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What the Critical Infrastructure Bill means for background checks
February 1, 2022In his speech to Parliament on 10 December 2020, Minister of Defence Peter Dutton said most Aussies going about their day don’t spare much thought for our nation’s critical infrastructure. But a disruption to any of the essential services that…Attracting top talent during the great resignation
January 19, 2022Welcome to the Great Resignation. Workers are resigning in droves, driven by burnout, a search for better pay and conditions, COVID-inspired epiphanies about work-life balance and the confidence provided by a talent shortage5 ways to mitigate risk when managing health check records for your organisation
January 10, 2022The requirement for organisations to collect information about employees’ vaccination status has refocused attention on the need for privacy and security in organisational health check records.Compliance vs risk management: What’s the difference?
September 13, 2021Staying compliant and avoiding risks are not one and the same – understanding how compliance and risk differ is the key to managing both effectively.Run your own race: Meet our new CEO, Michael Ivanchenko
August 31, 2021We sat down with our new CEO, Michael Ivanchenko, to hear more about his life before CVCheck, what led him here, and what his plans are for the future with us.Era of the boomerang hire
August 31, 2021Businesses are recognising the value in gaining former employees back, as they bring with them developed skills, greater motivation and higher engagement levels.The importance of getting the police check purpose field right
August 23, 2021The ‘purpose field’ on your National Police Check application may seem innocuous, but it’s critical to the checking process. Here’s why you need to populate the field accurately.Perennials: the best thing to happen to your organisation?
August 16, 2021Not defined by age or generation, perennials are curious, aspirational and highly employable. Here’s why they add value to your team.How to safeguard your business with succession planning
August 9, 2021Succession planning is a crucial strategy for mitigating the disruption caused by a sudden departure. Nick Hindhaugh, founder of Six Degrees Executive, explains why.Fraudsters get creative in the wake of COVID
August 2, 2021In the wake of COVID-19, it’s more important than ever for businesses to have comprehensive risk mitigation strategies to prevent fraud. Here are the current risks and how to safeguard against them.CVCheck and Cited – a journey of strategic evolution
July 27, 2021Three months on from their acquisition, CVCheck and Cited have joined forces to bring their customers the best in credentials management and background screening. Here’s the latest…My Place Aotearoa: The importance of background screening in the disability sector
July 26, 2021My Place Aotearoa grew its team steadily, ensuring that every new hire was a suitable fit for the disability sector. Here’s how they did it.What is ESG and why is it so important for modern organisations?
July 19, 2021Environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors are an increasing concern for socially responsible investors. Here’s why demonstrating your business meets ESG criteria should be a priority.Data breaches in Australia: Spike in human error linked to data breaches during COVID crisis
July 12, 2021A much-anticipated OAIC report revealed that data breaches due to human error jumped in the second half of 2020 in Australia. Here’s a breakdown of the report and how to better protect your business.Strong and steady: the finance industry through COVID and beyond
July 5, 2021While some industries experienced countless layoffs due to COVID, others saw surprisingly healthy growth in employment. One of these sectors is finance…Enabling individuals with disability to live independently
July 1, 2021"We feel comforted by the authenticity of the check, and that they are thorough to the point that no risk is posed to our organisation, or the whānau/families that we work with." Rangi Pouwhare Managing Director The client. My Place…Ikea France’s screening practices under the microscope
June 30, 2021Ikea recently found itself in hot water after allegedly obtaining employee data illegally. Its actions have triggered discussion around employee screening - here are our recommendations for how to get it right.Integration partner interview: Who is SnapHire?
June 16, 2021Melissa George, Client Relationship Manager at SnapHire, shares the applicant tracking system’s journey to becoming the powerful recruitment platform it is today.Summerset: Scaling with tech to meet the hiring demands of the aged care sector
June 16, 2021Summerset Retirement Villages has quadrupled their size since they first started. Find out how they seamlessly expanded their team.Free template: How to implement best practice for background checks
June 11, 2021Here’s an easy-to-follow guide to creating a simple, robust background screening policy for your business - the key to meeting industry regulations and creating a consistent and positive process for employees.Working across time zones: how to do it well
June 9, 2021When working remotely in a different time zone to your team, the secret to success is learning how to manage communication and workflow. Here are seven tips for mastering the art of asynchronous working.Organisational fraud across Australia
May 31, 2021More than one third of Australian organisations reported corporate crime in 2020, and most were perpetrated by business ‘outsiders’. Here’s an overview of the country’s economic criminal activity.Inlogik leads by example, prioritises security and compliance
May 31, 2021"The team have been incredibly helpful and co-operative.” Anita Zeaiter Group Financial Controller The client. Inlogik is a leader in commercial card and expense management solutions, with a vision of providing intuitive, intelligent and innovative spend management solutions that exceed…Tourism, the travel bubble and the future of jobs in NZ
May 21, 2021With New Zealand’s job market in recovery, we explore its current employment landscape, including the effects the trans-Tasman travel bubble is having on the all-important tourism sector.AMES Australia: Helping refugees gain successful employment
May 17, 2021AMES Australia places only the most suitable candidate in a role while decreasing their administration time and ensuring their checks have been carried out thoroughly.Hiring state of play: looking up in 2021
May 10, 2021While the pandemic hit the job market hard in 2020, there is plenty of cause for optimism for Australian jobseekers in 2021. We look at the employment trends you need to know.Why your data protection and privacy is our priority
May 3, 2021Our leading-edge background screening platform is guaranteed by our ISO 27001 certification – the trusted standard in information security. Here’s how we ensure the privacy and protection of our users’ data.CVCheck is now ISO 27001 accredited!
April 27, 2021What does CVCheck’s ISO 27001 certification mean for the protection and integrity of your data? Chief Strategy Officer, Colin Boyan, explains.DB Breweries: Fiercely efficient recruiting across the Tasman
April 19, 2021DB Breweries increases their speed of recruitment by considerably reducing time to hire. Here’s how.Medibank commits to a seamless candidate experience
April 16, 2021"We were looking for the best and most efficient way to manage risk, to make sure we’re hiring people who are suitable, and to make the candidate experience as seamless as possible.” Andrew Retschko Senior Executive of Talent Acquisition and…