--- title: Orsus Group Blog | The Orsus Group description: Orsus Group Blog --- [ 877-575-1476 ](tel:8775751476) ![icon](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/hubfs/raw_assets/public/TheOrsusGroup_August2022/images/menu-icon.svg) - Services - [Background Checks](https://theorsusgroup.com/background-checks/) - [Global Investigations](https://theorsusgroup.com/global-investigations/) - [HR Consulting](https://theorsusgroup.com/hr-consultants/) - [About](https://theorsusgroup.com/about/) - [Our Leadership Team](https://theorsusgroup.com/our-leadership-team/) - [Blog](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/) - Resources - [HR Resources](https://theorsusgroup.com/hr-resources/) - [Consumer Info](https://theorsusgroup.com/consumer-resource/) - [Client Login](https://orders.theorsusgroup.com/) - [Contact Us](https://theorsusgroup.com/contact/) ## [Marijuana Rescheduling: Employer FAQs on Workplace Drug Screening](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/marijuana-rescheduling) Recent federal action directing the review of marijuana’s classification under the Controlled Substances Act has raised questions for employers about whether their drug screening programs will need to change. The short answer is no, at least not right now. ## [What Is ID Verification and Why It Matters for Hiring Managers](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/what-is-id-verification-and-why-it-matters-for-hiring-managers) In today’s hiring environment, speed and accuracy often compete for attention. HR teams are tasked with filling roles quickly while maintaining compliance and protecting company security. Yet one of the most critical steps in the process, verifying a candidate’s identity, is too often overlooked or[…] ## [The True Cost of Employment Verifications](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/cost-of-employment-verifications) Employment verification remains an indispensable part of an in-depth background screening process, especially for government contractors and employers in healthcare, finance, and other high-risk industries. Nevertheless, steeply rising costs, hidden fees, and underwhelming clearance rates continue[…] ## [The Benefits of Social Media Screening in Today’s Hiring Process](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/the-benefits-of-social-media-screening) In a digital-first world, the online presence of your employees can have a direct impact on your organization’s reputation, culture, and bottom line. For leadership roles, client-facing positions, and other high-visibility roles, a resume and interview alone may not provide the whole picture.[…] ## [Orsus Gateway: Transforming Candidate Verification with Transparency and Control](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/orsus-gateway-transforming-candidate-verification-with-transparency-and-control) Candidate verification is something almost every business, from small businesses to Fortune 500 companies, should be doing. Verification isn’t only for the employer, however. Transparency keeps employees better informed of where they stand in the hiring process, and that’s precisely why the[…] ## [The Orsus Group Reaccredited by PBSA](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/the-orsus-group-reaccredited-by-pbsa) We are proud to announce that The Group has once again achieved reaccreditation from the Professional Background Screening Association (PBSA) under theUS Employment Screening Standard Version 3.0. This prestigious recognition reaffirms our unwavering commitment to excellence, accountability, and[…] ## [Background Checks Show Employment History and Verification](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/employment-history-and-verification) With the absence of verbal cues and body language, it’s difficult determining the validity of something written. ## [Understanding the Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/understanding-the-fair-chance-to-compete-for-jobs-act) The Fair Chance to Compete for Jobs Act, also known as the "Ban the Box" law, aims to provide individuals with a criminal record a fair chance at employment by prohibiting federal contractors and agencies from inquiring about criminal history until a conditional job offer is made. Understanding and[…] ## [Minnesota Clean Slate Law: What Employers Need to Know for 2025](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/minnesota-clean-slate-law-what-employers-need-to-know-for-2025) Effective January 1, 2025, Minnesota's Clean Slate Law introduces new expungement rules that will impact hiring practices. Employers must update their policies to comply with this law and ensure fair treatment of job applicants with qualifying criminal records. ## [The Critical Role of Corporate Security: Insights from a Seasoned Security Leader](https://blog.theorsusgroup.com/the-critical-role-of-corporate-security) In light of a recent incident that underscored the importance of proactive corporate security, it’s an ideal time to revisit why security is not just a luxury for businesses—it’s a necessity. 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