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The Importance of Company Compliance in Today’s Business Landscape

The Importance of Company Compliance in Today’s Business Landscape

Sep 9, 2025 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations

In the high-paced world of business today, compliance by companies has evolved from a mere statutory obligation — it is an important aspect of long-term success and sustenance. Compliance does exactly that: it helps a business stay within the confines of local and...

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Important Considerations for Terminating Workers in Florida

Important Considerations for Terminating Workers in Florida

Jun 6, 2025 | Compliance & Regulations, Employer Responsibilities

Letting an employee go is never easy, especially in Florida. Even though it’s an at-will employment state, employers still need to consider legal, practical, and ethical aspects. This article highlights the key things to remember when making such a decision. At-Will...

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Edge Information Management Celebrates 30 Years of Employment Screening Excellence

Edge Information Management Celebrates 30 Years of Employment Screening Excellence

Jun 29, 2021 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations

Edge Information Management was founded in 1991 after two families came together to form an information business with a mission to provide valuable screening services like background checks, credit reports, and criminal history.  At that time, businesses, most...

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Workplace Drug Testing: Why Should You Do It?

Workplace Drug Testing: Why Should You Do It?

Jun 1, 2021 | Compliance & Regulations, Drug Testing & Workplace Safety

There are many methods by which employers could conduct workplace drug testing. One of such is the easiest method which is through a drug testing kit.

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Why Employers Should Have a Background Check Policy

Why Employers Should Have a Background Check Policy

May 5, 2021 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations, Employer Responsibilities

A background check policy will provide clarity to both employers and employees when dealing with the legalities that surround background screening.

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Common Reasons Why Job Candidates Fail a Background Check

Common Reasons Why Job Candidates Fail a Background Check

Mar 24, 2021 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations, Employer Responsibilities

Background check solutions are usually required in the latter part of the hiring process, that is, after the applicant has passed all the interviews and written examinations given by the HR personnel. However, a failed background check could jeopardize the employment...

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3 Important Background Check Tips To Help You Hire During COVID-19 Pandemic

3 Important Background Check Tips To Help You Hire During COVID-19 Pandemic

May 29, 2020 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations, Employer Responsibilities

There’s an apparent, significant change in talent acquisition and retention because of the coronavirus outbreak.  With these changes, background screening is the one aspect that’s heavily affected.  That being said, hiring is still possible during this crisis.  Here...

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Does Random Drug Testing Program Provide Value?

Does Random Drug Testing Program Provide Value?

Sep 6, 2019 | Compliance & Regulations, Drug Testing & Workplace Safety

According to Survey, by the Substance abuse and Mental health Administration, the number of drug users are rising by the millions and it may continue to rise as time goes on. This is where the importance of drug testing comes in.  Every company that requires drug...

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Safety and Security in Conducting Background Checks

Safety and Security in Conducting Background Checks

May 15, 2018 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations, Employer Responsibilities, HR Best Practices

Safety and security is very important businesses. Our workplaces are almost like our homes. As much as possible it is important that there should be respect for one another from among our colleagues. As much as some of us are working in private offices. Women, and...

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6 Ways Employers Conduct Pre Screening for a Job

6 Ways Employers Conduct Pre Screening for a Job

Apr 11, 2018 | Background Check, Compliance & Regulations, Employer Responsibilities

It goes without saying that employers need to pay attention to details when it comes to their applicants. As much as a candidate prepares and gets to know the company they’re applying at, employer’s need to learn as much as they can about prospective employees, and...

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