Proper collection and storage of I-9 information creates many challenges for employers. The form itself invites technical errors, and responsible employers face organizational and logistical challenges to administering a compliant nationwide program. With increasing scrutiny by regulators, effective oversight of the I-9 program is critical to companies wishing to avoid civil and even criminal liability. BAL's I-9 Program Management Services provides an integrated electronic I-9 completion and storage solution, along with comprehensive I-9 program management. BAL offers employers the opportunity to leverage a trusted relationship with a nationally known law firm and immigration services provider to achieve peace of mind.

BAL's I-9 Program Management Services offers compelling advantages for employers including:

• Online completion and signature
  
• Secure and centralized storage
  
• Automated validation of data providing immediate feedback on possible problems
  
• Automated reporting, including notification of expirations
  
• Automated integration with E-Verify
  
• Auditing and resolution for existing I-9s
  
• Training for compliance and program maintenance
  
• Virtual compliance oversight for entire program management
  
• Legal support for all questions and issues

The I-9 Solution

The BAL I-9 solution enables proper completion of all I-9s with online guidance and instant error checking. The integrated system provides secure storage of all I-9 information within BAL's secure data center.

BAL I-9 services offer a comprehensive solution to I-9 electronic completion and storage needs. The solution provides secure access to an electronic I-9 completion tool with online instructions to aid in proper verification. Reporting functions enable timely compliance and re-verification.

Our electronic system provides all the following benefits:

• On-line guidelines for I-9 completion
  
• Error checking and notification
  
• Electronic signature and storage of I-9 data
  
• Compliance reports
  
• Automated notification of upcoming expirations
  
• Automated E-Verify access

In addition, BAL offers enhanced services to provide comprehensive outsourced program management for the entire I-9 process. Enhanced BAL Services provides expertise and assistance in running effective immigration compliance programs.

For further information about BAL's I-9 Services, please contact clientservices@usabal.com.