when it’s already been done for you? That’s the case for companies that use an applicant tracking system (ATS) to manage talent acquisition. Rather than duplicate the data entry of candidate information in multiple systems, they can electronically transfer the information to their background screening company automatically. On top of removing a redundant process, those companies can keep all of their candidate information in one place. Best part, it can sometimes be even quicker to get started for established integrations.
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