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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Day with DISA 2019 – An Employee Screening Conference for Safety-Sensitive Companies

Discover highlights from Day with DISA 2019, an employee screening conference focused on compliance, safety, and workforce risk management.

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HR 101: Creating and Implementing A Corporate Drug Testing Program

Learn how to develop and implement a corporate drug testing program that enhances workplace safety, ensures compliance, and supports a drug-free environment.

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How the Commercial Driver’s License Information System (CDLIS) Helps Your CDL Onboarding Process

Learn how the CDLIS helps streamline CDL driver onboarding, improve hiring accuracy, and ensure DOT compliance for motor carriers.

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Safety-Sensitive Carve-Outs by State

Learn how safety-sensitive carve-outs in state marijuana laws help employers maintain workplace safety. Discover which states allow testing exemptions for safety-critical roles.

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DISA acquires Motion Picture Compliance Solutions (MPCS)

DISA Global Solutions (DISA) has completed another strategic acquisition in our Transportation Compliance Division. On April 1, 2019, DISA acquired Motion Picture Compliance Solutions, Inc. (MPCS), a national transportation compliance organization whose team of experts developed a comprehensive, accessible, and dynamically flexible compliance platform with special focus on the motion picture, commercial and digital media industries.

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HR 101: So, you Need to Run A Background Check, Where Do you Begin?

Learn how to start a background check process, key screening components, and compliance tips to make informed hiring decisions with confidence.

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FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

Learn how to navigate FMCSA Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse requirements to improve workplace safety and meet DOT compliance standards.

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DISA Leaps into the Future with AI/Machine Learning Technology

DISA leverages AI and machine learning to enhance background screening, improve hiring efficiency, and streamline workforce compliance.

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HR 101: Your Drug Testing Program is Being Audited, What Now?

Learn how to audit your workplace drug testing program to ensure regulatory compliance, reduce risk, and improve safety.

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DISA Acquires Two Companies to Start 2019!

DISA continues to pursue new opportunities to expand its reach, add industry-leading subject matter experts, and expand our scope of services for our customers. We’re pleased to announce that after acquiring ten companies in 2018, DISA Global Solutions has started off 2019 with two more acquisitions: The Transportation Advisor and EGS Financial Investigative Services (FIS).

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What the New Canadian Fuel Charge Means for Trucking Companies

Learn how Canada’s new fuel charge affects trucking companies and what compliance steps are required under the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act.

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HR 101: Employee Screening Checklist for Safety-Sensitive Industries

Ensure compliance and workplace safety with a thorough employee screening checklist for safety-sensitive positions. Learn key steps for background checks, drug testing, and medical exams.