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 Check Adjudication: Definition, Guide, and Best Practices
Adjudication: fancy word, real headache. This guide breaks it down—what it is, why it matters, and how to nail it without stepping on legal landmines. Employers loved this one because it cuts through the chaos with practical steps and real-world advice—no fluff, just what you need to make smart decisions.
2. A Background Screening Dashboard Built for Strategic Decision-Making
This post introduced our groundbreaking data and analytics dashboard—the one that made hiring metrics actually useful. With tools that let employers measure what matters (think: cost-per-hire, conversion rates, and more), it set a new bar for the industry.
3. Sequential Screening: A Secret Legacy Vendors Won’t Reveal
Traditional screening vendors have been secretly squeezing you dry with unnecessary checks, but Sequential Screening flips the script. This post struck a chord because it exposes the industry’s dirty little secret and offers a smarter, more efficient way to screen candidates. By customizing the screening process to halt when a candidate doesn’t meet your specific criteria, you save time and money.
4. How Background Check Companies Sneak in Hidden Fees (And How to Spot Them)
This pulls back the curtain on one of the industry’s oldest tricks: secretly nickel-and-diming you to death. This blog resonated because it doesn’t just highlight the problem; it teaches you how to identify and dodge these bogus charges. People loved it for one reason: no one likes getting ripped off, and now you don’t have to be.
5. Identity Verification: The Best Defense Against Modern Fraud
Fraud’s getting smarter, but so are the tools to fight it. This post took off because it showed how identity verification can be your strongest shield against today’s trickiest scams. Employers loved it for cutting through the fluff and getting real about how to protect their businesses without slowing down hiring.
6. Preparing to Run Background Checks: Complete Checklist for Employers
Getting ready to run background checks shouldn’t feel like assembling IKEA furniture without the instructions. This post gave employers a no-nonsense checklist to make sure they’re prepared—no guesswork, no missing pieces. It stood out because it turned a usually chaotic process into something, dare we say, manageable.
7. Continuous Monitoring: 24/7 Compliance on Easy Mode
Background checks aren’t a set-it-and-forget-it deal anymore. This post hit hard by showing how continuous monitoring can help employers catch compliance risks as they happen—no surprises months down the road. It resonated because it’s practical, proactive, and a lot less stressful than playing catch-up.
8. What are Ban-the-Box Laws? Definition & What They Mean for Employers
Ban-the-Box laws can feel like a maze of rules, but this post made them simple. It broke down what these laws mean for hiring practices and why they’re crucial for creating fair opportunities. Readers loved it for cutting through the noise and giving straight answers on how to stay compliant without overcomplicating the process.
9. 5 Best Quotes from Our Marketplace Risk Management Conference Panel
Our Marketplace Risk Management Conference panel wasn’t just a talk—it was a mic drop. This post served up the best quotes from industry leaders who aren’t afraid to challenge the norm. Employers loved it because it was packed with ideas they could actually take back to their teams and use.
10. Background Check Basics: A Quick and Easy Rundown
Background checks can feel like a whirlwind of terms and steps, but this post kept it simple. It gave readers a quick, no-fuss rundown of everything they need to know without drowning them in details. The reason it was such a hit? It’s exactly what employers needed—a clear, approachable starting point for tackling hiring with confidence.
And there you have it!
These were blog posts that stole the show in 2024. Each one tackled real challenges, shared practical advice, and maybe even ruffled a few industry feathers (in the best way).
Here’s to more smart reads and big wins in 2025—see you there!