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Procurement fraud is likely one of the oldest frauds that companies must confront. In recent years, this fraud has flourished in emerging markets. Whether in a public or private setting, procurement fraud is often ‘quid pro quo’, whereby a favour or advantage is given in exchange for something. Read more

For those who want to do right, and focus on compliant conduct for employees and business partners, this can mean more profits, less headaches and better business results. Read more

Effective Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) due diligence processes require thought and consideration of risk. Read more

How can employers avoid being the target of a government investigation stemming from a hotline call to the Securities and Exchange Commission? Read more

The stakes are high when orchestrating an acquisition or retaining third parties to represent your business, especially outside the US. The lack of proper due diligence can cost an organisation money and reputation. Read more

Business transactions and investment opportunities require more than a review of the balance sheet. Read the Research & Investigation Report to learn from our experience. Read more

Recently, HSBC announced that it was under investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its hiring practices in Asia. HSBC’s practice of hiring employees based upon their ties to government officials may violate the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA). Read more

There has been increasing use of offshore jurisdictions by third-party vendors to elude taxes and hide illegal or unethical conduct, including bribes and kickbacks. Read more

Hiring for global employees may create liability, but with good due diligence and effective compliance policies, you can protect your organization. Read more

In this compliance update we analyze the increasing use of off-shore jurisdictions by third party vendors to elude taxes and hide illegal or unethical conduct, including bribes and kickbacks. Read more