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Background screening is important because it protects an organization’s property, assets, reputation, brand and ultimately its biggest asset, its people. According to HR.com, 53% of job applications contain inaccurate information, with 34% of all application forms containing outright lies about experience, education and the ability to perform the basic functions of the job. Resume lies include exaggerated job titles and responsibilities, falsification of education credentials, inflated salaries, misrepresentation of dates and employment and falsifications stating candidates are eligible to work in a particular country. According to Bradford Smart in Topgrading 201: How to Avoid Costly Mis-Hires, the average cost of a mis-hire is four times the annual salary for supervisors and up to 15 times the annual salary for executives. The numbers could go even higher if the employee commits fraud on the job. The workforce is changing in Canada. The contingent workforce is growing and impacting the Canadian economy. Job candidates expect a great experience. Every single touch point that occurs between a job prospect and organization will define a candidate’s unique experience. Touch points include career website visits, application processes, conversations with recruiters, interview scheduling, career fairs and job offers. Organizations aim to deliver both a consistent and positive experience for everyone. Background screening helps firms hire a rapidly evolving workforce.