E-Verify is currently a free and voluntary program.  The website for
Homeland Security states, “Participating employers can check the work
status of new hires online by comparing information from an employee’s
I-9 form against SSA and Department of Homeland Security databases.”
This has recently become a concern for many organizations though, due to
a proposed rule mandating all federal contractors use the E-Verify
system in order to employ new hires.  Although this proposed rule has
not been approved, it is a worry for many organizations, primarily
within their human resource department that constantly deals with new
hires and may slow down their business process.

There is no need to panic for these companies.  As paperless files and
forms are becoming more of a trend, electronic forms applications are
becoming more available and efficient.  Depending upon the application,
more advanced software developers can link your forms processing
application with the E-Verify program.  For example a new employee can
log into the forms application and complete the I-9 form.  The completed
form would then automatically be linked with the E-Verify program for
inquiry and approval.  This would save an exceptional amount of manual
work to complete, turn in and mail the completed I-9 form, as well as
wait for approval.

When considering different electronic forms applications, review support options. Consider carefully the installation and training involved with each. New software technology and its installation can be frustrating - especially when the consumer is required to install all or even part of the software and then finds it is nearly impossible to get support when needed. This is why, even when it says, ‘easy installation’ one should look further. Will the supplier provide custom installation available to you and work closely with your IT organization to make sure it is exactly what you wanted?

Receiving 24×7 support is also an important feature should a glitch in the system occur or if a question on the forms or software arises. Be sure your vendor is immediately available to provide ongoing support. Ongoing support varies widely among electronic form developers and 24×7 support, while highly desirable, is not generally available. More commonly, vendors include a standard out of the box, un-customized, build it yourself application that looks easy, but quickly becomes frustrating without readily available and knowledgeable phone support.

eForm-Connect guarantees 24×7 support and hassle-free installation.  Our engineers work closely with our customers to ensure they receive exactly what they wanted and the highest return on their investment.