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What Is an SSN Trace? Everything You Need to Know About Social Security Number Background Checks

What Is an SSN Trace? Everything You Need to Know About Social Security Number Background Checks

by yardstik1dev | Feb 26, 2025 | Screening Products

If you’ve ever run a criminal background check, chances are you’ve run a Social Security Number (SSN) trace—whether you realized it or not. It’s the first thing most screening providers do once you hit “order.” And for good reason. Skipping an...
County, State, National & Federal Background Checks: Where they Differ

County, State, National & Federal Background Checks: Where they Differ

by yardstik1dev | Dec 10, 2024 | Screening Products

Background checks can feel complicated. County, state, national, federal—what do these have to do with screening? And why does it matter? If you’re not sure how these pieces fit together, don’t worry—we’re about to make it simple. By the end of this, you’ll know...
Ready to Rescreen Employees? Here’s the Why and How

Ready to Rescreen Employees? Here’s the Why and How

by yardstik1dev | Nov 12, 2024 | Screening Products

Over half of employers already rescreen their workers, and in some sectors—healthcare, transportation, childcare—it’s practically universal. But here’s the issue: rescreening feels like a logistical nightmare. Even companies that know they should rescreen often avoid...
Background Check Basics: A Quick and Easy Rundown

Background Check Basics: A Quick and Easy Rundown

by yardstik1dev | Jul 25, 2024 | Screening Products

Welcome to your go-to guide for all things background checks. We’re about to give you the lowdown in a way that’s easy to digest and (dare we say) fun. If you’re looking to learn more about the basics of background checks, you’re in the right place. You ready?...
Social Media Screening: A Deeper Dive Executed in Record Time

Social Media Screening: A Deeper Dive Executed in Record Time

by yardstik1dev | Jun 26, 2024 | Screening Products

You know when you meet someone new, get home, and immediately google them? You might even solicit your friend who’s an expert online detective to find their Instagram profile.  Don’t worry we’re all a little guilty of social media sleuthing. And it’s mostly...
Continuous Monitoring: 24/7 Compliance on Easy Mode

Continuous Monitoring: 24/7 Compliance on Easy Mode

by Yardstik | May 30, 2024 | Screening Products

Remember that brand-new car feeling? Pristine tires, no dents, and an unbelievably clean interior. But, as soon as you drive off the lot, the magic starts to fade.  A traditional background check is kind of like that. It’s a quick snapshot of...
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