Occupational fraud often starts with an employee’s small behavioral change. For example, a salesperson might suddenly download an unusually large amount of customer data. Or an accounting staffer might access vendor records outside of normal […]
When it comes to fraud, small business owners can feel like they’re between a rock and a hard place. On the one hand, the Association of […]
In some workplaces, employees stay late — not to finish pressing company projects — but to use their employers’ resources to pursue unauthorized side work. These […]
According to the FBI, staged auto accidents account for approximately $20 billion a year in losses. This type of insurance fraud is particularly harmful to the insurance […]
“Lulling” may sound comforting, but in a fraud context, it’s far from it. This term refers to techniques fraud perpetrators use to prevent suspicious businesses or […]
Businesses commonly use social media platforms to increase brand and product awareness and drive traffic to their websites. Partnerships with “influencers” can be integral to these […]
You understand how important customer lists are to your business’s financial success. So do employees. In fact, some dishonest workers may be tempted to take lists […]
U.S. businesses may want to operate abroad for many reasons. Examples include opportunities to grow their customer bases, diversify revenue streams, establish […]
Business owners generally experience a range of emotions — including anger, bewilderment and embarrassment — if fraud occurs in their organization. Fraud can feel personal because it […]
Do your company’s 2026 strategic plans include a business acquisition? Whether you already have your eye on a target or are still weighing options, plan now for extensive financial […]
