Why Fast, Compliant Background Screening Is Key to Reducing Time to Hire
In today’s candidate-driven job market, speed and efficiency are critical to hiring success. Employers are competing for top talent that disappears from the market in days—not weeks. A slow or fragmented screening process—whether it’s background checks, drug testing, or occupational health services—can create delays that cost you your next great hire.
At WorkforceQA, we help employers reduce time to hire through integrated, fast, and fully compliant screening and occupational health solutions—built for today’s hiring landscape.
⏱ What Is Time to Hire?
Time to hire is a key hiring metric that measures how long it takes from when a candidate applies to when they accept a job offer and complete all required pre-employment screenings. It’s often confused with time to fill, which is the total time from job requisition approval to when the role is filled—but time to hire focuses on candidate experience and hiring team efficiency.
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Time to hire is really about how quickly a business can identify the right candidate, take action, and overcome any obstacles that might delay the process,” says Brandon Bulcroft, Director of Channel Partnerships at WorkforceQA.
🎯 Why Time to Hire Matters
The best candidates are in demand—and they know it. Many are fielding multiple offers, which means your organization must be prepared to act quickly, especially when pre-employment screenings like background checks, drug testing, or occupational health exams are required.
Here’s why time to hire can make or break your recruitment efforts:
- Faster hires mean better talent: The longer the process drags on, the more likely top candidates will take another offer.
- Improved candidate experience: A smooth and efficient process builds trust with candidates and increases the chances they’ll say “yes.”
- Enhanced employer brand: Companies known for efficient hiring become more attractive to job seekers.
- Reduced costs: Unfilled positions slow productivity and can cost thousands per day in lost output.
🛠 How to Improve Your Time to Hire
Shortening your time to hire doesn’t mean lowering your standards—it means optimizing your process for both speed and quality. Here’s how organizations can gain an edge:
✅ Use a Streamlined Applicant Tracking System (ATS)
An ATS that integrates seamlessly with your screening provider helps eliminate delays between candidate selection, communication, and onboarding.
✅ Enable Remote I-9 Verification
With tools like remote Section 1 & 2 I-9 verification, companies can onboard employees quickly and compliantly—regardless of location.
✅ Prioritize Fast, Accurate Background Screening
WorkforceQA’s rapid turnaround screening solutions deliver high-quality results without delay. Active retrieval processes ensure you get results as fast as possible, minimizing hold-ups.
✅ Simplify the Screening Process
Making drug testing, physicals, and occupational health screenings convenient and accessible helps reduce candidate drop-off and keep your hiring timeline on track.
✅ Invest in the Candidate Experience
Think of recruitment like marketing: you’re selling your brand to potential hires. A candidate-centric process—clear communication, quick feedback, and defined timelines—can be a major differentiator.
“Recruiting is no different than marketing. Companies must understand what candidates want and position themselves to move quickly and decisively,” says Bulcroft.
📈 The WorkforceQA Advantage
At WorkforceQA, we help companies accelerate hiring without cutting corners. Our integrated screening solutions, remote services, and dedicated client support are designed to reduce friction, eliminate delays, and ensure your hiring process is both fast and compliant.
In a market where candidates—not companies—have the upper hand, moving quickly matters. Companies that reduce their time to hire will be best positioned to secure top talent, enhance their employer brand, and retain high performers for the long term.
🟢 Ready to Speed Up Your Hiring Process?
If your current hiring timeline is costing you top candidates, it’s time to upgrade your screening process. WorkforceQA delivers fast, compliant background screening, drug testing, and occupational health solutions that move at the speed of hiring.
👉 Contact us today and schedule a demo to see how we can help reduce your time to hire—safely and confidently.
