Employment Screening Market to Hit $6.48B by 2028: Fraud Prevention Fuels Growth

The employment screening services market is on track to grow from $4.56 billion in 2023 to $6.48 billion by 2028, driven by increased demand for fraud prevention, regulatory compliance, and diversity screening, according to The Business Research Company . "Companies are investing in thorough background checks to create safer work environments," TBRC notes.

Dive into the full report to see what’s driving this growth.

Win the Talent War: Keep Your Top Performers Happy and Engaged

With the Great Resignation still looming, retaining talent has become an all-out battle. This SHRM Advisor blog dives into proven strategies for keeping top performers—from competitive salaries and flexible work options to genuine recognition and work-life balance. As the article says, “HR leaders need to develop strategies to improve employee retention, including open feedback and employee recognition.”

Check out these strategies to keep your top talent from walking out the door.

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First Advantage Seals Sterling Acquisition for $2.2 Billion

First Advantage Corporation has acquired Sterling, A First Advantage Company, Healthcare & Life Sciences for $2.2 billion, combining two giants in the employment screening industry. CEO Scott Staples emphasized that this merger will enhance customer experience, fuel tech innovation, and unlock significant growth opportunities: "The acquisition of Sterling positions First Advantage for long-term value creation, unlocking efficiencies and opportunities for additional growth."

Get the full scoop on how this acquisition reshapes the screening industry.

NetApp Elevates Pamela Hennard to Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer

NetApp has appointed Pamela Hennard as the new Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer, where she will spearhead efforts to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion across the company. Hennard, who previously served as VP of Global Talent Acquisition, brings over 27 years of HR experience to the role. “It’s a privilege to guide NetApp’s diversity journey and evolve inclusion into a defining cultural element,” Hennard stated.

Learn more about Hennard’s vision for a more inclusive NetApp.