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Reduce Turnaround Time and Costs By Using Instant Oral Fluid Testing
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May 16 2024

Reduce Turnaround Time and Costs By Using Instant Oral Fluid Testing

Some companies are starting to incorporate Instant Oral Fluid testing into their drug screening...

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Mar 25 2024

In the Weeds: Navigating Marijuana in the Workplace

Effectively navigating the marijuana landscape is not an easy proposition for anyone, especially...

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4 min read
Mar 21 2024

The Top 5 Risks in Overlooking Background Checks

From small startups to multinational corporations, every organization faces inherent risks when...

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Feb 12 2024

2024 Hiring Trends

Dive into curated insights from diverse sources to get a comprehensive view of hiring trends. We’re...

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2024 Background Checks in Quick-Service Restaurant Industry
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Feb 5 2024

2024 Background Check Legislation: 5 Trends to Watch in the Quick-Service Restaurant Industry

Restaurant employers must adapt to rapidly changing background screening laws and regulations in...

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North American Gaming Company Chooses Orange Tree to Integrate with iCIMS
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Jan 22 2024

North American Entertainment Company Chooses Orange Tree to Integrate with iCIMS

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A North American gaming and entertainment company with more than 25 facilities across...

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social media background checks
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Dec 6 2023

Social Media Background Checks: A Balancing Act for Employers

In today’s technologically driven world, it’s no secret that most job applicants use social media...

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Background Checks 101
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Nov 20 2023

The Background on Background Checks: What Employers Need to Know

Hiring an employee is one of the biggest decisions employers make. And hiring the right...

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Oct 20 2023

Healthcare Background Checks and Compliance

Healthcare organizations need to navigate a complex web of federal and state regulations. This...

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“The biggest benefit of working with Orange Tree has been the customer service.”
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Oct 10 2023

Shift4 Case Study

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Shift4 is a payment processing company that connects vendors, banks, and customers. The...

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Sep 5 2023

Get the Guide: Background Checks for Staffing Companies

As businesses grow more competitive and the average job becomes more complex, people will...

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Networks Connect partners with Orange Tree Employment Screening
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Aug 23 2023

Networks Connect Case Study

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Networks Connect is a healthcare and professional staffing firm that specializes in...

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Background Checks and Compliance: How to Navigate for Senior Living
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Aug 11 2023

Background Checks and Compliance: How to Navigate for Senior Living

Imagine a world where the personal information of your residents lies in the hands of people with...

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Negligent Hiring Lawsuits: 13 Ways to Protect Your Company | Orange Tree
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Jul 28 2023

Negligent Hiring Lawsuits: 13 Ways to Protect Your Company

Negligent lawsuits are an ongoing concern to employers as they face continued scrutiny of their...

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Anne Arundel Dermatology partners with Orange Tree Employment Screening
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Jul 15 2023

Anne Arundel Dermatology

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Anne Arundel Dermatology is one of the largest and most established dermatology...

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Jul 6 2023

Minnesota Marijuana Legalization: What Employers Need to Know

The Minnesota legislature recently passed – and the governor has signed – a law legalizing adult...

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10 Hiring and Recruiting Trends for 2023
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Jun 22 2023

10 Noteworthy Hiring and Recruiting Trends

Employers have faced a recruiting and hiring whirlwind over the past few years, including labor...

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Top 5 Most Asked Questions About Background Checks
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Jun 7 2023

Top 5 Most Asked Questions About Background Checks

In today's fast-paced business environment, solving the background check puzzle is crucial for...

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How to Avoid Common Mistakes to Optimize Your Drug Testing Policy | Orange Tree Screening
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May 16 2023

How to Avoid Common Mistakes to Optimize Your Drug Testing Policy

Overall drug use and alcohol use in the United States is on the rise. According to the National...

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Solving the Hiring Puzzle: Strategies for Overcoming Current HR Challenges
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May 4 2023

Solving the Hiring Puzzle: Strategies for Overcoming HR Challenges

The labor market has evolved significantly in recent years, posing new challenges for companies and...

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7 min read
Jan 26 2023

Impact of New Drug Testing Laws in 2023

This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for...

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5 min read
Dec 21 2022

How Does Drug Testing Enhance Workplace Health and Safety?

Many employers rely on pre-employment drug testing as part of their hiring process. Many...

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4 min read
Dec 13 2022

Why Continuous Monitoring Is Essential in Background Screening

While background checks are vital in the hiring process, they only tell you about a candidate’s...

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4 min read
Dec 2 2022

In a Holiday Hiring Crunch? Try Self-Service Background Checks

With the holidays just around the corner, many employers are looking to fill seasonal positions as...

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Nov 23 2022

Is Now the Time to Evaluate Your Background Screening Program?

As another year wraps up, companies are busy finalizing fourth-quarter initiatives and planning for...

