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FeaturesHow to: Cope with kidnapping
No longer reserved for movies and millionaires, kidnapping is a very real possibility for executives working and travelling in risky environments abroad. Make sure you know how to keep yourself, and your staff, safe
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FeaturesGreat contraction reveals price of poor money management
The economic turmoil has exposed flaws and inefficiencies in corporate treasury departments that is costing companies much more than they realise, according to a survey
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FeaturesHow to fight fraud
Financial institutions are forced to trust their employees, yet 70% would consider committing workplace fraud. Here are steps towards a counter-attack
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FeaturesHow to: Combat fraud
What can risk managers do to deal with fraud in their organisations, asks James Bray
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FeaturesHow to: Organise a whistleblowing programme
An open culture and positive reporting will identify more black swans than formal procedures alone
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FeaturesHow to: Ten things you should know about the Bribery Act
The new UK Bribery Act is a big deal. It’s a complex and far-reaching piece of law and if something goes wrong, the buck stops at board level. Read on for the top 10 ways to protect your organisation
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FeaturesThe human side of the risk equation
Why taking a social scientific approach to risk management can help you see into the future more effectively
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FeaturesBribery Act: Ten things you need to know
The new UK Bribery Act is a big deal for any company operating in the UK: it’s a complex and far-reaching piece of legislation and, if something goes wrong, the buck stops at board level
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FeaturesHow to: Minimise the drama of a crisis
Product recalls are the stuff of commercial nightmare, but businesses can take several steps to handle the situation well
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FeaturesGagged and caged
The likes of Facebook and Twitter have created new ways for businesses to connect with their customers. Now they must learn to use these social media platforms while not ignoring the reputation risks they pose
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FeaturesThe new world order
Governments worldwide are planning drastic changes to the regulatory landscape, these include new duties for directors and better risk management. Neil Hodge investigates whether all the new regulation be a good or bad thing
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How to: Develop an eagle eye
Nimble, observant, precise: risk management auditors have much to learn from our feathered friends. Liz Taylor urges them to do a spot of bird-watching
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FeaturesA model career
Times are bountiful for the LEGO Group, but it’s not all rosy, explains Hans Læssøe, the company’s head of strategic risk
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FeaturesHow to: Protect customer data
Public trust in the ability of many organisations to protect customer details is in freefall. So why do so many still rely on inadequate traditional defences, such as a firewall or anti-virus systems? Neil Hodge investigates
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FeaturesHow to: Deal with the Bribery Act
Marsh and Kroll hosted a recent event debating the impact of the UK’s new Bribery Act on businesses. Here’s what happened
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FeaturesBe prepared
Companies can notch up plenty of governance brownie points if they focus on risk management and internal audit, says Jackie Cain
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FeaturesSeat of power
Tougher corporate governance standards have changed how risk managers work, says Neil Hodge. Why, they've even been known to change boardroom thinking...
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FeaturesOut of sight, out of mind
Employers may be well-versed in the duty they have to ensure a safe environment for their staff. But what about the safety of employees sent away on business trips? Andrew Leslie looks at the potential risks and what companies can do to mitigate them
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FeaturesBorn free and equal
The multinational that abuses its power in poorer countries risks financial losses, litigation and reputational ruin. Yet shocking cases of exploitation still occur. It is time to take responsibility, says Nathan Skinner
