ClearStar vs TazWorks Software

ClearStar provides employment screening services, including background checks and health screenings. Its listed options include pre-employment screening, drug and occupational health checks, employee monitoring, social media screening and Smart Screen by Equifax. The social media service uses AI-enhanced analysis to flag risk patterns. Candidates can receive one invitation by text and email for all services. ClearStar says it connects with ATS platforms including SAP, Paycor, Workday, Eightfold.ai, Dayforce, SmartRecruiters and Employ, and describes partner integrations as API-driven. It says its global searches cover more than 230 countries. Listed credentials include ISO 27001:2013, ISO 27018:2019 and ISO 27701:2019 certifications, plus a SOC 2 Type 2 report. Its regulatory support includes FCRA and EEOC expertise, GDPR readiness and participation in EU-U.S., UK and Swiss-U.S. Data Privacy Frameworks. ClearStar lists industries including healthcare, manufacturing, retail, staffing and transportation among those it serves. Founded in 1995, it is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. Pricing is customized around screening mix and compliance requirements, and is available on request. No free plan or free trial is listed.

TazWorks Software is a screening suite for professional background screeners, screening agencies, and consumer reporting agencies. It provides applications, workflow management, and reporting for full-service screening operations, with listed coverage for criminal records, identity, employment, education, and driving history. The software runs on TazCloud, a public-cloud network described as scalable for agencies of any size and accessible through an open API. Users can select integrated data providers and customize search filters. Candidate applications and disclosures can be tailored and sent by email or SMS, and mobile-enabled apps support candidate messaging. TazWorkload Manager assigns searches by type and jurisdiction, sets service level agreements, and distributes work among processors. TazInsights provides reports and dashboards for profitability and performance analysis. The product integrates with HR and property management systems; named connections include iCIMS, Greenhouse, PageUp, Bullhorn, Jobvite, NeoGov, and BambooHR. TazAPI Advanced uses JSON, while TazAPI Basic uses XML. The vendor states that the software is SOC 2 Type 2 and PCI DSS compliant. Pricing is available by contacting TazWorks.