Kress Employment Screening Launches Market Research Survey
Houston (PRWEB) July 24, 2007 -- Kress Employment Screening (http://www.kressinc.com), a licensed investigations company that provides employers with background checks, today announced that it is in the midst of a market research survey to study companies' background screening practices. Participate in the "2007 Background Screening Trends" survey (http://www.eqr1.com/sw.pcm?n=T04333&data=5~~src~1) now.
Background screening is a necessity for most companies, but few fully capitalize on this process. However, background screening can yield better employees and can also lower overall HR costs. The study seeks to uncover companies' background screening practices, from the HR services outsourced to the criteria used to select a background screening provider. Key findings from the report will include:
?Background screening best practices
?Maximizing the value of background screens
?Outsourcing best practices
?Hiring best practices
?Retention
All participants in the study will receive a complimentary copy of the "2007 Background Screening Trends" (http://www.eqr1.com/sw.pcm?n=T04333&data=5~~src~1) report based on the study's findings and industry leader insight. In addition, all survey participants will be entered in a drawing to win a $250 American Express® gift card. To be a part of this research study, go to http://www.eqr1.com/sw.pcm?n=T04333&data=5~~src~1
"This is a very exciting study because we will be able to understand how companies select, interact and rate background screening providers," said Jeff Rackler, CEO of Kress Employment Screening. "We'll be able to see the differences in best practices between companies of all sizes, types and in a variety of industries, and therefore gain a better understanding of what companies are looking for in a background screening provider."
To participate in the study, go to http://www.eqr1.com/sw.pcm?n=T04333&data=5~~src~1 .
About Kress Employment Screening
Kress Employment Screening is a licensed investigations company (TX-A06712) that provides employers with background checks. Since 1990, they have been providing background checks to employers that believe that quality information leads to a quality workforce. Focusing on good customer service, customized packages and real solutions for the HR community, Kress is an important part of the HR team for companies nationwide. Visit www.kressinc.com for more information.
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