Partnership Overview
First Advantage (NASDAQ: FA) is a global software and data company. We provide comprehensive, end-to-end identity solutions, criminal background screening, credential verifications, drug and health screening, and continuous risk monitoring.
Combining AI-powered proprietary technology platforms with proprietary data, primary source data, and third-party data, we help organizations hire with confidence and manage risk across the entire employee lifecycle.
With over 80,000 customers worldwide—including approximately 66% of the Fortune 100—we deliver fast, comprehensive, and reliable solutions for employers, their candidates, and their employees. We conduct more than 200 million screens annually across over 200 countries and territories, supported by our verticalized go-to-market strategy, decades of experience, and proprietary databases containing over 1 billion records.
Key Integration Benefits
First Advantage has partnered with Fountain since 2019 to offer fast, thorough, and efficient background check and digital identity solutions that help organizations make confident hiring decisions.
We understand that every hiring program is unique. We offer a pre-built integration option with Fountain for mutual customers, with benefits including:
- Access to a wide range of identity and background screening solutions such as identity verification, criminal record searches, verifications (education, employment, and credentials), onboarding, post-hire monitoring, and more.
- Gain fast and thorough results through an automation-powered platform paired with human oversight.
- Simplify and accelerate screening and onboarding with streamlined, user-friendly workflows for your recruiters and candidates.
- Stay up to date on local and international screening requirements and regulations with the help of our in-house compliance experts.
Please note: In October 2024, First Advantage completed its acquisition of Sterling. All integrations on Sterling’s platforms remain active and supported.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the First Advantage integration with Fountain work?
The First Advantage integration with Fountain lets you easily initiate background checks and receive order status updates and a final reporting link, all directly from within Fountain.
How can I set up an integration with First Advantage?
Once you submit an integration request with First Advantage, our implementation experts work with your team and with Fountain to identify your needs, scope out the project, and quickly launch your integrated solution.
If you’re not a current First Advantage customer, reach out to us here.