AWSI

What AWSI does

DISA Global Solutions is a privately held workforce compliance and screening company founded in 1986 and headquartered in Houston, Texas. The company delivers mission-critical compliance solutions spanning the entire employee lifecycle—from hire to retirement—through a consolidated suite that includes pre- and post-hire background checks, drug and alcohol testing, occupational health services, DOT and transportation compliance, contractor and facility owner management, financial due diligence investigations, and entertainment compliance. DISA holds PBSA accreditation and operates under FCRA, DOT (49 CFR Part 40), HIPAA, and Texas DPS Private Security Program (license #A16141) compliance frameworks.

The technology layer consists of multiple proprietary platforms: DISA360 for consolidated compliance reporting and analytics, DISAWorks for screening workflow management, DISAScreen for configurable background check packages, DISA International for global screening, and DISAReady for driver lifecycle management. The platforms connect to 60+ ATS/HRIS systems (SAP, Oracle, Workday, iCIMS, Bullhorn, Greenhouse, JazzHR, Lever, UKG, Dayforce, Avionté, and others), and DISA maintains a direct integration as a Consumer Reporting Agency into the Veriforce contractor compliance platform—a status the company describes as exclusive.

DISA's business model is primarily subscription/recurring across multiple service lines, with quote-based pricing tailored to client needs. Go-to-market combines enterprise field sales targeting large organizations, inside sales with local client care teams for mid-market accounts, an extensive channel/integration partner ecosystem, and an annual Day with DISA conference as a flagship thought leadership event. The company employs approximately 1,200 people across 35 locations in the United States, Canada, the Netherlands, Sweden, Germany, and the United Kingdom, serves 55,000+ clients (including more than 30% of Fortune 500 companies), and delivers over 20 million screening results annually. Revenue is not publicly disclosed. John Peterson serves as President and CEO, having led the company for over 35 years.

Name

AWSI

Legal name

DISA Global Solutions, Inc.

Website

https://awsi.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DISA Global Solutions is a privately held workforce compliance and screening platform providing background checks, drug testing, occupational health, and DOT compliance services to more than 55,000 clients across North America and Europe, including over 30% of Fortune 500 companies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Workforce Compliance & Screening Services

NAICS

Investigation and Personal Background Check Services (561611)

SIC

Services-Employment Agencies (7361)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAKAEAA

Pre-Employment Background Checks & Screening

Business & Public Services/Security & Investigations Services/Private Investigation & Background Screening

SECONDARYBPACALAJ

Continuous Monitoring & Post-Hire Screening

Business & Public Services/HR, Staffing & Recruitment Services/Background Screening & Pre-Employment Verification

SECONDARYBPACALAH

Healthcare Sanctions & Exclusions Screening (OIG/SAM/OFAC)

Business & Public Services/HR, Staffing & Recruitment Services/Background Screening & Pre-Employment Verification

Keywords

• Background screening services
• Drug testing services
• Occupational health screening
• DOT compliance solutions
• Workforce compliance management

Headquarters

HQ city

Tustin

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Others

Revenue model

1. Background Screening Services: Comprehensive pre-employment and post-hire background screening including criminal history checks, employment verification, education verification, professional license verification, and credit reports
2. Drug Testing Services: DOT and non-DOT drug testing programs including specimen collection, laboratory analysis, and MRO review services
3. Occupational Health Services: Physical examinations, fitness-for-duty exams, DOT physicals, medical surveillance, injury care, immunizations, and on-site health services
4. DOT Compliance Services: Transportation compliance solutions including HOS tracking, ELD management, and driver qualification services
5. Financial Investigative Services (FIS): In-depth background investigations extending beyond traditional employment screening for financial due diligence and investment decisions
6. Contractor Management: Contractor screening and qualification management services for facility owners and operators

Go-to-market motion4 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

DISA provides mission-critical workforce compliance and screening solutions across the entire employee lifecycle — pre-hire to retirement. Core services include background screening (criminal, employment, education, license, credit, sanctions), drug and alcohol testing (urine, hair, oral fluid), occupational health (DOT physicals, fitness-for-duty, medical surveillance), DOT/transportation compliance, contractor/facility-owner management, healthcare and higher-education screening, entertainment compliance, and financial due diligence. These are delivered through proprietary platforms DISA360, DISAWorks, DISAScreen, and DISA International, with deep ATS/HRIS integrations.

