EBI Secures NAPBS Re-Accreditation

EBI

OCTOBER 26, 2016

They must prove they have strict policies and procedures in place to cover six critical areas: consumer protection, legal compliance, client education, product standards, service standards, and general business practices. If you are looking for a little help with your background screening and you hit up the internet, you are going to get all kinds of results. It’s for you: our clients.

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Latest Updates on Marijuana Legalization

EBI

SEPTEMBER 21, 2016

The market for marijuana products is exploding. Former talk show host Montel Williams just launched his own line of medical marijuana products. The products will be marketed under the brand name LenitivLabs. Whoopi Goldberg , Melissa Etheridge and Willie Nelson have also launched lines of cannabis products. There’s a good reason for it. This only scratches the surface.

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A Closer Look: Oral Fluid Drug Testing for DOT Employers

EBI

MAY 12, 2016

Productivity for federal agencies related to the drug free workplace program is expected to improve. major challenge to urine drug testing has been the proliferation of commercial products used to adulterate or substitute a donor’s urine specimen. Due to individual privacy rights, most urine collections are unobserved, allowing the opportunity to use such products. Why Now?

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DEA Digs in on Marijuana: How Does the Decision Affect You?

EBI

AUGUST 16, 2016

Those costs include: Loss of Productivity – According to a study conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), substance users have increased tardiness and sleeping on the job. The US government is refusing to bow to peer pressure. As a Schedule I drug, marijuana is listed alongside drugs like heroin, LSD and Ecstasy. Legalizing Marijuana

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Legislative Alert - Thursday, October 13th, 2016: Which Hires Outstay and Outperform Peers? [Video + Transcript]

EBI

OCTOBER 13, 2016

They also concluded that these workers, for the most part, turned out to be high-quality, productive and engaged employees. Screening News. WOTC Employees Have Greater On-the-Job Success. CA Juvenile Records Off Limits. Yahoo Breach Even Bigger that Reported? Bieber Battles for Medical Marijuana. 2:42. 2:42. Facebook. Twitter. Embed. Speed. Quality. 1080p. About Wistia. 2:13. message.

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Behind the Screen Part 2 - The 9 Questions to Ask Your Screener About Information Security

EBI

AUGUST 4, 2016

This could affect hiring, training, production and certainly profitability. The handling and storing of data might sound like a dry, IT topic, but in this day and age of rampant identity theft, job applicants depend on employers protecting their information. This is no simple task. Every day, background screeners process thousands of pieces of data. Target learned the hard way.

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Opioid Abuse Out of Control

EBI

MARCH 16, 2016

Impairment can cause reduced productivity, on-the-job injuries or even criminal activities such as theft or embezzlement. Opioid abuse has reached startling proportions in the United States. Millions of Americans are addicted, and the death rate has tripled in the last 5 years. billion dollars a year. It’s not just the insurance companies paying the price. Drug Testing

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[Video] Legislative Alert March 11, 2016: California DMV Accused of TMI

EBI

MARCH 11, 2016

The Governor says the state should remove unnecessary barriers for Oklahomans with felony convictions so they can go on to lead productive and successful lives. Screening News Update. Lawsuit over California Screening Loophole. Marijuana Bill Passes Georgia House. Oklahoma Governor Uses Executive Order to Ban the Box. Lawsuit over California Screening Loophole. Legislative Alerts Videos

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Customers Rank EBI as a Top Provider. Again!

EBI

DECEMBER 27, 2015

For more than a decade, the Hot List has featured the best providers, products and services to help HR executives keep their departments on top of their game. As we watch another year come to an end, we truly hope that our readers have found the content of our blog and the Screening News Network helpful, educational and entertaining. That is not our mission. says Kurland.

