Decision Intelligence for
Background Screening
Kizuna is the engine behind every 3rd Degree background check. Three interconnected pillars that turn raw records into relevant, defensible hiring decisions — in under two minutes.
Three Pillars. One Intelligence Layer.
Each pillar addresses a different dimension of the screening decision. Together, they form a complete intelligence layer that sits between raw data and your hiring team.
Policy Nexus
Map records to relevant, role-specific risks.
Not every record matters for every role. Policy Nexus connects your hiring policies to the specific records that impact them. A DUI matters differently for a delivery driver than a software engineer. Policy Nexus understands the distinction and surfaces what's relevant — so you decide faster, with fewer false negatives and fewer unnecessary flags.
Time Lens
Surface trends and flag patterns across time.
A single record is a data point. A pattern is a signal. Time Lens tracks an applicant's history across time, highlighting recency, frequency, and escalation patterns that isolated checks miss. It distinguishes a one-time misdemeanor from a decade ago from a pattern of escalating charges in the last two years — giving you the context to decide fairly and accurately.
Candidate Context
Fair, consistent, defensible risk analysis.
Background checks aren't just about finding records — they're about understanding risk in context. Candidate Context applies consistent, auditable criteria to every report, so two candidates with similar histories get similar assessments. Every decision is documented, defensible, and free from unconscious bias. Your hiring team stays compliant and your candidates get a fair shot.
185M+
Records Processed
3,400+
Jurisdictions Covered
< 2 min
Avg. Decision Time
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Background screening is a crucial step in the hiring process, regardless of the size of your business. With 3rd Degree Screening, you can ensure your workspace is safe and trustworthy, reduce liabilities from potential bad hires, and meet the expectations of your investors, clients, and stakeholders.
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