ChoicePoint stock began trading on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the symbol CPS on August 8, 1997. Acting initially as a data provider to the insurance industry, ChoicePoint has grown into a more robust and comprehensive information, analytics and technology provider for a wide range of public, private and non-profit organizations.

The company has grown steadily by extending the fundamental operating model of the insurance business into additional markets. With offices on two continents, ChoicePoint employs more than 5,000 associates in five business segments: Insurance Services, Screening and Authentication Services, Financial and Professional Services, Government Services and Marketing Services.

Pursuing an aggressive growth strategy, ChoicePoint has made more than 60 acquisitions over the last decade. The company continues to grow today with a focus on the next generation of information products to serve customer needs, while helping protect personal privacy, promoting the responsible use of information and following strict standards regarding the use and dissemination of personal information.

ChoicePoint is headquartered in the Atlanta suburb of Alpharetta, Ga.