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In the face of compressed margins, what avenues exist for multi-family providers to build revenue? The answer is found in taking full advantage of the benefits of lower vacancies and high demand by maximizing operational efficiency–and background screening can help! Below we outline best practices for three main routes to building stronger revenues. 1. Squeezing value out of lower vacancies 2. Taking technology to the next level 3. Maximizing revenue while protecting against risk

DEI Communities, based in Omaha, Nebraska, manages apartment communities throughout the central United States. With a healthy portfolio of more than 9,400 units, the company has always placed a high priority on pre-lease applicant screening, which includes a basic criminal background check, eviction check and credit check on all applicants. A few years ago, however, it learned a valuable lesson – that not all screening providers are created equal. After switching to a new provider– First Advantage Resident Screening–the company discovered some impressive benefits, including better data, more streamlined processes, greater reporting flexibility, reduced bad debt and higher efficiency overall.

In the face of compressed margins, what avenues exist for multi-family providers to build revenue? The answer is found in taking full advantage of the benefits of lower vacancies and high demand by maximizing operational efficiency–and background screening can help! Below we outline best practices for three main routes to building stronger revenues. 1. Squeezing value out of lower vacancies 2. Taking technology to the next level 3. Maximizing revenue while protecting against risk

DEI Communities, based in Omaha, Nebraska, manages apartment communities throughout the central United States. With a healthy portfolio of more than 9,400 units, the company has always placed a high priority on pre-lease applicant screening, which includes a basic criminal background check, eviction check and credit check on all applicants. A few years ago, however, it learned a valuable lesson – that not all screening providers are created equal. After switching to a new provider– First Advantage Resident Screening–the company discovered some impressive benefits, including better data, more streamlined processes, greater reporting flexibility, reduced bad debt and higher efficiency overall.

If you’re reading this ebook, you get it. Organizations like yours know that background screening is becoming a service without borders. You simply must screen the people who work for your organization, no matter where they’re from or where they work, or you risk the integrity and worldwide credibility of your company. Global screening can be very different from U.S. background screening. Availability of information, and the time and requirements to conduct the searches are different than what is standard in the U.S. That complexity is what drove the development of this eBook.

Understanding the sources, access and rules around the use of criminal record histories in employment-related background checks assists employers in their hiring process. This guide is a resource for any organization wanting concise information on key criminal records screening components and considerations.

Screening your company’s existing workforce can be a critical component in your overall security plan. But the process is far from simple—and is often intimidating. Learn from one company that has navigated the complexities, and consider their strategies to help you plan the process. Pre-employment background screening is now considered a standard practice in Corporate America. Very few companies, however, are crossing the threshold to conduct screens on their existing workforce. It’s a complex endeavor, and to be successful, companies need to walk a fine line between addressing legitimate business and security risks and not alienating employees along the way.

Post-Hire Background screening is becoming the norm. In this white paper, you'll learn how to take your post-hire background screening program to the next level.

Download to see how the PeopleMatter Platform helped Mad Greens.

Need to implement a pre-employment screening solution for your organization or want to evaluate your current program? Download this free whitepaper to receive a clear explanation of what you should consider to help mitigate risk.

Implementing a Global Employee Screening Program

HireRight Employment Screening Benchmarking Survey 2013 Edition.

Suggested preparation, implementation and legal considerations from Background Direct™ to fortify your background check and drug test programs.

Know who you are hiring with these important background check stats and tips from Background Direct™.

Learn the basics of how to create a comprehensive and compliant background screening program that can help your organization reduce risk and promote a safe work environment.

This White Paper will present some common sense suggestions for improving the “beginning of the lifecycle” risk mitigation process. In other words, ways to add a bit more intelligence beginning with the screening and hiring process. Then, we’ll look at how to tie the efforts made at the beginning of the lifecycle to the rest of the employee lifecycle, using a combination of process and tools to significantly improve security, and reduce the chances of an insider incident.

Gain insight into the future of employment background screening and how the industry will be changing. This whitepaper details the pitfalls of using Social Media, upcoming legislation and how to conduct a comprehensive background check.

What is your organization's stance when it comes to screening your workforce? This paper will show that extensive background screenings should become a mandatory practice and should include all members of the medical staff.

There are a number of reasons why shrewd staffing agencies run background checks on potential employees before inviting them in to their business and, in turn, into their customers’ businesses. Background screening may be required by law for certain placements and industries, or, the customer may require screening. In all instances, failure to properly screen employees can have serious business and financial consequences. This industry brief outlines the risks that can arise from bad hires and how careful background screening can help mitigate those risks.

Volunteer organizations are in the business of helping--never harming. It is important to ensure your ambassadors are worthy of your trust, for your reputation and the safety of your communities could be at stake. Background screening is a key component in protecting your organization and community members. This industry brief outlines the risks that can result by not screening volunteers.

Franchise owners have the benefit of brand recognition and a proven business model and plan. It is up to you, as a franchisee, to make your location successful and this success lies heavily on the staff you hire. Background screening may be required by law for certain franchise employees, depending upon the nature of the business. In all instances, failure to properly screen employees can have serious business and financial consequences. This industry brief outlines the risks that arise from bad hires and how careful background screening can help mitigate those risks.

Do no harm and help heal are some of the top responsibilities for health care providers. The first step in meeting these requirements is to make sure your employees are worthy of your trust and that of your patients. Background screening is required by law for health care providers in many instances. In all instances, failure to properly screen health care employees can have serious business and financial consequences. This industry brief outlines the risks that arise from bad hires and how careful background screening can help mitigate those risks.

A person’s home is their castle, and no one would willingly welcome in a dangerous criminal. If you offer in-home services, your customers trust you to send someone that is not a threat to their family or personal property. If you fail to do so, there can be serious business , financial and even legal consequences. This industry brief outlines the risks that arise from bad hires and how careful background screening can help mitigate those risks.

Employee screening is a critical capability for organizations today. No longer just a part of the hiring process, employee background checks, eligibility verification and even tax credit screening are increasingly part of the ongoing talent life cycle. Aberdeen Group’s latest survey on talent acquisition strategies looked at the practices of over 480 organizations for best practices used and results delivered through the use of employee screening tools and solutions.