Importance of Employee Background Checks

<h1>Importance of Employee Background Checks</h1>Author: <a title="Khem Raj" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/khem-raj/24588.htm">Khem Raj</a> Industry statistics clearly demonstrate that resume fraud is as high as 40%.

In other words, 2 out of every 5 resumes an employer receives have some level of fraud. Examples of resume fraud can be as simple as claiming to have worked at a job for a longer period than is accurate, or they can be outright distortions such as an overstatement of title or inaccurate claims of promotion, i.e. claiming to have been a manager when the position was really a clerk. In more extreme instances, some applicants go so far as to make up jobs and credentials entirely.

If a company never does any <a href="http://www.infocubic.net/service.htm">Background Checks</a> on their employees, then most likely that company will

hire someone with a criminal record. Statistics, such as the ADP, show that

as much as ten percent of the applicants who are screened have criminal records. According to a 2000 survey by the American Management Association, 43 percent of responding members test prospective employees in job skills, psychological fitness, and/or basic math and literacy competencies.

Screening programs generally also include some combination of reference and credit checks, verification of employment, investigations into any criminal activity (where allowed by law), and physical/drug testing.

After all, the time to ensure an employee is trustworthy and qualified is during the hiring

process, rather than on the job. Screening programs can assist in ensuring a proper fit between employer and employee. "A pre-employment test that costs less than $10 can sometimes save a company the thousands it costs to replace a bad match, or the legal fees to defend against liability lawsuits for negligence in hiring a troubled or troublesome employee," wrote Gilbert Nicholson in Workforce

About the Author: Info Cubic is a nationwide, one-stop pre employment screening company. Info Cubic's mission is to speed up the hiring process to help customers compete for the best talent by providing high value intelligence delivered through automation and transparent technology, direct access to information, and unparalleled customer service. 
 
For more information, tips and advice please visit: <a href="http://www.infocubic.net/">Pre Employment Screening Company</a>Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/careers-articles/importance-of-employee-background-checks-211851.html" title="Importance of Employee Background Checks">Importance of Employee Background Checks</a>

Industry statistics clearly demonstrate that resume fraud is as high as 40%.
In other words, 2 out of every 5 resumes an employer receives have some level of fraud. Examples of resume fraud can be as simple as claiming to have worked at a job for a longer period than is accurate, or they can be outright distortions such as an overstatement of title or inaccurate claims of promotion, i.e. claiming to have been a manager when the position was really a clerk. In more extreme instances, some applicants go so far as to make up jobs and credentials entirely.
If a company never does any Background Checks on their employees, then most likely that company will
hire someone with a criminal record. Statistics, such as the ADP, show that
as much as ten percent of the applicants who are screened have criminal records. According to a 2000 survey by the American Management Association, 43 percent of responding members test prospective employees in job skills, psychological fitness, and/or basic math and literacy competencies.
Screening programs generally also include some combination of reference and credit checks, verification of employment, investigations into any criminal activity (where allowed by law), and physical/drug testing.
After all, the time to ensure an employee is trustworthy and qualified is during the hiring
process, rather than on the job. Screening programs can assist in ensuring a proper fit between employer and employee. "A pre-employment test that costs less than $10 can sometimes save a company the thousands it costs to replace a bad match, or the legal fees to defend against liability lawsuits for negligence in hiring a troubled or troublesome employee," wrote Gilbert Nicholson in Workforce

Info Cubic is a nationwide, one-stop pre employment screening company. Info Cubic's mission is to speed up the hiring process to help customers compete for the best talent by providing high value intelligence delivered through automation and transparent technology, direct access to information, and unparalleled customer service.

For more information, tips and advice please visit: Pre Employment Screening Company

Rate this Article:

0 / 5 stars - 0 vote(s)

Re-Publish

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/careers-articles/importance-of-employee-background-checks-211851.html

Article Tags: Employment Screening, Pre Employment Screening

Related Articles
Related Q&A

Latest Careers Articles
More from Khem Raj

How to Understand Web Design as a Graphic Designer

By: Brian Scott | 17/12/2009
Web design has gradually become an important part of graphic design. Graphic design used to deal primarily with written text and photographs. But graphic design has moved beyond the traditional print format. These days, a graphic design artist is just as likely to work solely on a computer then with...

Graphic Design Ideas: How to Understand Multi-Media Design

By: Brian Scott | 17/12/2009
Multimedia design is a catchall phrase to describe the growing combination of websites, film, and video in the world of graphic design. Multimedia design requires many different talents and skills. It is rare to find a graphic designer who is entirely responsible for a multimedia rich design. Multimedia often requires...

The Outlook on Graphic Design Jobs

By: Brian Scott | 17/12/2009
Are you a graphic design major who is worried about your future job prospects? If so, you are definitely not alone. Almost all college graduates worry about earning a living at what they love to do. Fortunately, graphic design majors have a bright future ahead of them. According to the...

Tools and Equipment You Need as a Graphic Designer

By: Brian Scott | 17/12/2009
So you have decided to enter the exciting world of graphic design. What kind of equipment and tools will you need to do your best work? The most important tool is your sharp and creative mind. To be an exceptional graphic designer, you will need to look at the world...

Conducting an Employee Background Check Will Help You Really Know Who You’re Hiring

By: Brandon Meryhew | 17/12/2009
When people marry they’ve usually spent several months and even years dating before walking down the aisle. But when hiring employees -- another extremely close and long-term relationship -- employers usually only meet with a potential employee a handful of times before deciding to bring that person aboard.

Making Money Online Using Facebook While You Work From Home

By: Kausar Khan | 17/12/2009
When Facebook was launched, it was intended for US college students to use it to stay in touch with each other. However, if you are conversant with the current Internet business you will realize that Facebook is not only used as a platform for advertising worldwide but also as a...

It is not to late for a career revelation - professional to successful entrepreneur

By: Guy & Michele Luminato | 17/12/2009
In today's economic environment, changing careers might seem like an unstable decision. Truthfully, you have to examine if you are cut out for a transition, and if you have the mindset it takes to succeed. A job is not necessarily stable anymore. YOU have to be the stability in your economic future.

The Many Different Jobs You Can Do Online

By: Tara Smith | 17/12/2009
With the advancements that we have seen regarding computers in recent years it's no wonder why so many people have started to work online these days. Furthering the increase in virtual employment is the increasing need for two adults in the household to work in order for the family to...

Should Employer Conduct Employee Background Checks?

By: Khem Raj | 10/09/2007 | Careers
Do you remember this old adage "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure."?

Why Do Restaurant Owners Need Online Food Ordering System?

By: Khem Raj | 06/06/2007 | Software
Given the wide and across prevalence of Internet in day-to-day life, exploitation of the media is imperative according to good business sense.

Online Food Ordering System - an Overview

By: Khem Raj | 05/06/2007 | ECommerce
Conventionally speaking, it is customary of local restaurants and eating joints to distribute their pamphlets, flyers and brochures to advertise the newly opened or already established service outlet(s) in your vicinity.