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What is a disposition?

The recorded final decision or outcome applied to a screening match during the adjudication process.

Last Reviewed: 2026-05-27Plain-English reference · not legal advice

Plain-English Summary

A disposition is the official decision recorded by a compliance reviewer regarding a watchlist alert. It documents whether a match was determined to be a true positive (requiring block and escalation) or a false positive (cleared to proceed), along with the rationale and disposition codes.

Why This Matters

Every screening alert must be formally resolved. Recording the disposition provides the essential audit trail showing that the organization reviewed the alert and made a reasoned decision based on facts. This documentation is crucial during regulatory inspections to prove compliance diligence.

Explanation Depth

Concept Explanation

When the system flags a name, a manager must review it and record their decision. This decision is called the disposition. It states whether the match is a false alarm or a true match, creating a record of the approval.

When You'll See This in SecurePoint

In SecurePoint, reviews are resolved in the Adjudication Queue by selecting a disposition. Recording a disposition updates the case status, triggers the appropriate workflow (e.g. badge print release or security alert), and creates an audit-ready log entry.

What You Should Do Next

Select the appropriate disposition code (e.g., "False Positive - Address Mismatch") in the adjudication queue. Enter clear, objective justification notes detailing the facts. Once resolved, the system will apply the disposition to either clear the record or block access.

What Can Go Wrong

Failing to record a clear disposition or using incomplete justification notes leaves the organization unable to prove why a flagged individual was allowed access. Conversely, failing to escalate true positive matches can lead to severe regulatory violations and penalties.

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