PeopleCheck automate the background screening process to scale checks without limit

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The change in legislation was a once-in-a-generation perfect storm. The automation that’s come off the back of digital identity enables us to deliver swift onboarding and a platform that’s on the leading-edge of user experience and smart technology.” 

David Hutchinson
People Check CEO

PeopleCheck is the UK’s leading background check provider.

We helped them:

  • Meet the digital ID checking requirements for right to work and DBS.
  • Automate significant parts of the screening process.
  • Scale from 1 check to 1,800 in the same time.

 

Solution: Right to Work
Industry: Background screening

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