Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services | Financial reform and detecting corrupt activity The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform Act provides financial incentives to whistle-blowers reporting violations of securities laws to the SEC. See the seven steps to help you address corruption risks (pdf, 402.3kb). Driving ethical growth? More than half of companies say they will look for growth opportunities in the next 12 months, but expansion or acquisitions in new markets may expose them to increased bribery and corruption risk. These risks appear to trigger serious concerns about personal liability among directors. Learn more in our 11th Global Fraud Survey as we explore the potential challenges that come with the drive for growth. Using Fraud Triangle Analytics Since our introduction of Fraud Triangle Analytics last year, companies, regulators, attorneys, internal auditors have shown great interest. Breaking the status quo of email review (pdf, 817.2kb) provides insight from those who've used the methodology on investigations and risk assessments. The audit committee's role in an SEC investigation Members of the Audit Committee Leadership Network (ACLN) met in New York to discuss investigations by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the appropriate role, response and oversight of the audit committee during investigations. Jeff Taylor, Americas leader of Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services (FIDS), was a featured speaker. Insights from the ACLN meeting are available in two ViewPoints documents– Changes at the SEC’s Division of Enforcement (pdf, 147.9kb) and The audit committee’s role in overseeing investigations (pdf, 149.3kb). Survey sheds light on the daunting insurance claims process More than 300 respondents to the Catastrophic Claims Survey (pdf, 2.7mb) indicate the key to successful insurance claim resolution lies in planning, communication and reaction to catastrophic loss. Common questions about the FCPA The Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) is a growing concern for companies operating in an increasingly global market. This is particularly true for businesses in highly regulated industries and for those who are looking to expand in emerging markets. The FCPA: your questions answered addresses the most common concerns and risks related to the FCPA (pdf, 553.5kb).
Navigating ARRA The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act made millions of dollars available to government contractors, many of whom are new to the government’s procurement system. Some are scrambling to find a compass that will guide them through the process and speed the receipt of money without running afoul of the regulations associated with doing business with the government. Read more about alternative funding in tough times (pdf, 358.7kb) . |
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