Industry News

Background Check

December 07, 2023

Updated 12/1/2023 | In today's professional landscape, pre-employment background checks are a crucial component for many companies. These screenings ensure the integrity, qualifications, and history of prospective employees. While some companies may choose to handle these background checks in-house, a growing number of firms are opting for the expertise and efficiency of consumer reporting agencies (CRA). To aid your search in finding the ideal partner tailored to your organization's needs and budget, we've compiled a list of the leading background check service providers this year.

Transportation Compliance

November 13, 2023

Beginning January 1, 2024, access to the DOT’s drug and alcohol MIS (DAMIS) will transition to Login.gov. As part of the transition, Login.gov requires multifactor authentication, which removes the ability for TPAs to submit this content for customers. Submissions must now be completed by the DOT-regulated employers themselves.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

November 10, 2023

On November 7, 2023, Ohio voters passed Ohio Issue 2, Marijuana Legalization Initiative (Issue 2), legalizing recreational cannabis in the state. Issue 2 is a voter initiative, meaning that the legislature may still choose to adjust or, in rare cases, even repeal the initiative.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

November 09, 2023

The world of illicit drugs has seen a shift largely driven by the emergence of fentanyl. Allen Johnson, VP of Marketing, Psychemedics, recently presented a webinar for DISA covering the essential information about fentanyl followed by Q&A with attendees. Here are some of the most common questions Allen sees on the topic.

Background Check

November 06, 2023

DISA Global Solutions is excited to share a remarkable achievement with our clients and partners: the successful completion of the 3-year interim surveillance audit under the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA). This milestone is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence, compliance, and the highest professional standards in the background screening industry.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

November 03, 2023

The world of illicit drugs has seen a shift largely driven by the emergence of fentanyl. This blog will guide you through the myths and truths surrounding fentanyl and testing methods that will appropriately find fentanyl. Allen Johnson, VP of Marketing, Psychemedics, recently presented a webinar for DISA covering the essential and need-to-know information about fentanyl.  Here’s a summary of everything he discussed.

Background Check

November 01, 2023

In the fast-paced sector of talent acquisition, hiring managers and HR professionals are often caught in a race against time to secure the best candidates for their organizations. One of the pivotal yet unpredictable stages in this process is the execution of background checks, designed to safeguard the company by confirming the credibility and suitability of potential hires. Timelines in recruitment are notoriously tight and unpredictable, with every stage of the process demanding swift and decisive action. Understanding the duration of background checks, therefore, becomes imperative for these professionals to navigate through the hiring maze efficiently and effectively.