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[Video] Legislative Alert Friday March 25th: Big Box Store Pays Big Fine

EBI

MARCH 25, 2016

Tourney Costs Employers Billions If you are hooked on hoops this month, you are not alone… and that could be bad news for employers. A new survey shows that March Madness could cost businesses nearly $4 billion in lost productivity. Screening News Update. Home Depot Pays the Price for Data Breach. Ban the Box Amendments Take Effect in Philly. Verify and I-9 News. Home Depot will pay $19.5

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Survey Says: International Drug Testing on the Rise

EBI

MARCH 30, 2016

Those that do said they believe the testing leads to an improvement in productivity, lower workers’ compensation cases and a decrease in employee turnover. According to a poll conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Drug & Alcohol Testing Industry Association (DATIA), more than half of all US employers conduct drug tests on all of their job applicants.

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Make Sure Your Screening Partner Gives Info You Can Actually Use

EBI

JANUARY 13, 2016

There are simple questions you can ask that will help you make sure that your screening partner is providing a quality product without putting your company at risk. When you enlist the services of a background screening partner you assume the reports they send back are accurate and compliant with the law. That is a fair assumption, but it’s not always a safe one to make. Background Checks

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Legislative Alert - February 11, 2016: Facebook Gives Thumbs Down to Medical Marijuana Pages

EBI

FEBRUARY 11, 2016

But the site is not picking on the newly legal product; it also bans the promotion or sale of other legal products like tobacco and guns. Screening News Update. Judges OK Background Check Settlement. EU - US Privacy Shield Announced. Ban the Box on College Campuses? Medical Marijuana Pages Foiled by Facebook. Judges OK Background Check Settlement. EU - US Privacy Shield Announced.

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Impaired Drivers Pose Real Risk for Employers

EBI

DECEMBER 30, 2015

Department of Labor, car accidents cost employers $60 billion a year in medical care, legal expenses, property damage and lost productivity. During every holiday season of the last 25 years, the sitting president has proclaimed December National Drunk & Drugged Driving Prevention Month. According to the U.S. That’s not even taking into consideration the loss of life. Serve food.

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nettime solutions

JANUARY 21, 2016

The question is… Is it possible to consciously prevent or extinguish the failure factors of an employee that are directly linked to their motivation and productivity levels? Join us for our 30-minute webinar to discover how a comprehensive time and attendance program can increase your employee productivity levels and improve employee morale It’s just a part of the growth cycle.

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RecognizeThis!

MARCH 25, 2016

— Inadvertently placing unnecessary rules on employee behavior, instead of offering more freedom, can hurt productivity. couple of days ago, I wrote a post that addressed some recent research on the negative impact that corporate award programs can have on firm productivity. Employee freedom, fewer rules leads to greater productivity #socialrecognition Click To Tweet.

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drives more productive conversations. 1Why Your Company Will Need to. Rethink Performance Management eGuide Part 1: The Argument. for Change 2 3About this Guide Organizations are increasingly. moving from traditional performance. management systems (organized as. an annual review process) to newer. performance development systems. organized around real-time dynamics). happening now. If the.

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nettime solutions

FEBRUARY 10, 2016

It’s important to be able to forecast effectively so you’re able to streamline your workflow productivity levels. The infographic below illustrates just how important a time and attendance system is to maximize employee productivity levels. Having a clear understanding of your labor analytics can help you identify your staffing needs when and where you need them.

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The People Equation

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Here are three questions my friends asked, and Hyrum’s answers: How do our beliefs inhibit our productivity? And if you can learn to do surgery on your belief window, the [ineffective] behavior takes care of itself – and leads to higher productivity because now your beliefs are starting to meet your needs over the long haul – maybe not right way, but over time. Probably not.

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RecognizeThis!

AUGUST 18, 2016

Less pure output and more holistic wellbeing, productivity is driven by the employee experience and technologies that can give leaders greater insight. Last week, I wrote about worker productivity from the perspective of economists and the figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. How is your organization looking into the employee experience and productivity? Recognize This!

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ClearCompany HRM

NOVEMBER 18, 2015

Although you won’t be able to squeeze every last bit of productivity out of them, you can give them a nudge in the right direction. Despite how well employees may be performing, sometimes you just need a little bit more out of them. Talent Management

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15Five

JUNE 23, 2016

From Lifehacking to Productivity Hacking , everyone is looking for ways to be more efficient and productive at work and at life. The infographic below offers insight into how to guarantee a productive workspace, supported by scientific studies. It is easier on the eyes and research has shown it  increases productivity and employee satisfaction. Lightbulb Going Off.