Product overview

DISA Global Solutions is a workforce compliance and screening platform offering consolidated solutions across the employee lifecycle from hire to retirement. The core portfolio includes Background Checks (criminal, employment, education, license verification, government sanctions), Drug Testing (urine, hair, oral fluid), Occupational Health (DOT physicals, fitness-for-duty, medical surveillance), DOT & Transportation Compliance, Contractor/Facility Owner Management, Entertainment Compliance, and Financial Due Diligence/Investigative Services. These services are delivered through multiple platforms including DISA360 (consolidated reporting and analytics), DISAWorks, DISAScreen, and DISA International. Key partnerships extend capabilities through Veriforce integration for contractor compliance, Predictive Safety for fatigue detection, and Impairment Science's DRUID app for cognitive assessment. The company also offers specialized services including I-9/E-Verify, MRO services, and mobile on-site collection. With 35 locations across North America and Europe, DISA serves over 55,000 clients including more than 30% of Fortune 500 companies, delivering over 20 million screening results annually.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DISAWorks: Background screening platform for employment screening services
• DISAScreen
• DISA360
• DISAReady
• DISA Healthcare

Products and services

• Background Checks Comprehensive pre- and post-hire background screening for employers, covering county/state/federal criminal history, SSN validation, employment verification, education verification, professional license and credential verification, credit reports, OFAC/Patriot Act sanctions searches, sex offender searches, and adverse action notices.
• Drug Testing Drug and alcohol testing services using urine, hair, and oral fluid testing methods for pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and return-to-duty scenarios, including DOT-regulated programs.
• Occupational Health Workplace health services including DOT physicals, fitness-for-duty exams, pre-employment physicals, medical surveillance examinations, blood work, immunizations, injury care, audiometric testing, respiratory fit testing, and on-site health/nursing services.
• Healthcare & Higher Education Specialized screening and compliance solutions for healthcare facilities and educational institutions, including credentialing workflows, TB testing, drug testing, and annual physicals for staff and students.
• DOT & Transportation Compliance Department of Transportation compliance services for commercial motor vehicle drivers including drug testing, physical examinations, Hours of Service monitoring, and ELD compliance.
• Contractor Management (Facility Owners) Contractor and facility owner compliance management covering safety-sensitive worker qualification, background screening, drug testing, and occupational health for contractor workforces at industrial sites.
• Entertainment Compliance Background screening and compliance services tailored for entertainment, media, and sports organizations, covering cast and crew screening.
• Financial Due Diligence In-depth financial investigative services and background investigations for individuals and companies, covering bankruptcy, judgments, tax liens, officer/director searches, sanctions, regulatory violations, and credit reports.
• DISA360 Web-based platform for managing workforce compliance programs, providing consolidated reporting, analytics, and account management for screening and compliance services.
• DISAWorks Online platform for managing screening workflows, order entry, and results tracking.
• DISAScreen Screening platform for managing background checks and compliance workflows.
• DISA International International screening platform for global compliance and background verification services across multiple countries.
• I-9 & E-Verify Employment eligibility verification services including Form I-9 completion and E-Verify electronic verification to confirm lawful employment status.
• State Driving Records Motor vehicle record checks verifying license status and driving history for transportation and driving-related roles.
• MRO Services Medical Review Officer services for reviewing and verifying drug test results, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• DOT Testing Records Service for retrieving drug and alcohol test histories for safety-sensitive DOT-regulated roles.
• Occupational Medical Record Tracking (OMRT) System for managing occupational health screenings with automated reminders, consolidated billing, and nationwide clinic access.
• On-Site Health and Mobile Collection Services Mobile units bringing drug testing and occupational health services on-site to reduce downtime and travel while maintaining compliance.