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4 min read
Oct 18 2022

The Impact of State Marijuana Laws on Employment

As more and more states relax their marijuana laws, a growing number of employers have begun to...

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3 min read
Oct 11 2022

The Future of Drug Testing Is Now

Workplace drug testing has been around for decades, and the primary focus on safety in the...

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Background checks for organizations in all industries
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Sep 7 2022

What's In a Background Check & Which Type is Best for Your Business?

In addition to being fast and accurate, a good background check will be customized to meet the...

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8 min read
Aug 17 2022

Is Removing Marijuana From Your Drug Testing Panel a New Trend?

This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for...

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Oral Fluid Testing
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Jun 1 2022

Is Oral Fluid Testing Right for You?

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Revamp Your Background Check Process To Help Fight Labor Shortages
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Apr 22 2022

Revamp Your Background Check Process To Help Fight Labor Shortages

The current state of the labor market has businesses scrambling to fill open positions. One...

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Mar 2 2022

New California Bill Would Permit Access to Court Record Searches for DOB and Driver's License Number

On February 17, 2022, California Senator Steven Bradford (D-35th District) introduced Senate Bill...

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Feb 16 2022

Bill Introduced in Congress to Streamline the Process in which Drivers Apply for CDLs

A shortage of 80,000 commercial drivers in the United States has led to the introduction of a bill...

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Drug Testing in 2022: What to Look for in the New Year
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Jan 27 2022

Drug Testing in 2022

It’s safe to say that 2021 will be remembered for a lot of things we had hoped were behind us—a...

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Nov 17 2021

Florida Legislators Fight To Pass New Law In Wake Of Tragedy

On November 12, 2021, Florida lawmakers filed "Miya's Law." State Rep. Robin Bartleman introduced...

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How To Speed Up Your Education and Employment Verification Process
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Nov 11 2021

How To Speed Up Your Education and Employment Verification Process

The labor market is very competitive; recruiters are fighting to get their positions filled—a...

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Nov 3 2021

California DFEH Using Technology To Identify Fair Chance Act Violators

On October 20, 2021, The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) announced in a

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Oct 27 2021

New Restrictions For Accessing Candidates DOB In Michigan

The State Court Administrative Office of Michigan introduced a new rule in an effort to reduce...

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Oct 27 2021

New options for Marijuana Testing in the Workplace

The State Court Administrative Office of Michigan introduced a new rule in an effort to reduce...

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Resign
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Oct 13 2021

15% Of Employees Plan To Quit Their Job By December

Recruiters continue to face challenges throughout 2021, and may face another significant blow...

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Sep 29 2021

New Drug Testing Laws in 2021 Employers Should Know About

No two legal marijuana state laws are alike. Some may reflect components of others, but each...

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Here's how to provide a great candidate experience during your hiring process
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Sep 16 2021

How to provide a great candidate experience during your hiring process

Would you agree that hiring new people for your company is nothing like it was a decade ago? Of...

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Aug 25 2021

Important new hiring compliance laws employers need to know

36 states have laws for public employers, 15 states regulate private employers (California,...

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Aug 18 2021

7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Background Screening Company

If you’ve been looking for a background screening provider, you’ve probably noticed it’s a crowded...

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Employer's guide to pre-employment drug testing
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Jul 29 2021

Employer's guide to pre-employment drug testing

The creation and maintenance of a compliant drug and alcohol testing policy are essential for...

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How staffing agencies benefit from background checks
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3 min read
Jul 1 2021

How Staffing Agencies Benefit from Background Checks

With more than 9 million job openings, recruiters and staffing agencies are working harder than...

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what you need to know about consumer credit report
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Jun 24 2021

What is a consumer credit report?

A Consumer Credit Report is an "Employment" credit report that provides information about a...

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Benefits of integrating your ATS with your background checks streamlines your workflow and reduces your time to hire.
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Jun 17 2021

Benefits of an ATS Integration with Your Background Checks

In today's talent market, speed is more important than ever. You can save time when you use just...

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3 Ways Technology Will Help You Save Time and Convert More Candidates
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4 min read
May 19 2021

3 Ways Technology Will Help You Save Time and Convert More Candidates

Are you frustrated with the time it takes to make a hire at your company? It's hard enough to find...

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4 min read
May 5 2021

Recent State drug laws impacting the workplace including marijuana

Through all of the confusion that employers have been facing this year, drug testing while staying...

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Apr 21 2021

The new employment laws employers need to be aware of

Continuing the trend of changes in employment law, state legislatures passed new laws in Illinois,...

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Apr 14 2021

What is Random Drug Testing?

Of the many types of workplace drug testing that one can perform, one of the most prevalent is...

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Mar 31 2021

FMCSA Clearinghouse: Answers to frequently asked questions

The FMCSA Clearinghouse is an online database that contains information about violations of Federal...

