Industry News

Acquisitions

December 01, 2022

Effective November 7, 2022, DISA Global Solutions has completed a transformative deal to acquire Global HR Research (GHRR), another industry-leading provider of employee screening services. This is DISA's 30th acquisition in the last five years, complementing our strong organic growth over the same period and accelerating our growth strategy. In addition to expanding our scope of services and balancing our product mix, this transaction also diversifies our end markets, particularly in healthcare. Additionally, GHRR has an extensive network of integrated Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and highly automated user-friendly applications that our combined customers will benefit from significantly.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

November 11, 2022

In the November 2022 elections, Maryland and Missouri voted to legalize recreational cannabis. Arkansas, North Dakota, and South Dakota voted to reject recreational cannabis legalization. Employers in Missouri should carefully review the ballot initiative to ensure they are compliant with changes by December 8, 2022.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

October 18, 2022

On September 19, 2022, Governor Newsom signed AB 2188 (the Bill) into effect, providing protections for off-duty cannabis use in the state of California.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

August 16, 2022

DISA Global Solutions conducts an Owner Survey quarterly to provide facility owners with specific industry insight so they can make more informed business decisions. We gathered feedback from diversified industrial owners within our consortium about their individual employee screening processes to better understand industry best practices and share them with other owners.

Background Check

June 29, 2022

Background checks help employers ensure a safe hire every time. DISA Global Solutions provides a comprehensive line of background check services, including a Financial Investigative Services (FIS) division that provides in-depth background investigations on individuals and companies that goes well beyond the traditional “background check”. Choosing and implementing the right screening process is imperative to maintain compliance and industry standards.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

May 26, 2022

On May 25, 2022, Rhode Island Governor Daniel McKee signed H 7593 and S 2430, known collectively as The Rhode Island Cannabis Act (The Act), effectively legalizing recreational cannabis in the state. The House and Senate had passed the bills less than 24-hours prior to Governor McKee’s signature.

Drug and Alcohol Testing

May 05, 2022

On a quarterly basis, DISA Global Solutions conducts an Owner Survey providing facility owners with specific industry insight so that they can make better, more informed decisions for their businesses. We gathered feedback from diversified industrial owners within our consortium about their individual employee screening processes to better understand industry best practices and share them with other owners.