This may be obvious, but… international is HOT right now! If you are reading this blog and considering expanding your international screening capabilities, you’re on the right track and in the right place.
Companies expanding globally understand that protecting their workforce, customers, and reputation starts with thorough, reliable background checks. For global enterprises and businesses entering new markets across borders, a well-structured international screening process helps mitigate risk, maintain compliance, and ensure trust and safety.
As we mentioned previously, international background screening is incredibly complex, and choosing the right data partner is critical. Whether you're a Consumer Reporting Agency (CRA), background screening company, or a business managing a global workforce, it's imperative to partner with a data provider that simplifies complexity, enhances efficiency, and ensures accuracy in global screening.
Key Qualities to Look for in a Data Provider
Not all providers are created equal, and the right one can be the difference between seamless growth and operational headaches. An effective data provider ensures a smooth, trusted screening process, that verifies candidate credentials efficiently while adhering to local regulations.
We’re here to help guide you in the right direction. Here are a few areas to consider when evaluating an international data provider:
1. Expertise in International Requirements and Data Sources
Requirements for background check components vary from country to country and product to product. With more than 200 countries and territories to cover, your data provider should have expert knowledge of:
- Country-specific regulations to ensure compliance and minimize delays.
- When to use direct sources vs. third-party databases for faster, more accurate education and employment verifications.
- Optimal methods for accessing employment and education records worldwide.
2. Comprehensive Guidance and Support
A trusted partner does more than just deliver data—they guide you through the process. Look for a partner that offers:
- Transparent documentation outlining procedural requirements, source lists, and available product options.
- A dedicated team of international screening experts who provide guidance and support when you need it.
3. Multilingual Capabilities
Communication barriers can slow down the process. A quality provider employs specialists fluent in multiple languages who can communicate directly with sources in their native tongue. This eliminates misunderstandings, reduces delays, and ensures accuracy.
4. Proven Performance and Process Reliability
A reliable data provider continually tracks and refines their processes through key performance indicators such as turnaround times, unable-to-verify rates (for verifications), and compliance tracking. Proactive management of these metrics ensures quality, consistency, and reliability in international screenings.
5. Foundational Excellence – Cybersecurity, Accuracy, Customer Service, etc.
Beyond international capabilities, your data provider should excel in core areas such as cybersecurity and data protection to safeguard sensitive information, accuracy and consistency in reporting for accurate hiring decisions, and customer service and responsiveness to support you when challenges arise.
For a comprehensive guide to evaluating your data partners for sustainable growth and success, check out our eBook, "How to Evaluate Your Background Screening Data Provider."
How InformData Simplifies International Screening
With international background checks on the rise, CRAs that offer international screening gain a competitive edge. But those that partner with the right data provider—one that eliminates the burden of tracking international requirements—achieve even greater operational efficiency. Here’s how InformData stands out:
- Transparency: We provide step-by-step country-specific instruction packets for most of our products, outlining sources, access requirements, and instructions so organizations don’t have to navigate complex international regulations alone.
- Industry-Leading Product Knowledge & Support: Our team has dedicated years to mastering international screening product knowledge. If you have a question, our team of experts has the answer. Unlike other providers, we don’t leave you guessing—as mentioned above, we provide instruction packets tailored to each country’s unique requirements. We have a dedicated expert focused on maintaining documentation, so our partners always have the latest insights at their fingertips.
- Interactive Coverage Map for Easy Access to Requirements: Our interactive coverage map allows clients to click on a country and instantly access detailed background check requirements, necessary documents, and available products.
In addition to simplifying the international background check process, we stand out by offering a suite of ancillary products, such as Bankruptcy Records, Civil Records, Credit Reports, Motor Vehicle Records (MVR), and more. Plus, our integration capabilities enable organizations to seamlessly connect to our API for improved stability and efficiency.
Expand Internationally with Confidence
Expanding internationally doesn’t have to be complicated. InformData provides the expertise, documentation, and support, enabling CRAs to:
- Lower the cost of ownership for international background checks
- Improve operational efficiency
- Simplify compliance and regulatory tracking
- Deliver superior service to global enterprise clients
If you’re looking to launch or enhance your international background check services, InformData is the trusted partner to help you navigate global complexities with ease.
Let’s simplify international screening together. Contact InformData today to get started.
