- First Advantage (FA, Financial) has released its 2025 Global Trends Report, highlighting key developments in background screening worldwide.
- The report identifies accelerated speed and automation, enhanced regulatory compliance, and increased identity fraud solutions as major trends.
- 52% of UK applicants now use touchless digital identification in screening processes.
First Advantage Corporation (FA), a prominent player in the global software and data sector for HR technology, has unveiled its 2025 Global Trends Report. This comprehensive study, derived from extensive surveys and analysis of anonymized data from 80,000 organizations across over 200 countries, shines a spotlight on significant trends in the background screening landscape.
One of the key revelations of the report is the acceleration of processes due to enhanced automation. In 2024, particularly in the United States, the demand for quicker background screenings surged, leading to substantially reduced turnaround times for criminal background checks. This development has enabled employers to onboard candidates more rapidly while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Another critical trend identified is the balancing act between speed and regulatory compliance. Companies are leveraging advanced screening technology to simplify hiring processes without compromising adherence to evolving global regulations.
Furthermore, the report notes a growing focus on identity fraud solutions. Companies are increasingly implementing fraud mitigation tools to enhance security and reduce risk in complex regulatory environments. Notably, in the UK, 52% of applicants use touchless digital identification methods, while 9% provide share codes to validate their right to work.
Insights from this report span across various sectors such as healthcare, retail, hospitality, transportation, education, and government, reflecting the diverse verticals influenced by these screening trends. The findings will be presented in a webinar titled "2025 Global Screening Trends Revealed" on May 15, 2025, at 11 AM ET.