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3 Ways to use technology to improve background check turnaround time
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Mar 24 2021

3 Ways to Use Technology to Improve Background Check Turnaround Time

Your goal as the recruiter is to find and hire the most qualified candidate for your open position....

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What is the difference between a county and statewide criminal search?
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Feb 3 2021

What is the difference between a county and statewide criminal search?

County Criminal Background CheckWhat is The Scope of The SearchHow is The County Criminal...

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Jan 27 2021

New Jersey’s New Adult-Use Marijuana Law and the Workplace

Drug testing and marijuana in the workplace is a complicated topic that continues to get more...

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An Adverse Action Guide for Employers
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Jan 20 2021

An Adverse Action Guide for Employers

If your organization uses background checks to qualify candidates for employment, chances are you...

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How long does a background check take?
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Dec 30 2020

How long does a background check for employment take?

The turnaround time for background checks varies depending on the type of search, the scope (amount...

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Dec 23 2020

Changing Marijuana laws: what employers need to know

Continuing the trend in recent years of marijuana legalization, the November 2020 elections...

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Why continuous background screening is important in Healthcare
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Dec 9 2020

Why continuous background screening is important in Healthcare

Background checks help businesses mitigate risk to create a safer workplace and protect it from...

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3 Ways Technology Can Enhance Candidate Experience
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Dec 2 2020

3 Ways Technology Can Enhance Candidate Experience

If you want to attract exceptional talent, you need to make sure you're providing a positive...

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Workplace Drug Testing During COVID-19
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Nov 18 2020

Workplace Drug Testing During COVID-19

Here’s what we know: drug testing works! It has proven to be a powerful deterrent to drug use and...

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3 min read
Nov 11 2020

5 Ways to Optimize Your Background Checks to Attract Top Talent

It takes a lot of hard work and effort to get candidates through the hiring process. Background...

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Nov 4 2020

Streamline Your Hiring Process in the Digital Age

Your goal as the recruiter is to find and hire the most qualified candidate for your open position....

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How Can Background Checks Vary By Industry?
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Nov 2 2020

How Can Background Checks Vary By Industry?

To build an organization of top talent, you need to ensure your business's protection and employee...

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How Much Do Background Checks Cost?
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Nov 2 2020

How Much Do Background Checks Cost?

As an employer, you are held liable for facts that are known or should have been known concerning...

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What Is Education Verification and Why Is It Important?
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Nov 2 2020

What Is Education Verification and Why Is It Important?

A job applicant’s education can be an important factor in the hiring process. A strong academic...

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5 Frequently Asked Background Check Questions and Answers
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Nov 2 2020

5 Frequently Asked Background Check Questions and Answers

For over 30 years, Orange Tree has been helping employers bring on their employees quickly and...

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Drug Testing
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2 min read
Nov 2 2020

What employers need to know about impairment vs. under the influence

Drug abuse can have a direct impact on workplace safety. When creating a workplace drug testing...

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What is continuous monitoring and why is it important?
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Nov 2 2020

What is continuous monitoring and why is it important?

Perhaps your organization is part of an industry where public scrutiny of employee behavior is a...

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The Benefits of Continuous Monitoring
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Nov 2 2020

The Benefits of Continuous Monitoring

Monitoring employees on an ongoing basis is becoming more and more necessary as organizations seek...

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Nov 2 2020

Frequently Asked Questions About Marijuana in The Workplace

There is ample information circling the topic of marijuana in the workplace, and much of this...

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3 min read
Nov 2 2020

Criminal Background Checks: Everything You Need To Know

Many employers run a background check or criminal background checks on potential hires and current...

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Nov 2 2020

Easily Create and Compare Your Background Check Packages

Everyone is doing it; maybe you should too. You should compare your current background check...

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5 min read
Nov 2 2020

Proper Form for Your Disclosure

Recently, we had a webinar with Scott Paler, Partner and Attorney at DeWitt, LLP. Scott serves as...

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8 min read
Nov 2 2020

How to Prepare Now for a Drug-Free Post-Pandemic Workplace

Now is the time to prepare: avoid exorbitant unexpected costs due to absenteeism, workplace...

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4 min read
Nov 2 2020

Marijuana Use in the Workplace

The topic of marijuana in the workplace is perhaps the most timely issue surrounding the background...

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2 min read
Nov 2 2020

Hey, Recruiters! Verifications Don’t Have to Work Against You

You look at your computer screen to determine the verification status on your latest hire. The...

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3 min read
Nov 2 2020

Legislation and Your Drug Testing Program

Drug testing is complicated and continues to get more complicated as legislation changes. For those...

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5 min read
Oct 17 2020

DOT Policy Development and Program Management Best Practices

The U.S. Department Of Transportation (DOT) agencies (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration...

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Why should staffing agencies perform background checks
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4 min read
Oct 16 2020

Why Should Staffing Agencies Perform Background Checks

Many companies use staffing agencies to fill temporary roles, scale their workforce, and help with...

