TazWorks Software

Overview

TazWorks Software is a screening suite for professional background-screening agencies and consumer reporting agencies. It is best suited to teams coordinating varied searches, candidate intake, and processor workloads in one operation. Its value rests on that operational coverage; the software uses custom pricing, so buyers must discuss cost with TazWorks.

Key features

TazCloud hosts screening applications, management, and reporting in a public cloud intended to support agencies of different sizes. Agencies can choose integrated data providers and adjust filters to shape search results. That control can help match checks to service requirements and manage search costs, but it also means the provider and filter choices matter to the quality of each workflow.

Supported checks include criminal records, identity, employment, education, and driving history. Candidate applications and disclosures can be customized and sent by email or SMS, with mobile-enabled apps supporting candidate messaging. TazWorks says 90% of candidates who start an application complete it; that is the vendor’s stated figure, not a result agencies should assume for every process.

TazWorkload Manager assigns searches by type and jurisdiction, sets service-level agreements, and distributes work among processors. This is a practical fit for agencies managing multiple queues and turnaround targets. TazInsights adds preconfigured reports and dashboards for profitability and performance, giving managers a way to review both operational results and business performance.

Integrations include HR and property management systems, with named HR connections such as iCIMS, Greenhouse, PageUp, Bullhorn, Jobvite, NeoGov, and BambooHR. TazAPI Advanced uses JSON; TazAPI Basic uses XML. Buyers choosing between them can assess which format fits their integration needs. TazWorks states that its screening tools comply with PCI DSS and SOC 2 Type 2. TazSupport offers live and self-service help, while TazHelp provides in-software walkthroughs and knowledge-base access.

Pricing

TazWorks Software: custom pricing; contact TazWorks for details. There is no public software price to compare against a budget, so organizations will need a vendor quote before weighing the suite’s operational breadth against its cost.

Platforms

TazWorks supports web, Android, and iOS, and offers API access. Its cloud services run on TazCloud and are accessible through an open API. Support office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time; support is closed on weekends, which may be a drawback for agencies that need weekend assistance.

Who it's for

TazWorks is aimed at full-service background-screening agencies, screening professionals, and consumer reporting agencies. It is a stronger fit for operations that need configurable search inputs, candidate communications, workload assignment, and reporting together than for buyers whose first requirement is a publicly comparable price.

Pros and cons

Broad screening coverage: criminal, identity, employment, education, and driving-history checks support varied screening workflows.

Operational routing: assigning work by search type and jurisdiction, with service-level targets and processor distribution, addresses the coordination demands of agency queues.

Configurable candidate and search workflows: customized applications, email and SMS delivery, and adjustable data filters let agencies shape intake and searches.

Custom pricing: buyers cannot assess software cost from a published price before contacting the vendor.

Weekday support hours: the stated schedule leaves weekend support unavailable.

Alternatives

Consider Background Check Software to compare the wider category. Certn Tenant Screening is an option for buyers looking for individually priced identity verification or right-to-work checks: its listed plans charge £3 as a one-time purchase and £6, paid once, respectively. SpringVerify is another paid alternative for buyers comparing screening products across web and mobile platforms.

IntelliCorp is worth considering when a listed Standard plan covering SSN verification, sanctions, criminal database, sex offender, and corrections searches suits the need. Neotas offers custom quotes based on service, search depth, and monthly volume for buyers assessing a quote-led alternative.

PeopleCheck may suit buyers looking for priced individual checks, including a Basic DBS Check at £32, paid once and an Adverse Social Media check at £50, paid once, both plus VAT. ClearStar is another paid option with a listed Standard plan that includes a national criminal database search, the first three county court criminal checks with pass-through fees, and one education verification.

First Advantage is a candidate for small businesses seeking pay-as-you-go checks with no setup fees or minimum screening volume; its Small Business Background Checks plan has no listed price. IDfy Background Verification may suit organizations that want a free trial package after estimating their background-verification needs.

Verdict

Choose TazWorks if you run a professional screening agency or consumer reporting operation that needs configurable candidate intake, search routing, and performance reporting in a cloud suite. Its strongest reason to buy is the combination of agency-oriented workload management and screening coverage. Look elsewhere if you need a published price to qualify products before speaking with a vendor or require weekend support.