Laura Randazzo, VP of Compliance, Will Discuss Employment Screening Best Practices & EEOC Guidance

On Thursday, September 26, join our Vice President of Compliance, Laura Randazzo, as she facilitates a discussion regarding employment screening best practices and EEOC criminal guidance.  Hosted by the local Chicago SHRM chapter, Laura will be joined with other facilitators from Neal, Gerber, & Eisenberg LLP, SilkRoad and more at the annual Speed HR: Fast Paced Learning Roundtable.  Speak with Laura at the event to see how Aurico can be a valuable screening partner.

Aurico Wins the Bronze Stevie Award for their WebACE™ Platform

Aurico was announced as a Bronze Stevie® Award winner at last night’s awards banquet at the Julia Morgan Ballroom at the Merchants Exchange in San Francisco.  Aurico won bronze in the category of New Product or Service of the Year - Software - Human Capital Management Solution for our WebACE™ platform.   Aurico’s proprietary WebACE™ background screening and drug testing platform helps HR professionals efficiently order, retrieve and view status of reports while its enhanced features allow clients the flexibility to stay compliant.  WebACE™ is one of many reasons why we encourage companies to experience the difference Aurico can have as a strategic screening partner.  

Learn more at: http://www.aurico.com/Aurico-Difference/WebACE-Platform.asp

Aurico Receives Veteran-Owned Business Certification

The Center for Veterans Enterprise (CVE) has verified Aurico to be a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB).  The CVE, better known as the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), provides this designation so veterans can participate in the Veterans First Contracting Program.  By law, this program allows a percentage of government funded projects be awarded to companies and organizations that meet certain standards, such as businesses owned by women, minorities, or veterans.  We encourage companies to take into account businesses owned by veterans, those who devoted their time and life to defending our country, when selecting screening services.

Aurico Ascends 1,090 Spots to 2,732 on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List

Building on years of consistent growth, Aurico earned the rank 2,732 on the Inc. 5000 Fastest-Growing Companies List. 2013 marks the third year in a row Aurico has been recognized on the prestigious list.  “Our employee’s passion and dedication to providing exceptional service to our clients is the reason we continue to earn recognition,” says Ben Goldberg, President of Aurico.  With demonstrated revenue growth of 128% over the trailing three years, Aurico is well positioned to be a fixture on the list for many years to come.  

Aurico Joins the American Staffing Association

As a supplier to the staffing industry, Aurico’s listing in the ASA Marketplace provides a breadth of services recruiters need in order to get the job done.  This strategic alliance allows Aurico to further support the staffing industry with background screening and drug testing services. Members of the ASA can expect the best products, customer service and turnaround time when partnered with Aurico. In addition, Aurico maintains a preferred pricing program for ASA members that will enable a strong blend of report quality and cost effective screening. 

Not all ATS Integrations Are Created Equal – Key Insights from Aurico’s Perspective

The integration of background screening and drug testing services with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Human Resources Information Systems continues to increase in frequency. Most every background screening firm now says they are able to integrate effectively with these systems, but there are many different types and levels of integration, each of which have significant differences in capabilities, ease of use, and functionality.

There are different ways to connect the two systems.  For example, integration can be established directly between the ATS and background screening systems, or data can be sent through a “middleman” type of software known as middleware to complete the connection. This middleware creates an additional layer of complexity within the integration, typically charges an additional fee for the data to flow through it, and separates the screening provider from direct electronic communication with the ATS.  If there is a problem with the middleware functionality or if the connection with the middleware is lost on either side, the systems will be unable to connect and complete the background check transactions. For these reasons, an integration that is established directly between an ATS or other system and the background screening provider is preferred as a best practice.

From the Blooper Book

Sometimes you have to wonder what they were really thinking about when they gave those references.

If you could sum him up, what would you say?

“I don’t know?  I’ve never been asked that about him before.  He is good a fishing, likes Doritos, and throws a great curve ball.”

What would you consider to be some of his strengths?

“If I was in an alley fight, I would want him next to me.  I would know what I would get from him.”