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Five ways to go paperless in your HR department
Paperless Employee – The How and Why Many years after the advent of computers, the paperless HR department still remains an elusive goal for many managers. And who could blame them? HR is a department teeming with processes, procedures, and all sorts of legal requirements – most of which are very much paper-based. To go…
How AllWork increased scale, onboarding speed, and client satisfaction with Smart I-9
AllWork faced delays in I-9 verification due to a slow, manual process, particularly during peak hiring times. By implementing WorkBright’s remote I-9 solution, they streamlined onboarding, increasing efficiency by 3.5 times and reducing the onboarding time from five days to as little as 24 hours, allowing the team to focus on more important tasks.
A quick start: Toole's Garage cuts onboarding time to just 10 minutes
Toole’s Garage transformed their onboarding process by adopting WorkBright’s digital solution, effectively reducing paperwork time to just 10 minutes and enhancing document management between their two locations. This shift not only improved efficiency but also fostered trust and a positive experience for new employees
Sep 17, 2024
Mastering compliance: A step-by-step guide on how to conduct an I-9 audit
Employee I-9s are among one of organizations’ most error-prone and most important processes. One small error for an individual employee can amount to a fine in the thousands of dollars—let alone when you’re dealing with a workforce of thousands. Running an I-9 audit is your failsafe to not only avoid compliance penalties, but so you…
Aug 5, 2024
The ABCs of Form I-9 compliance: Ensuring your workforce is verified
Good I-9 compliance processes are good for your business. Get the process (and the paperwork) right, and you’ll drive value more quickly from your workforce, as well as avoid some hefty fines. But get it wrong, and it could end up as front-page news. Back in 2010, fashion retailer Abercrombie & Fitch found this out…
Jul 16, 2024
From confusion to clarity: A deep dive into I-9 and E-Verify compliance
Since August 1, 2023, employers have had the option to switch to fully remote I-9 verification during onboarding for new employees. No more inspecting every work authorization document in person. No more scheduling and setting up time for new hires to come into the office for onboarding. It’s a massive time savings for employers and…
Jul 5, 2024
Key Insights for Gig Employers: California Proposition 22 Update
The gig economy’s future hinges on an upcoming ruling from the California Supreme Court. Key players like Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash are in a legal battle that could redefine how the gig economy operates. California’s Proposition 22—the case currently under review—carries massive implications for gig employers.
Jul 2, 2024
Navigating Form I-9 acceptable documents: Enhance verification efficiency
In the days leading up to welcoming a new hire cohort into your company, it’s full steam ahead: the offers are signed, the trainings are scheduled, and now, you just have to ensure the onboarding paperwork is on track. What could slow you down? For many HR teams, completing Form I-9 and acceptable document verification…
Jun 3, 2024
WorkBright teams up with Thomas & Company to elevate onboarding solutions
At WorkBright, our mission is to empower people to get to work faster. Part of that commitment includes working with partners to extend our mission and drive accelerated hiring and growth across new horizons. It’s in that spirit that we are pleased to announce our newest partnership with Thomas & Company! Thomas & Company is…
May 17, 2024
How to verify Form I-9 for remote employees
Form I-9, or the Employment Eligibility Verification form, verifies the identity and employment authorization of any individual hired to work in the United States. All citizens and non-citizens must complete this form at their time of hire. The employer (or an authorized representative) also has a role in completing this form for each employee. Specifically,…
May 2, 2024
How technology can drive success for staffing agencies
Embracing technology in the hiring process isn’t just an unexplored possibility — it’s a reality. Technology is continuing to reshape how we hire, meaning we can source quality candidates, pinpoint skills, and evaluate fit — all within a fully digital landscape. According to 2023 data by Employ, Inc, 59% of recruiting teams are planning to…
Apr 18, 2024
Revolutionizing staffing: Exploring recruitment software for the modern firm
For high-volume staffing agencies, it’s no secret that the workload for individual staffing recruiters can be intense. This is especially true for agencies hiring gig workers or in high-volume industries like healthcare, hospitality, and manufacturing. To be effective and land the best talent, you need a top-notch tech stack that can consolidate and streamline how…
Apr 9, 2024
Feature launch | Compliance Plus
For HR professionals, staying compliant with ever-changing state and federal regulations can be a daunting task, especially when hiring across multiple states. At WorkBright, we understand this challenge, and we’re thrilled to introduce our newest offering designed to simplify your onboarding compliance: Compliance Plus! What is Compliance Plus? Compliance Plus is an optional enhancement to…
Apr 8, 2024
Unlock the competitive edge with accelerated hiring for your agency
