Welcome to the New First Advantage
First Advantage and Sterling are coming together to transform the screening industry.
What the Acquisition Means for You.
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Transforming Together
Our combined strength as one leading global provider of screening services allows us to provide exceptional customer service and deep market expertise, built on a foundation of innovation and AI-driven technology. Employers across all industries can rely on the combined company to deliver an expanded suite of background screening and identity verification solutions.
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Our Unified Commitment
Our mission: to empower our customers to Hire Smarter, Onboard Faster, and safeguard their most valuable asset: their people.
Our Shared Goals
As First Advantage and Sterling unite, we maintain a steadfast dedication to offering high-quality, cost-effective solutions, delivering exceptional customer service, and producing fast, innovative experiences for customers and applicants.
The Key to Our Success
Our success will come from integrating First Advantage and Sterling’s powerful capabilities, offering broader services and innovative solutions. This milestone acquisition positions us for mutual benefits and exceptional customer service with expanded screening and identity verification solutions.
FAST: First Advantage + Sterling Transform
We’re working together to transform the screening, identity and human resources technology industries. Our collective vision is to help you Hire Smarter. Onboard Faster®.
What questions can we answer for you?
Read All FAQsIt’s an acronym for First Advantage and Sterling Transform (FAST) as two companies unite to revolutionize the background screening industry.
As the acquiring company, First Advantage owns Sterling and all its subsidiaries such as Vault Workforce Screening and National Crime Check (NCC).
Please see the press release here.