Pre-employment, post-offer screening is considered a best practice. It can help employers determine the best candidates, better ensure the candidate meets minimum standards, and can help mitigate future risk. The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) reported that one study conducted by CareerBuilder found 54% of small businesses had noted a lie on an applicant’s resume. While background checks can help in highlighting issues from a candidate’s past, they don’t necessarily provide insight into future and ongoing threats. Here’s what business leaders should consider when incorporating background screening into their human capital management.

Consider Implementing Hiring Checks for Candidates

Many companies are already conducting pre-employment, post-offer background screening of candidates. A focus on reducing potential liability and improving the quality of your hiring starts with a commitment to pre-hiring screening. Solutions may include:

• Checking references and verifying the accuracy of resumes;

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Employment Background Checks May Sharpen Your Recruitment Efforts