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What is Employment Verification? Everything You Need to Know
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4 min read
Oct 14 2020

What is Employment Verification? Everything You Need to Know

Job applicants' previous work experience is a critical factor in the hiring process. Strong work...

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3 min read
Oct 7 2020

Enhancing Candidate Experience: The Key to Securing Top Talent

Your goal as the hiring manager is to find and hire the best candidates for your open positions....

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The FDA Debarment List: Compliance in the Healthcare Industry
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2 min read
Mar 18 2020

The FDA Debarment List: Compliance in the Healthcare Industry

The healthcare industry has been under scrutiny recently, which gives you all the more reason to...

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2020 Background Screening Best Practices
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Feb 24 2020

2020 Background Screening Best Practices

Scott Paler recently joined us for a discussion to share his thoughts on Best practices for...

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3 min read
Sep 4 2019

The Importance of Verifications in a Low Unemployment Environment

Unemployment is lower than it has been in decades, and while that’s great for the economy, it makes...

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Aug 20 2019

Create background check packages with Orange Tree

Whether you’re an HR Professional new to the role, or a seasoned HR Manager seeking to compare your...

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3 min read
Jul 15 2019

The Role of AI in The Hiring Industry

Human resources staff have long been asked to do more with less. Automation and other technologies...

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2 min read
Feb 26 2019

OIG Checks for The Healthcare Industry

OIG screenings are essential to the hiring process within the healthcare industry. The purpose of...

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Mobile-Matters
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2 min read
Jan 28 2019

Why Mobile Matters for Background Checks

Phones have become our sixth finger. We expect immediate access to information and instant...

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3 min read
Jan 27 2019

Google's Productivity Tips for Hiring Managers

Google employees are some of the most productive teams in business, and everyone wants to emulate...

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Jan 15 2019

The Importance of Federal Criminal Record Searches

When a federal crime is committed by a celebrity or someone known in the public eye, it’s basically...

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Trusted-Partner
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4 min read
Jan 8 2019

Verify Your Background Screen Provider Has These Certifications

Companies want a safe workplace. A critical step to achieve this is having a robust background...

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Nov 27 2018

The Importance of Driving Record Rechecks

We are all familiar with that holiday hustle. Unfortunately, car accidents and other incidents...

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Nov 27 2018

A Next Generation Integration Experience

For the last 10 years, Orange Tree has partnered with the recruiting software company, iCIMS, which...

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2 min read
Nov 8 2018

Orange Tree Employment Screening Achieves Background Screening Credentialing Council Re-accreditation

Signs of the economy opening are starting to emerge. Employees are returning to their offices and...

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2 min read
Oct 31 2018

Accurate and Timely Criminal Searches

It takes jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction precision to achieve the desired results for your criminal...

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3 min read
Oct 16 2018

How to Get Quality Seasonal Retail Workers

Seasonal workers are typically short-term workers which means the hiring process needs to happen...

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3 min read
Sep 28 2018

Do Your Hiring Practices Scare Millennials Away?

If you haven’t noticed, the U.S. workforce has seen a dramatic shift in recent years. Baby boomers...

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2 min read
Sep 20 2018

Finish the Hiring Process with Impact

It’s your job to find and hire the best candidates for your business, but before these candidates...

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May 7 2018

How To Locate and Attract Passive Candidates

Part of the reason many businesses struggle to find qualified new hires is because they only...

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Mar 21 2018

Creating a People-Focused Strategy in a Digital World

No one can deny that technology has substantially influenced the hiring process. In fact, tech has...

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4 min read
Feb 13 2018

Prioritize Candidate Experience and Your Bottom Line

Modern recruitment has become extremely complex with many moving parts required to efficiently hire...

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2 min read
Feb 3 2018

How To Recruit Top Talent in a Strong Economy

The U.S. job market is continuing on its upward swing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,

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3 min read
Jan 30 2018

Getting Started With Your New Background Screening Vendor

So you've decided to start performing background checks on your candidates. First of all,...

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2018 Hiring Trends Focus on Candidates
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2 min read
Jan 18 2018

2018 Hiring Trends: Focus on Candidates

Each new year brings about change: a new month, a new resolution and a new hire - or more! Hiring...

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Dec 14 2017

5 New Year's Resolutions for Hiring Managers

The new year is just around the corner, and you've no doubt got a hazy list of personal resolutions...

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What To Look For In A Project Manager | Orange Tree
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2 min read
Aug 15 2017

What To Look For In A Project Manager

Project managers have a unique position within your business. They need enough technical knowledge...

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3 min read
Jul 7 2017

Quality, Not Quantity, Should Drive Your Acquisition Strategy

Hiring the wrong employees is a trap many businesses find themselves in, especially as they try...

