Surveillance is common in many workplaces, yet companies monitoring employee activities may keep the practice under wraps. This may be a mistake, because when workers know they’re being watched, they’re generally less likely to be dishonest. For example, several surveys have shown that clearly visible security cameras discourage employees from stealing inventory. The challenge is to disclose enough information, without revealing too much. Frequently used controls and policies Honesty and trust are essential to a healthy, productive workplace. So you need employees to know you’re taking actions to prevent fraud. On the other hand, you don’t want to provide so many details about anti-fraud controls that thieves can work around them. Following are a few frequently employed anti-fraud policies and how you might communicate them to workers: Surprise audits....
