## [What 100 Years of Background Checks Teach Us About Smarter Hiring](/content/what-100-years-of-background-checks-teach-us-about-smarter-hiring/index.html)

Background checks have become a cornerstone of modern hiring, but their origins trace back more than a century. Initially developed to safeguard workplaces and reduce risk, they have evolved alongside shifts in legislation, technology, and social values. As we reflect...