Every background check starts with a simple but essential question: is the person being screened who they claim to be? Background checks rely on accurate personal identifiers such as a candidate’s legal name and date of birth. If that information is incorrect or inconsistent, screening results can be delayed, incomplete, or associated with the wrong individual. Verifying identity before screening begins helps create a stronger, more reliable starting point.
Strengthening Screening Outcomes
Employers need confidence in the information used to make hiring decisions. Identity-related risk, including stolen credentials and altered documents, can expose organizations to operational, legal, and reputational challenges.
A reliable identity verification step helps employers:
- Confirm candidate information before primary screening begins
- Reduce the risk of impersonation or fraudulent documentation
- Improve the accuracy and consistency of background check results
- Support compliance with applicable hiring regulations
- Minimize delays caused by discrepancies or mismatches
When identity is confirmed early, employers can move forward with greater assurance that screening results are tied to the correct individual.
How Verified Identity Documentation Works
To help employers strengthen this foundational step, Alliance 2020 offers Verified Identity Documentation through Cerebrum. This digital verification solution enables candidates to confirm their identity using a mobile device or computer as part of the screening process.
- A live selfie is securely matched to a government-issued ID to confirm ownership and authenticity
- Identity information is captured and verified in real time
- Results integrate smoothly into the screening process without adding unnecessary complexity for candidates
This approach builds confidence early while maintaining a straightforward candidate experience.
Confidence from the Start
Identity verification supports the integrity of the entire employment screening process. By confirming identity at the outset, employers help ensure that each report reflects the correct individual and accurate information.
Starting with verified identity strengthens the reliability of every check that follows and reinforces confident hiring decisions. If you have questions about incorporating identity verification into your screening process, contact us to learn more.