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3 min read
May 31 2017

5 best social media tips for HR recruiters

Most businesses now use Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn for recruiting purposes in addition to...

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2 min read
May 26 2017

How To Help Candidates Achieve Flexibility

The hiring process is drastically different than it was a few short years ago. As technology...

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Engage Candidates Through The Hiring Process
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4 min read
May 5 2017

Engage Candidates Through The Hiring Process

No one knows where your next great employee will come from or what he or she is doing right now....

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2 min read
Apr 2 2017

How To Verify Honesty In Your Candidate’s Interview

Hiring managers need to go back to the basics to determine a candidate's honesty during an...

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What an HR Manager Should Know After Exiting an Interview
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2 min read
Feb 21 2017

What an HR Manager Should Know After Exiting an Interview

Interviews can be overwhelming, and if you aren't careful, the conversation can quickly spiral away...

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1 min read
Feb 21 2017

Increase Efficiency Through Effective Partnerships

As the famous John Donne poem goes, "no man is an island." We all work better together than we do...

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4 min read
Feb 19 2017

How the opioid epidemic affects your hiring practices

The opioid crisis has reached epidemic levels. Don't just take our word for it - according to the...

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4 min read
Jan 28 2017

How Top Tech Companies Find The Best Talent

If you're struggling to fill open positions with talented employees, you might start asking...

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Want Emotionally Intelligent Candidates
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2 min read
Jan 21 2017

Want Emotionally Intelligent Candidates? Change your Hiring Process.

The world faces a talent shortage, and businesses are at a loss as to what to do. In the U.S....

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North American Gaming Company Chooses Orange Tree to Integrate with iCIMS
Case Studies
Jan 22 2024

North American Entertainment Company Chooses Orange Tree to Integrate with iCIMS

Background

A North American gaming and entertainment company with more than 25 facilities across...

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“The biggest benefit of working with Orange Tree has been the customer service.”
Case Studies
Oct 10 2023

Shift4 Case Study

Background

Shift4 is a payment processing company that connects vendors, banks, and customers. The...

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Networks Connect partners with Orange Tree Employment Screening
Case Studies
Aug 23 2023

Networks Connect Case Study

Background

Networks Connect is a healthcare and professional staffing firm that specializes in...

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Anne Arundel Dermatology partners with Orange Tree Employment Screening
Case Studies
Jul 15 2023

Anne Arundel Dermatology

Background

Anne Arundel Dermatology is one of the largest and most established dermatology...

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Reduce Turnaround Time and Costs By Using Instant Oral Fluid Testing
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2 min read
May 16 2024

Reduce Turnaround Time and Costs By Using Instant Oral Fluid Testing

Some companies are starting to incorporate Instant Oral Fluid testing into their drug screening...

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5 min read
Mar 25 2024

In the Weeds: Navigating Marijuana in the Workplace

Effectively navigating the marijuana landscape is not an easy proposition for anyone, especially...

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4 min read
Mar 21 2024

The Top 5 Risks in Overlooking Background Checks

From small startups to multinational corporations, every organization faces inherent risks when...

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Blog
5 min read
Feb 12 2024

2024 Hiring Trends

Dive into curated insights from diverse sources to get a comprehensive view of hiring trends. We’re...

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2024 Background Checks in Quick-Service Restaurant Industry
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5 min read
Feb 5 2024

2024 Background Check Legislation: 5 Trends to Watch in the Quick-Service Restaurant Industry

Restaurant employers must adapt to rapidly changing background screening laws and regulations in...

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social media background checks
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6 min read
Dec 6 2023

Social Media Background Checks: A Balancing Act for Employers

In today’s technologically driven world, it’s no secret that most job applicants use social media...

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Background Checks 101
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3 min read
Nov 20 2023

The Background on Background Checks: What Employers Need to Know

Hiring an employee is one of the biggest decisions employers make. And hiring the right...

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4 min read
Oct 20 2023

Healthcare Background Checks and Compliance

Healthcare organizations need to navigate a complex web of federal and state regulations. This...

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3 min read
Sep 5 2023

Get the Guide: Background Checks for Staffing Companies

As businesses grow more competitive and the average job becomes more complex, people will...

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Background Checks and Compliance: How to Navigate for Senior Living
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3 min read
Aug 11 2023

Background Checks and Compliance: How to Navigate for Senior Living

Imagine a world where the personal information of your residents lies in the hands of people with...

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Negligent Hiring Lawsuits: 13 Ways to Protect Your Company | Orange Tree
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3 min read
Jul 28 2023

Negligent Hiring Lawsuits: 13 Ways to Protect Your Company

Negligent lawsuits are an ongoing concern to employers as they face continued scrutiny of their...

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4 min read
Jul 6 2023

Minnesota Marijuana Legalization: What Employers Need to Know

The Minnesota legislature recently passed – and the governor has signed – a law legalizing adult...

