Your company recognizes the importance of running background screenings in Western New York. So, is a one-time or an annual check enough? Or should you conduct continuous background screening checks on your employees? What Is Continuous Background Screening? Continuous background screening monitors employee records in real-time to flag any threats or safety concerns. This differs… Read More »
Looking Back on 2020: A Look Back at Our Best Blog Articles
Is your company thinking about running background checks in Buffalo, NY? Could you use some advice? Metrodata Services can help! Here’s a look back at our best blog articles from 2020. Can I Run A Background Check on A Current Employee? Many companies conduct background screenings as part of their hiring process. But… what if… Read More »
Fun Things to Do During a Buffalo Winter (While Maintaining Social Distance)
It looks like COVID restrictions will persist throughout the next few months. This presents a challenge for those of us who live in colder climates. Don’t worry Western New York, we’ve got this. Five Fun Things to do During a Buffalo Winter (While Maintaining Social Distance) Ski Most local ski resorts plan to remain open… Read More »
How Frequently Should You Conduct Drug Screening Tests?
You want to keep your business and your workforce safe. And you realize routine drug screening discourages employees from reporting to work under the influence. So, how frequently should you run those drug screening tests? Factors to Consider When Setting the Frequency of Drug Screening Tests A Nationwide Increase in Positive Drug Tests Quest Diagnostics… Read More »
What Is Included in a National Criminal Background Check?
Companies often run criminal record searches as part of their pre-employment screening process. However, this phrase can refer to checks at the federal, national, state or county level. So, what’s included in a national criminal background check? And how does it differ from the others? What Is a National Criminal Background Check? A national criminal… Read More »
What Exactly Will a Background Check Tell Me If I Partner with You?
Your company has decided to run background checks on your employees in Western New York. That seems like a good plan. However, you may be wondering, “What exactly will a background check tell me?” Usually, the phrase background check is used broadly. While in reality, you’ll receive different information depending on the types of screenings… Read More »
Can a Background Check Predict Someone’s Future Behaviors?
Wouldn’t it be great if you could gaze into a crystal ball during the hiring process? Before you added anyone to your team, you would KNOW how well or how poorly they would eventually perform. Unfortunately, life isn’t that simple. However, running background checks in Buffalo, NY can give you part of the answer. What… Read More »
Metrodata Services Wins Fast Track Award
Each year Buffalo Business First recognizes the fastest growing companies in Western New York with their Fast Track awards. And for the fifth year in a row, Metrodata Services, Inc. earned a place on the list. This year, Metrodata Services finished in the #5 spot with a three-year revenue growth of 80.23%. Buffalo Business First… Read More »
Background Screening Trends to be Mindful of in the Modern Workplace
If your company runs background checks for employment, you know the rules are complex and ever-changing. So, what does your organization need to know to stay up to date? Here are the top background screening trends to be mindful of in the modern workplace. Background Checks for Gig Workers A 2018 NPR/Marist poll found that… Read More »
Metrodata Attends 2020 PBSA “Virtual” Annual Conference
To provide our clients with the best possible service, the team at Metrodata Services works diligently to stay up to date on the latest background screening trends. This September, we were thrilled to attend the 2020 Professional Background Screening Association’s (PBSA) Annual Conference. As with so many other recent events, this year’s conference was virtual.… Read More »