A consumer reporting agency’s (CRA) decision to automate some or all of their criminal background screening research can offer several business benefits – most notably keeping labor costs low. But it can be difficult to determine if it’s better to build an internal automation solution or partner with an automation provider. Creating the background screening automation platform in house can offer several benefits, including no per-search cost, complete control, and continuity and independence. Using a third-party provider, however, includes zero development and maintenance costs, access to the most qualified subject matter experts, fully-vetted sources and liability protection.