Quantifiable outcome

• Serving more than 30% of Fortune 500 companies
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration24 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• VeriforcecoreTechnology or Integration · 21 July 2025Strategic integration between Veriforce and DISA that bridges workforce screening and compliance monitoring. DISA is the only CRA with direct integration into the Veriforce platform, enabling real-time transmission of screening results including drug and alcohol testing, background checks, and occupational health data. This accelerates worker qualification, improves speed-to-work, and ensures consistent compliance standards across contractor workforces.
• Impairment Science Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to provide DRUID mobile application for cognitive and motor impairment assessment. The app uses brief, performance-based tasks to assess decision-making, reaction time, balance, hand-eye coordination, and divided attention. This broader impairment approach helps employers recognize risks from fatigue, heat stress, medications, or emotional distress that traditional drug testing alone may not capture.
• Predictive SafetyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to enhance fatigue detection and safety solutions, combining DISA's screening services with Predictive Safety's fatigue management technology.
• BrightStar CareminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership to provide franchisees with comprehensive background screening solutions, enhancing compliance and hiring efficiency for the BrightStar Care franchise network.
• ATS/HRIS Integration PartnerscoreTechnology or Integration60+ integration partners including SAP, Oracle, Workday, iCIMS, Bullhorn, Greenhouse, JazzHR, Lever, Jobvite, Ceipal, Chattr, Hirebridge, HCSS, and many more. These integrations enable seamless screening workflow within clients' existing HR technology stacks.
• LabcorpcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Labcorp for laboratory testing services supporting drug testing and occupational health programs.
• Association/Cooperative PartnersminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnerships with industry associations including PBSA (Professional Background Screening Association), SAPAA (Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association), NDASA (National Drug & Alcohol Screening Association), ATA (American Trucking Association), NATSA (North American Transportation Association), California Trucking Association, Arizona Trucking Association, Washington Trucking Association, Rhode Island Trucking Association, MMTA, Motor Transport Association of Connecticut, Vermont Truck & Bus Association, New Hampshire Motor Transport Association, Choice Partners Cooperative, and Texas Chemistry Alliance.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sterling Talent Solutions: Sterling (formerly Sterling Talent Solutions) is one of the largest U.S. background screening providers serving enterprise and mid-market employers with similar CRA, drug testing, and identity services. Highly comparable to DISA on customer profile, service mix, and recurring revenue model.
• HireRight: HireRight is a global background screening and workforce solutions provider offering background checks, drug and health screening, and integrated ATS workflows. Directly comparable to DISA on enterprise GTM, transportation vertical exposure, and global footprint.
• First Advantage: First Advantage is a leading global provider of background screening, identity verification, and compliance solutions. Directly comparable to DISA across enterprise screening, drug testing, and multi-vertical customer base including transportation and industrials.
• Checkr: Checkr is a tech-forward background screening platform serving enterprises and high-volume hiring customers. Directly comparable on core CRA services but differentiates via API-first architecture and gig-economy customer base, posing both a peer and competitive threat to DISA.
• Accurate Background: Accurate Background is a private background screening company offering employment background checks, drug testing, and occupational health services. Closely comparable to DISA on service breadth, mid-market and enterprise customer mix, and recurring revenue model.
• InfoMart: InfoMart is a background screening provider offering employment screening, drug testing, and identity verification. Comparable to DISA on CRA services and verticals served, with a similar mid-market positioning and recurring subscription model.
• Universal Background Screening: Universal Background Screening is a CRA offering pre-employment background checks and drug testing. Directly comparable to DISA on core screening services and SMB-to-mid-market customer profile.

Broad incumbents

• Quest Diagnostics: Quest Diagnostics is a major clinical laboratory that performs employer drug testing and occupational health screening as part of a much broader diagnostics business. Comparable to DISA on the occupational health and drug testing portion of the portfolio.

Others

• Veriforce: Veriforce is a contractor compliance and qualification management platform serving industrial facilities. Adjacent to DISA as a strategic integration partner rather than a competitor; the exclusive Veriforce-DISA integration is a meaningful distribution advantage for DISA.
• Labcorp: Labcorp is a major clinical laboratory providing employer drug testing services and serving as DISA's lab partner. Comparable as a drug testing infrastructure provider and partner rather than a direct competitor; represents a key dependency for DISA's drug testing revenue.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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