by yardstik1dev | Jan 8, 2025 | Industry Insights
The background screening industry has a dirty little secret: most companies are paying for screens they don’t need, by no fault of their own. And we’re not talking pennies here—these “extras” are bleeding businesses like yours out of thousands of dollars. Sorry,...
by yardstik1dev | Dec 13, 2024 | Industry Insights
You clicked, you scrolled, you shared—and these ten posts won the popularity contest. From breaking down jargon to exposing industry nonsense, these reads turned complicated into crystal clear. Here are our top 10 blog posts of 2024, decided by you. 1. Background...
by yardstik1dev | Nov 25, 2024 | Industry Insights
The word compliance alone might make your eyes glaze over, but hear us out. We’ll make it simple, practical, and worth your time. Let’s dive into what compliance is, why it matters, and how to easily get it right. Put simply, compliance is the process of staying in...
by yardstik1dev | Oct 24, 2024 | Industry Insights
Written by Amy Leff This guide is for the people running high-volume hiring who’ve seen fraud slip through the cracks and know they can’t just cross their fingers and hope it stops. Fraud is a constant (and often complicated) threat, but with the right data management...
by yardstik1dev | Sep 23, 2024 | Industry Insights
Over 80% of people in the U.S. are now living under Ban-the-Box laws. If you’re in charge of hiring, this isn’t just some legal trivia—it’s your new reality. These laws are changing the rules on how, when, and if employers can consider criminal history during the...
by yardstik1dev | Sep 12, 2024 | Industry Insights
Background checks should be simple, right? You run the report, pay the fee, and get the results. But some background check companies have a different playbook. Instead of putting you first, they’re finding creative ways to pad their profits—hello, hidden fees and...
