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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2026 DOT Compliance Updates: What Motor Carriers Need to Know
Learn the key 2026 DOT compliance updates for motor carriers, including drug testing changes, Clearinghouse enforcement, medical certification rules, and FMCSA reforms.
Why Employers Should Continue Testing for Marijuana: The Safety Case Amid Legalization
Marijuana legalization hasn’t eliminated impairment risks. Learn why employers—especially in safety-sensitive roles—should continue marijuana testing.
AI in HR: Transforming Background Screening & Compliance [UPDATED 2026]
Learn how AI is reshaping HR background screening in 2026, from bias risks and hallucinations to new state laws, EEOC guidance, and compliance best practices.
Here’s What DOT-Regulated Employers Must Do About Marijuana’s Reclassification to Schedule III
Learn what DOT-regulated employers must do now that marijuana is being rescheduled to Schedule III — including drug testing rules, policy impacts, and compliance steps.
Why Drug Testing Standards Should Be Equal for Seasonal and Permanent Employees
Seasonal workers pose the same safety and legal risks as permanent staff. Learn why equal drug-testing standards protect your workplace and reduce liability.
Philadelphia Expands "Ban the Box" Protections: Key Amendments Taking Effect January 6, 2026
Key 2026 updates to Philadelphia’s Ban the Box law: stricter limits, new adverse action rules, and expanded worker protections. Learn how employers can stay compliant.
Workplace Mental Health Programs: Top 10 Tips to Build a Culture of Wellbeing
Learn 10 evidence-based strategies to improve workplace mental health, boost engagement, and build a culture of wellbeing across your organization.
DISA Global Solutions and OneSource Virtual Announce Strategic Partnership to Simplify Workforce Compliance and HR Operations
DISA and OneSource Virtual announce a new Workday-based partnership that streamlines HR, payroll, and compliance operations for safer, more efficient workforces.
From Annual Reviews to Continuous Feedback: Modernizing Performance Management
Discover how continuous feedback replaces outdated annual reviews, boosting employee engagement, retention, and performance through real-time coaching.
The Drive Toward Pay Transparency: A Look at US Legislation [UPDATED 2025]
Explore the latest U.S. pay transparency laws — 2025 updates on salary-range disclosure, HR compliance, and what employers need to know for job postings and equity.
Gratitude in the Workplace: How Employee Recognition Builds a Compliance Culture
As far as compliance and safety is concerned, employees who feel appreciated generally engage more with compliance protocols, report concerns more thoroughly, complete mandatory training more promptly, and actually embrace security practices as part of their daily responsibilities.