Join us on this episode of FraudCast as we discuss fraud in the automotive industry with Todd Wolf, Vehicle Theft Investigator of the California Highway Patrol. We answer questions such as: Why is auto fraud an issue? Who are the victims in auto fraud scams? What are some of the red flags for auto fraud? How can you protect yourself from auto fraud? And much more.
Continue ReadingFraud Risk Assessment
Specializing in antifraud for INSIDER THREAT & FRAUD MANAGEMENT. The first step in effective fraud management is the Fraud Risk Assessment. It provides much more than the inputs required for a risk-based annual audit plan. The results of the evaluation begin the process to allow for the determination of risk appetite, tolerance levels (+/- %), key risk indicators (KRIs), identification of anomalies, and the development of predefined management actions and communication strategy in response to exception reporting. Benefits of the fraud risk assessment include: Visibility into the organization’s fraud risk; Understanding of the risks by department and scheme; Prioritize antifraud efforts and allocate resources effectively by focusing on the risks… Read More
Continue ReadingFraudCast – ROI for Compliance
What is the ROI for compliance and fraud prevention programs? Join us on this episode of FraudCast as we discuss compliance and fraud prevention programs with Susan Walberg, Vice President & National Director of Compliance at Kohler Healthcare Inc. We answer questions such as: Why is the ROI for compliance and fraud prevention programs even a discussion? What keeps people from building a program? What are the costs and benefits? How can you keep the budget realistic given all of the risks? And much more. YouTube link: https://youtu.be/Q6V-WMvzaKc Also see: Call for Subject Matter Experts to become a guest speaker on FraudCast. Helpful Speaker Tips for step by step instructions on the interview process. Reputation… Read More
Continue ReadingFraudCast – Cloud Computing
The other day I was at a client site assisting them with building their global antifraud program. While there, I realized they did not have a process for back-up related to employees who travelled. They had a robust system-level process for backing up desktops and laptops while they were actively connected to their network. However, there was no process in place (manual or otherwise) to back-up the data on employee’s laptops when they were travelling and thus not connected to the organization’s network. Many of the thousands of people who travelled would be in the field (yes, sometimes an actual field near a tiny village in the jungle) for weeks… Read More
Continue ReadingCell Phone Forensics
Your company can benefit from the new technology advances in cell phone forensics. Watch this short video for just a few of the ways cell phone forensics can help you with your fraud management program.
Continue ReadingFraudCast – Background Checks with Rachid Zahidi
[youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rNn42gM8CG4] (Video 15:14) YouTube link Welcome to FraudCast, your destination for fraud management. Today we are talking with Rachid Zahidi, CEO of Sentinel Screenings, about background checks and also about his book “The Business Immunity System: The Pitfalls and Side Effects of Data Handling, Privacy Issues, and Background Checks.” (www.sbchecks.com and www.sentinelscreening.com) If you would like to be a guest speaker on FraudCast, please submit your request here.
Continue ReadingFraudCast Intro
[youtube https://youtu.be/BNpbY6OXv9M] Welcome to FraudCast, your destination for fraud management. Do you have fraud-related expertise that you would like to showcase on Fraud Doctor? Are you a subject matter expert (SME) in your field? If so, join us in educating fellow fraud fighters. We are now accepting submissions for potential interviews in our video podcast series.
Continue ReadingCall for Subject Matter Experts
[youtube https://youtu.be/BNpbY6OXv9M]Do you have fraud-related expertise that you would like to showcase on Fraud Doctor? Are you a subject matter expert (SME) in your field? If so, join us in educating fellow fraud fighters. We are now accepting submissions for potential interviews in our video podcast series. The short interview will take place via Skype at your convenience in the comfort of your home or office. Simply complete the form below to get started today! Also see: Helpful Speaker Tips for step by step instructions about the interview process. To see our latest report service go to: Personalized Statistical Fraud Risk Report
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Introduction to the Fraud Field – Antifraud as a Career
I had the privilege of speaking to the I.T. and Criminal Justice students at ECPI University in Charlotte, North Carolina today. We talked about what it is that I do in antifraud, how I got started in the field, and what I look for in candidates. It was great to interact with the students. Their questions were tough, insightful and on point. I hope that the lecture sparked their interest in the field. In fact, two students came up to me afterwards and said they were now strongly considering a career in antifraud. If you are a seasoned professional working in the antifraud space, consider speaking at your local colleges… Read More
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ACFE Anti-Fraud Resource Guide 2015
I’m quoted on page 1 of the special edition Anti-Fraud Resource Guide published by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE). See our latest report service: Personalized Statistical Fraud Risk Report
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