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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DISA Global Solutions Accelerates Global Expansion with Acquisition of SIGNUM Consulting

​In August 2023, DISA Global Solutions acquired SIGNUM Consulting, expanding its pre-employment screening and compliance services to over 145 countries, marking its first international acquisition and fourth overall in the past year.

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Defining Customer Due Diligence (CDD)

Learn what Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is, why it matters, and how businesses can ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

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What’s the Difference Between Limited and Full Clearinghouse Queries?

Understand the key differences between limited and full FMCSA Clearinghouse queries and how they affect employer compliance.

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Deep Dive into DISA’s Background Screening Services: An In-Depth Overview and Industry Insight

Explore DISA’s background screening services, industry insights, and best practices to enhance hiring compliance and workplace safety.

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Clearinghouse Account Inactivity Results in Deletion After 90-Days

Stay compliant with FMCSA Clearinghouse rules by logging in every 90 days to prevent account deletion. Learn key steps to maintain your account and avoid disruptions in driver compliance checks.

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Updates to FMCSA CSA/SMS and Crash Preventability Program

Learn everything employers need to know about the proposed changes to the CSA/SMS methodology regarding crash preventability.

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DHS Ends Form I-9 Requirement Flexibilities July 31st

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced that the COVID-19 temporary flexibilities for Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification will end on July 31, 2023, returning to the standard in-person physical document inspections. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced that employers must complete these in-person inspections for all employees whose documents were inspected remotely during the period of temporary flexibilities by August 30, 2023.

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Navigating DOT/FMCSA Background Checks: A Guide for Employers

Who is Required to Run DOT Background Checks? Understanding DOT requirements, scanning the motor vehicle record, verifying past employment & more

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Cannabis is Legal in Maryland Starting July

On July 1, 2023, adults in Maryland will be able to legally possess up to 1.5 ounces of cannabis and cultivate up to two plants.

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Understanding Federal Laws for Background Checks in Healthcare: A Guide for Employers and HR Professionals

Learn key federal background check laws for healthcare and how HR teams can ensure compliance in hiring and onboarding processes.

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Minnesota Legalizes Recreational Cannabis

In Minnesota, Adults 21 and older are permitted to use and possess up to two ounces of cannabis in public beginning August 1, 2023.

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DISA Top TPA in 2023 Drug Testing Industry Survey

DISA earns the top TPA ranking for excellence in workforce screening, drug testing, and compliance solutions for safer hiring practices.