Start to finish, how long does it take you to recruit a new candidate? Research by Josh Bersin Company and AMS put the average time-to-hire at an all-time high of 44 days. How does your recruitment agency compare? It’s increasingly challenging to land the right staff as competition among agencies and employers heats up for…
Apr 4, 2024
The complete guide to Form I-9 Alternative Procedure
I-9 Alternative procedure In today’s working environment, every organization needs two key things to make their new hires’ first week a resounding success: A top-notch onboarding experience, and a seamless, compliant process for verifying employment eligibility. But as remote work continues to grow in popularity, it’s making this new hire compliance just a little more…
Mar 7, 2024
Elevate your recruitment: Top sourcing strategies for staffing agencies in 2024
For modern staffing firms operating in a dramatically changed landscape from just a few years ago, it’s no secret that the old sourcing strategies are no longer making the cut. Many tried-and-tested sourcing techniques — ads in newspapers and trade journals or in-person networking at trade shows or institutional events — are fading. Candidates have…
Feb 29, 2024
The ten best questions to ask when checking references
A hasty hiring decision can be costly. Take the time to do your due diligence to ensure you hire the right person for the job. Any good hiring manager will tell you that rushing to make a hire will only get you into trouble. In addition to social media checks, background checks, and standard job…
Feb 22, 2024
What to do if an employee falls asleep at work
Work can be exhausting. Clocking in every day, doing work that doesn’t make us excited, and thinking about unrelated life issues can all cause us to zone out at work. Before you know it, a session to rest your eyes becomes a full-blown office nap. According to a recent survey of over 1,000 employees across…
Feb 22, 2024
Ten essential elements of an effective job ad
Writing an effective job ad is a crucial step in the hiring process. It’s easy to write a basic ad and post it online in just a few minutes, but in order to attract top talent, an effective announcement will help you get the candidate results you want. Crafting a job ad that’s as effective…
Feb 21, 2024
12 items to include in every new hire paperwork packet
Streamlining the onboarding process is essential for HR professionals. New hire paperwork needs to include the correct forms to ensure efficiency when companies bring a new employee on board. New hire paperwork and documentation are important in helping employees hit the ground running and providing a seamless onboarding experience. The collection and management of new…
Feb 15, 2024
Should employers use social media to screen job candidates?
Social media is everywhere. Billions of people use social media on a daily basis to create, share, and exchange ideas, messages, and information. Both individuals and businesses post regularly to engage and interact with people from around the world. It’s a powerful communication medium that provides immediate, frequent, permanent, and wide-reaching information. People post…
Feb 14, 2024
Valentine’s Day ideas for work
Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples anymore. The February celebration is often celebrated in the workplace, too. But it’s not all about the lovey-dovey stuff, like heart-shaped candies or romantic dinners. Celebrating Valentine’s Day in the workplace can boost morale, creating a vibe of appreciation, kindness, and good relationships among colleagues. Many companies might not…
Feb 8, 2024
Before the switch: Your complete guide to onboarding automation implementation
Your employees’ first weeks at your organization are characterized by a blur of new faces, a mountain of paperwork, and a good dose of the jitters. These initial experiences throughout the onboarding process can shape their entire perception of their new role. When your employees have a great onboarding experience, they feel welcomed and valued….
Feb 1, 2024
Everything you need to know about Form I-9
As an employer, it’s more important than ever that you can guarantee all your employees are authorized to work in the US. Your most important security measure is the federal I-9 form. But things have changed in the past year. A new version of Form I-9 was released, and the procedures for verifying and certifying…
Jan 26, 2024
Master remote I-9 verification: A guide to completion without costly errors
If you’re a US employer, one of your most crucial duties is to guarantee all your employees are authorized to work in the US. Any slip-ups — even accidental — can land you in hot water if you are audited by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). But if you have staff who work remotely,…
Jan 11, 2024
Benefits of employee onboarding automation
Welcoming new employees into a business is an exciting milestone. But, if not done well, it can become a maze of paperwork, processes, and potential pitfalls. A complex and overwhelming onboarding process can lead to a negative first impression, resulting in decreased employee engagement and potentially higher turnover rates. That’s why many companies are turning…
Jan 4, 2024
Understanding Form I-9: Important updates for 2023
Form I-9 is a U.S. government document used to verify the identity and employment eligibility of individuals hired for work in the United States. Mandated by the Department of Homeland Security, employers are required to ensure that every hired employee, regardless of citizenship or immigrant status, completes this form. As part of ongoing refinements to…
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