The Definitive Guide to Primary Source Verification
This blog is a comprehensive guide to Primary Source Verification – also commonly referred to as PSV. Here you’ll learn everything you need to know about this leading screening approach and why it is fast becoming organizations’ preferred method for confirming the genuineness of countless types of documents. What exactly is PSV? PSV is an advanced authentication process that involves obtaining information directly from the original source that issued a document – regardless of its nature. Such documents may include, but are not limited to: Academic degrees, professional experience certificates, resumes, work permits, practice licenses and passports, among others. How does PSV differ from other verification processes? As opposed to traditional verification procedures, PSV indicates the attainment of data directly from the issuing source – better known as the issuing authority. This guarantees optimal information integrity, hence ensuring that individuals are professional, profici...