Social media sites are an important resource when conducting background and asset checks. They can identify previously undisclosed links between individuals and companies, as well as evidence of undisclosed wealth and leads to hidden assets.
DETECTION
HOW TO RESPOND TO A COMPLAINT
– Questions to ask a complainant
– How to generate complaints and reports
– List of MDB fraud reporting sites
RED FLAGS OF CORRUPTION, BID RIGGING AND OTHER SCHEMES
– Red flags listed by project cycle
– The “visible red flags” of implementation fraud
– “Proactive,” computer-aided tests for red flags
DUE DILIGENCE BACKGROUND CHECKS
– “Top Five” due diligence checks
– Free and subscription internet sites
– Local, on-site due diligence checks
– Due diligence service providers
PROOF
THE MOST COMMON SCHEMES AND STEPS OF PROOF
– Corruption schemes
– Bid rigging schemes
– Collusive bidding by contractors
– Fraud schemes
– The basic investigative steps in a complex case
THE ELEMENTS OF PROOF FOR SANCTIONABLE OFFENSES
– Corrupt practices
– Fraudulent practices
– Collusive practices
– Coercive practices
– Obstructive practices
– The basics of evidence for investigators
PREVENTION
Research and mitigate the risk of corruption and fraud
Info on corruption and fraud in aid projects