New law to punish fake qualification fraud

Fake qualifications or the exposure of these falsifications can be fatal, but new legislation aims to prevent and punish fraud.

By eNCA - Tonight show with Jane Dutton on 14 December 2018

Data driven background screening in the 21st Century

Digital transformation is changing the way people and industries engage. Access to information has become easily attainable and platforms have evolved to allow for remote services on-demand. So, what does this mean for the background screening industry? Should professional vetting companies utilise this online data because it is now easier to access, and is background screening still meeting its purpose on these platforms?

By MIE on 03 December 2018

Are you screening your temporary employees?

With the Festive Season and Summer holidays around the corner in South Africa, this time of year is a peak business period for several industries – from retail to travel, hospitality and entertainment, etc. - and these businesses will often hire additional seasonal employees. Having extra hands to help cope with higher demand during these busy months certainly offers a number of benefits, but businesses should be vigilant and not slack on conducting background screening on all candidates and new hires.

By MIE on 20 November 2018