Verified First, a background screening partner for HR and talent teams, has been named one of the top enterprise pre-employment screening providers in HRO Today's 2026 Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings. The company secured a spot on the Enterprise list, which this year includes only 10 providers, and ranked in all four categories: #5 in Enterprise Size of Deals Leaders, #7 in Overall Enterprise Leaders, #7 in Enterprise Breadth of Service Leaders, and #7 in Enterprise Quality of Service Leaders.
The recognition matters because the Baker's Dozen is based entirely on feedback from organizations that purchase screening services. Each year, HRO Today asks buyers to rate providers on breadth of service, size of deals, and quality of service, then combines those scores into an overall ranking. Many HR leaders use the list as an independent benchmark when building a shortlist or running an RFP. For Verified First, the rankings signal strong client satisfaction across key areas that directly affect hiring outcomes.
Verified First's highest ranking this year, #5 in Size of Deals, reflects the trust organizations place in the company to support large, high-volume hiring programs. The Breadth of Service ranking highlights its ability to deliver a full range of screening services from a single partner, including background checks, drug testing, I-9 and E-Verify, and verifications. The Quality of Service ranking points to the company's dedicated account managers and PBSA-accredited client care team, which support every client from day one.
"This recognition comes from our clients, and that's the scorecard that matters most. It belongs to our team, who show up every day to deliver accurate, fast results our clients can count on. We're grateful for the trust. Our plan for 2027 is simple, keep listening to our clients and keep getting better together," said Jim Miles, CEO of Verified First.
Verified First pairs a people-first approach with ongoing investment in integration technology. Its team learns how each client hires, then builds a screening program that moves candidates faster, lowers compliance risk, and fits the platforms HR teams already use. This approach is particularly relevant as employers face pressure to streamline hiring while maintaining compliance.
The full 2026 Baker's Dozen results are available at HRO Today; more information about Verified First's recognition is available here. The company will continue to build on its commitment to client care throughout 2027.