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10 Hiring and Recruiting Trends for 2023
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6 min read
Jun 22 2023

10 Noteworthy Hiring and Recruiting Trends

Employers have faced a recruiting and hiring whirlwind over the past few years, including labor...

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Top 5 Most Asked Questions About Background Checks
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5 min read
Jun 7 2023

Top 5 Most Asked Questions About Background Checks

In today's fast-paced business environment, solving the background check puzzle is crucial for...

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How to Avoid Common Mistakes to Optimize Your Drug Testing Policy | Orange Tree Screening
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4 min read
May 16 2023

How to Avoid Common Mistakes to Optimize Your Drug Testing Policy

Overall drug use and alcohol use in the United States is on the rise. According to the National...

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Solving the Hiring Puzzle: Strategies for Overcoming Current HR Challenges
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3 min read
May 4 2023

Solving the Hiring Puzzle: Strategies for Overcoming HR Challenges

The labor market has evolved significantly in recent years, posing new challenges for companies and...

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7 min read
Jan 26 2023

Impact of New Drug Testing Laws in 2023

This information is provided for educational purposes only. Reader retains full responsibility for...

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5 min read
Dec 21 2022

How Does Drug Testing Enhance Workplace Health and Safety?

Many employers rely on pre-employment drug testing as part of their hiring process. Many...

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4 min read
Dec 13 2022

Why Continuous Monitoring Is Essential in Background Screening

While background checks are vital in the hiring process, they only tell you about a candidate’s...

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4 min read
Dec 2 2022

In a Holiday Hiring Crunch? Try Self-Service Background Checks

With the holidays just around the corner, many employers are looking to fill seasonal positions as...

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Is Now the Time to Evaluate Your Background Screening Program?

As another year wraps up, companies are busy finalizing fourth-quarter initiatives and planning for...

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Oct 18 2022

The Impact of State Marijuana Laws on Employment

As more and more states relax their marijuana laws, a growing number of employers have begun to...

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The Future of Drug Testing Is Now

Workplace drug testing has been around for decades, and the primary focus on safety in the...

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What's In a Background Check & Which Type is Best for Your Business?

In addition to being fast and accurate, a good background check will be customized to meet the...

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Is Removing Marijuana From Your Drug Testing Panel a New Trend?

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Is Oral Fluid Testing Right for You?

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Revamp Your Background Check Process To Help Fight Labor Shortages

The current state of the labor market has businesses scrambling to fill open positions. One...

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Mar 2 2022

New California Bill Would Permit Access to Court Record Searches for DOB and Driver's License Number

On February 17, 2022, California Senator Steven Bradford (D-35th District) introduced Senate Bill...

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Feb 16 2022

Bill Introduced in Congress to Streamline the Process in which Drivers Apply for CDLs

A shortage of 80,000 commercial drivers in the United States has led to the introduction of a bill...

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Drug Testing in 2022

It’s safe to say that 2021 will be remembered for a lot of things we had hoped were behind us—a...

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Florida Legislators Fight To Pass New Law In Wake Of Tragedy

On November 12, 2021, Florida lawmakers filed "Miya's Law." State Rep. Robin Bartleman introduced...

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How To Speed Up Your Education and Employment Verification Process

The labor market is very competitive; recruiters are fighting to get their positions filled—a...

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California DFEH Using Technology To Identify Fair Chance Act Violators

On October 20, 2021, The California Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) announced in a

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Oct 27 2021

New Restrictions For Accessing Candidates DOB In Michigan

The State Court Administrative Office of Michigan introduced a new rule in an effort to reduce...

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Oct 27 2021

New options for Marijuana Testing in the Workplace

The State Court Administrative Office of Michigan introduced a new rule in an effort to reduce...

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15% Of Employees Plan To Quit Their Job By December

Recruiters continue to face challenges throughout 2021, and may face another significant blow...

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New Drug Testing Laws in 2021 Employers Should Know About

No two legal marijuana state laws are alike. Some may reflect components of others, but each...

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How to provide a great candidate experience during your hiring process

Would you agree that hiring new people for your company is nothing like it was a decade ago? Of...

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Aug 25 2021

Important new hiring compliance laws employers need to know

36 states have laws for public employers, 15 states regulate private employers (California,...

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7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Background Screening Company

If you’ve been looking for a background screening provider, you’ve probably noticed it’s a crowded...

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Employer's guide to pre-employment drug testing

The creation and maintenance of a compliant drug and alcohol testing policy are essential for...

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How Staffing Agencies Benefit from Background Checks

With more than 9 million job openings, recruiters and staffing agencies are working harder than...

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What is a consumer credit report?

A Consumer Credit Report is an "Employment" credit report that provides information about a...

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Benefits of integrating your ATS with your background checks streamlines your workflow and reduces your time to hire.
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Benefits of an ATS Integration with Your Background Checks

In today's talent market, speed is more important than ever. You can save time when you use just...

