Industry News

September 13, 2023

Seasonal Hiring Shortage
As we gradually approach the bustling 2023 holiday season, the retail industry finds itself preparing to tackle an array of unprecedented hiring obstacles. According to a recent survey conducted by Deloitte, a considerable segment of retailers are preparing for a potential crunch in available workforce. A notable trend identified is the anticipation of a pronounced shortage in warehouse personnel, a vital cog in the retail machine, especially in the times of heightened demand that the holiday season brings.

Background Check

September 08, 2023

The Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), a critical component of FCRA law,  imposes several obligations on users of consumer reports procured for employment purposes, such as the requirement to engage in what is known as the "adverse action process." Katie Robinson, Senior Corporate Counsel, Global H.R. Research, a DISA company, recently presented a webinar for DISA covering the FCRA compliance steps, navigating the nuances of FCRA laws, and the adverse action process, followed by an insightful Q&A with attendees. Here's what you need to know from the Q&A.

Background Check

August 31, 2023

Amidst the turmoil and adjustments of the COVID-19 pandemic, many employers have had to modify their usual procedures for verifying the employment eligibility of new hires. With temporary flexibilities in place for the remote examination of Form I-9 documents, changes were inevitable. As we find ourselves in 2023, there are crucial updates and changes in these policies that employers need to be aware of.

Company Announcements

August 30, 2023

We're excited to announce that we're just 5 months away from our annual Day with DISA event for 2024. If last year's event is anything to go by, you won't want to miss what we have in store for you next year. Keep an eye out for details and registration information to drop this October!

Background Check

August 25, 2023

The Federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) imposes several obligations on users of consumer reports that are procured for employment purposes, such as the requirement to engage in what is known as the “adverse action process.” Katie Robinson, Senior Corporate Counsel, Global HR Research, a DISA company, recently presented a webinar for DISA covering the FCRA compliance steps and the adverse action process.

Occupational Health

August 24, 2023

Across all industries, organizations face the responsibility of ensuring the safety and well-being of their employees. Leveraging an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) is a crucial part of an organization's risk management strategy. This comprehensive approach to workplace safety provides a structured method for preventing occupational injuries and illnesses.

Company Announcements

August 16, 2023

DISA’s done it again! We’re excited to announce that for the second year in a row, we’ve been awarded the Top Workplaces in Houston by the Houston Chronicle. This award is based solely on employee feedback from surveys and is a direct result from eligible participants at our company. Additionally, the award is given to companies whose employee responses revealed a higher level of employee engagement when compared with similarly sized companies in the region.