Industry News & Trends

DISA’s insights, tips, and trends cover various topics from human capital management to compliance updates for background screening, drug & alcohol testing, and more. These articles are written by DISA experts and partners worldwide. We highlight the issues and topics that have an impact on the hiring process.

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SAMHSA UPDATES MANDATORY URINE AND ORAL FLUID GUIDELINES

Learn about SAMHSA’s 2023 updates to federal urine and oral fluid drug testing guidelines and how they impact workplace compliance.

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Texas Recognizes October 2023 as Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month

October 2023 is Texas' Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month. Discover the dangers of fentanyl, its impact on workplaces, and how employers can protect their teams

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California Fair Chance Act Compliance Update

As of October 1, 2023, significant changes to California's Fair Chance Act (FCA) compliance have taken effect, impacting both employers and job applicants. This act is designed to provide individuals with criminal histories a fair chance of employment. Morgan Reynolds, VP of Risk and Legal Council, DISA Global Solutions, presented a webinar to discuss the new compliance update. Here's a closer look at what he discussed and what you need to know about California FCA compliance changes.

Are You Conducting the Right Pre-Hire Checks?

In today's competitive hiring landscape, ensuring that you onboard the right talent is more important than ever. Background checks are an essential tool in this process, but it's crucial to strike the right balance. Overdo it, and you risk wasting resources; underdo it, and you might overlook potential risks. So, how do you determine if you are conducting the right amount and type of checks for your pre-hires?

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Social Media Background Checks 101: What You Need To Know

Learn how to conduct compliant social media background checks, including key legal considerations and candidate screening best practices.

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Texas Rolls Back Fair Chance Hiring: Implications for Austin and Beyond

Texas overrides Austin’s Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance. Learn how this change affects employer hiring practices and compliance requirements.

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Harnessing Talent in Healthcare: 2023 U.S. Acquisition Trends Unveiled

Explore how healthcare background checks are revolutionizing talent acquisition in 2023. Ensure safety and quality in healthcare recruitment with DISA's expertise.

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Spotted Lanternfly Trucking Updates for 2023

Stay updated on 2023 Spotted Lanternfly regulations and how they impact trucking, logistics, and transportation compliance across 14 states.

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Holiday Retail Hiring: Top HR Tips to Speed Up Recruitment

Maximize your holiday retail hiring success with expert HR strategies. Discover top tips for speeding up recruitment and securing talent for the festive season.

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Understanding FCRA Law: Your Top Questions Answered

Get answers to common FCRA questions and learn how to stay compliant with background checks, disclosures, and hiring regulations.

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New I-9/E-Verify Updates and Policies for September 2023

New I-9 and E-Verify rules affect remote document checks. Learn how to stay compliant with DHS and ICE updates.

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Save the Dates - Day with DISA 2024

Join DISA’s premier employee screening and compliance event January 22-25, 2024, featuring keynote speakers, virtual sessions, and networking.