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May 19 2021

3 Ways Technology Will Help You Save Time and Convert More Candidates

Are you frustrated with the time it takes to make a hire at your company? It's hard enough to find...

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May 5 2021

Recent State drug laws impacting the workplace including marijuana

Through all of the confusion that employers have been facing this year, drug testing while staying...

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Apr 21 2021

The new employment laws employers need to be aware of

Continuing the trend of changes in employment law, state legislatures passed new laws in Illinois,...

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Apr 14 2021

What is Random Drug Testing?

Of the many types of workplace drug testing that one can perform, one of the most prevalent is...

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FMCSA Clearinghouse: Answers to frequently asked questions

The FMCSA Clearinghouse is an online database that contains information about violations of Federal...

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3 Ways to Use Technology to Improve Background Check Turnaround Time

Your goal as the recruiter is to find and hire the most qualified candidate for your open position....

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Feb 3 2021

What is the difference between a county and statewide criminal search?

County Criminal Background CheckWhat is The Scope of The SearchHow is The County Criminal...

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Jan 27 2021

New Jersey’s New Adult-Use Marijuana Law and the Workplace

Drug testing and marijuana in the workplace is a complicated topic that continues to get more...

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An Adverse Action Guide for Employers

If your organization uses background checks to qualify candidates for employment, chances are you...

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How long does a background check for employment take?

The turnaround time for background checks varies depending on the type of search, the scope (amount...

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Dec 23 2020

Changing Marijuana laws: what employers need to know

Continuing the trend in recent years of marijuana legalization, the November 2020 elections...

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Why continuous background screening is important in Healthcare

Background checks help businesses mitigate risk to create a safer workplace and protect it from...

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3 Ways Technology Can Enhance Candidate Experience

If you want to attract exceptional talent, you need to make sure you're providing a positive...

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Workplace Drug Testing During COVID-19

Here’s what we know: drug testing works! It has proven to be a powerful deterrent to drug use and...

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5 Ways to Optimize Your Background Checks to Attract Top Talent

It takes a lot of hard work and effort to get candidates through the hiring process. Background...

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Your goal as the recruiter is to find and hire the most qualified candidate for your open position....

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How Can Background Checks Vary By Industry?

To build an organization of top talent, you need to ensure your business's protection and employee...

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How Much Do Background Checks Cost?

As an employer, you are held liable for facts that are known or should have been known concerning...

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Nov 2 2020

What Is Education Verification and Why Is It Important?

A job applicant’s education can be an important factor in the hiring process. A strong academic...

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5 Frequently Asked Background Check Questions and Answers

For over 30 years, Orange Tree has been helping employers bring on their employees quickly and...

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What employers need to know about impairment vs. under the influence

Drug abuse can have a direct impact on workplace safety. When creating a workplace drug testing...

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What is continuous monitoring and why is it important?

Perhaps your organization is part of an industry where public scrutiny of employee behavior is a...

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The Benefits of Continuous Monitoring

Monitoring employees on an ongoing basis is becoming more and more necessary as organizations seek...

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Nov 2 2020

Frequently Asked Questions About Marijuana in The Workplace

There is ample information circling the topic of marijuana in the workplace, and much of this...

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Nov 2 2020

Criminal Background Checks: Everything You Need To Know

Many employers run a background check or criminal background checks on potential hires and current...

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Easily Create and Compare Your Background Check Packages

Everyone is doing it; maybe you should too. You should compare your current background check...

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Proper Form for Your Disclosure

Recently, we had a webinar with Scott Paler, Partner and Attorney at DeWitt, LLP. Scott serves as...

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Nov 2 2020

How to Prepare Now for a Drug-Free Post-Pandemic Workplace

Now is the time to prepare: avoid exorbitant unexpected costs due to absenteeism, workplace...

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Nov 2 2020

Marijuana Use in the Workplace

The topic of marijuana in the workplace is perhaps the most timely issue surrounding the background...

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Nov 2 2020

Hey, Recruiters! Verifications Don’t Have to Work Against You

You look at your computer screen to determine the verification status on your latest hire. The...

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Nov 2 2020

Legislation and Your Drug Testing Program

Drug testing is complicated and continues to get more complicated as legislation changes. For those...

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Oct 17 2020

DOT Policy Development and Program Management Best Practices

The U.S. Department Of Transportation (DOT) agencies (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration...

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Why Should Staffing Agencies Perform Background Checks

Many companies use staffing agencies to fill temporary roles, scale their workforce, and help with...

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What is Employment Verification? Everything You Need to Know

Job applicants' previous work experience is a critical factor in the hiring process. Strong work...

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Enhancing Candidate Experience: The Key to Securing Top Talent

Your goal as the hiring manager is to find and hire the best candidates for your open positions....