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Get Hppy

MARCH 2, 2016

That was until I had to share an office with a music aficionado, my social media colleague, who opened me up to a whole new world of productivity and sound. Over time, several studies have had conclusive results that show how music makes employees more productive when dealing with repetitive tasks such as answering emails or entering data. The science of listening to music at work.

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Get Hppy

APRIL 7, 2016

Happier people are productive, and productive people work all the time, right? Nope, not at all: Productivity doesn’t actually have much to do with hours. In fact, there are several myths related to productivity that need some dispelling. For Not necessarily: Flex time actually increases productivity. Another That’s how they get so much done—yes?

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Switch and Shift

JUNE 27, 2016

In order to boost your team productivity, you need to understand their goals, and help them work toward them. Read More» The post 6 Ways to Boost Team Your Productivity appeared first on Switch & Shift. Culture Change Employee Engagement Human workplace employee enagement flexible leadership non-traditional workplace team productivity

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Get Hppy

SEPTEMBER 24, 2016

Though most of us will never have a five hour workday, there is something to say about working more productive hours rather than longer hours. So how do you boost productivity and performance? To give you some ideas about what you can do to enhance your productivity, GetVoIP put together this infographic on science-backed productivity hacks. HR Infographics

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HR C-Suite

MAY 22, 2016

Productivity employee productivityThe workplace is one of the most stressful places in the world, even at the best of times. And when those moments occur when the workforce is in full panic mode, and everyone is on the brink of breaking, there are two things that you can do; you can improve your employees work rate and […].

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ATD Human Capital

DECEMBER 1, 2014

CEB research finds that organizations must shift their emphasis from learning participation to learning productivity. Today’s learning landscape is substantially different than before. Not only does business require different skills, but employees want to learn in new, innovative ways. Here’s how. Click here to read full version

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ATD Human Capital

DECEMBER 1, 2014

CEB research finds that organizations must shift their emphasis from learning participation to learning productivity. Today’s learning landscape is substantially different than before. Not only does business require different skills, but employees want to learn in new, innovative ways. Here’s how. Click here to read full version

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DATIS

APRIL 13, 2016

Remember when a productive work week was capped-off at 40 hours? Along with this labor cost, these additional work hours are creating overwhelmed employees that are not being as productive as they can be. Is Overtime Productive? Unfortunately, the research indicates that overtime is not productive. CNBC recently shared research that shows a sharp decrease in productivity once an employee has hit 4o hours in a week. The Happy Medium Between Overtime and Productivity. Productivity in the workplace is essential. Workforce Management

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Switch and Shift

AUGUST 18, 2016

Luckily, there are a few excellent practices you can adopt to improve employee productivity. Read More» The post 6 Clear Cut Ways to Improve Employee Productivity appeared first on Switch & Shift. Change Management Employee Engagement Leadership Employee Productivity happy and productive workforceIt’s not enough to work hard; you also have to work smart.

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EmployeeConnect

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

We often tend to be confused when it comes to making the distinction between employee performance and productivity. While productivity management comes down to HR management systems, performance management actually is a tool that can be used to rollout the overall corporate strategy. Defining performance and productivity Performance can be defined as “the ability of an employee to accomplish  his or mission based on the expectations of an organisation” For example, let’s consider the performance of an artist on stage. Why is the distinction important?

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ATD Human Capital

JUNE 2, 2015

Randy Emelo has worked with a number of Fortune 500 companies that use mentoring to support peer learning and productivity improvement. Here are some ideas on how you can use mentoring to improve productivity among your workforce. Click here to read full version

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nettime solutions

DECEMBER 4, 2015

Keeping your employees engaged with the work they’re producing is essential to your business’ productivity levels. Listed below are 5 ways you can enhance productivity in the workplace : Remove Obstacles. Improving productivity levels within the workplace is not necessarily an easy task. Motivate and Reward. Set Clear Goals. This same rule can apply to your employees as well.

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