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Mar 18 2020

The FDA Debarment List: Compliance in the Healthcare Industry

The healthcare industry has been under scrutiny recently, which gives you all the more reason to...

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Feb 24 2020

2020 Background Screening Best Practices

Scott Paler recently joined us for a discussion to share his thoughts on Best practices for...

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The Importance of Verifications in a Low Unemployment Environment

Unemployment is lower than it has been in decades, and while that’s great for the economy, it makes...

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Aug 20 2019

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Whether you’re an HR Professional new to the role, or a seasoned HR Manager seeking to compare your...

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Jul 15 2019

The Role of AI in The Hiring Industry

Human resources staff have long been asked to do more with less. Automation and other technologies...

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Feb 26 2019

OIG Checks for The Healthcare Industry

OIG screenings are essential to the hiring process within the healthcare industry. The purpose of...

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Jan 28 2019

Why Mobile Matters for Background Checks

Phones have become our sixth finger. We expect immediate access to information and instant...

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Jan 27 2019

Google's Productivity Tips for Hiring Managers

Google employees are some of the most productive teams in business, and everyone wants to emulate...

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Jan 15 2019

The Importance of Federal Criminal Record Searches

When a federal crime is committed by a celebrity or someone known in the public eye, it’s basically...

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Jan 8 2019

Verify Your Background Screen Provider Has These Certifications

Companies want a safe workplace. A critical step to achieve this is having a robust background...

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Nov 27 2018

The Importance of Driving Record Rechecks

We are all familiar with that holiday hustle. Unfortunately, car accidents and other incidents...

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Nov 27 2018

A Next Generation Integration Experience

For the last 10 years, Orange Tree has partnered with the recruiting software company, iCIMS, which...

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Nov 8 2018

Orange Tree Employment Screening Achieves Background Screening Credentialing Council Re-accreditation

Signs of the economy opening are starting to emerge. Employees are returning to their offices and...

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Oct 31 2018

Accurate and Timely Criminal Searches

It takes jurisdiction-by-jurisdiction precision to achieve the desired results for your criminal...

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Oct 16 2018

How to Get Quality Seasonal Retail Workers

Seasonal workers are typically short-term workers which means the hiring process needs to happen...

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Do Your Hiring Practices Scare Millennials Away?

If you haven’t noticed, the U.S. workforce has seen a dramatic shift in recent years. Baby boomers...

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Finish the Hiring Process with Impact

It’s your job to find and hire the best candidates for your business, but before these candidates...

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May 7 2018

How To Locate and Attract Passive Candidates

Part of the reason many businesses struggle to find qualified new hires is because they only...

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Mar 21 2018

Creating a People-Focused Strategy in a Digital World

No one can deny that technology has substantially influenced the hiring process. In fact, tech has...

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Feb 13 2018

Prioritize Candidate Experience and Your Bottom Line

Modern recruitment has become extremely complex with many moving parts required to efficiently hire...

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Feb 3 2018

How To Recruit Top Talent in a Strong Economy

The U.S. job market is continuing on its upward swing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics,

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Jan 30 2018

Getting Started With Your New Background Screening Vendor

So you've decided to start performing background checks on your candidates. First of all,...

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2018 Hiring Trends: Focus on Candidates

Each new year brings about change: a new month, a new resolution and a new hire - or more! Hiring...

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5 New Year's Resolutions for Hiring Managers

The new year is just around the corner, and you've no doubt got a hazy list of personal resolutions...

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What To Look For In A Project Manager

Project managers have a unique position within your business. They need enough technical knowledge...

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Jul 7 2017

Quality, Not Quantity, Should Drive Your Acquisition Strategy

Hiring the wrong employees is a trap many businesses find themselves in, especially as they try...

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5 best social media tips for HR recruiters

Most businesses now use Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn for recruiting purposes in addition to...

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May 26 2017

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The hiring process is drastically different than it was a few short years ago. As technology...

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Engage Candidates Through The Hiring Process

No one knows where your next great employee will come from or what he or she is doing right now....

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How To Verify Honesty In Your Candidate’s Interview

Hiring managers need to go back to the basics to determine a candidate's honesty during an...

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What an HR Manager Should Know After Exiting an Interview

Interviews can be overwhelming, and if you aren't careful, the conversation can quickly spiral away...

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Feb 21 2017

Increase Efficiency Through Effective Partnerships

As the famous John Donne poem goes, "no man is an island." We all work better together than we do...

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Feb 19 2017

How the opioid epidemic affects your hiring practices

The opioid crisis has reached epidemic levels. Don't just take our word for it - according to the...

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Jan 28 2017

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If you're struggling to fill open positions with talented employees, you might start asking...

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Want Emotionally Intelligent Candidates? Change your Hiring Process.

The world faces a talent shortage, and businesses are at a loss as to what to do. In the U.S....

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