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Category Archives: Fraud Prevention

Cybersecurity Thoughts – Ryan Taylor, Partner

About two months ago, the FBI’s cyber division issued an alert for the food and agriculture sector stating that, “ransomware actors may be more likely to attack agricultural cooperatives during the critical planting and harvest seasons” like the early spring and fall. Were you aware of this alert? Are you prepared to handle a cyberattack...

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Whistleblower Hotlines: Phone, Web-Based, and E-mail

By: Matt Gardiner, CPA CFE Whistleblower hotlines are the most effective way to enable staff, customers, and vendors to report fraud and unethical activities occurring at your organization. Historically, this has meant maintaining an actual telephone line where whistleblowers could call in tips, however over the last few years these hotlines have evolved to include...

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Developing a Culture of Skepticism – Matt Gardiner, CPA, CFE

One of the cornerstones of the audit profession is “Professional Skepticism”. The Generally Accepted Auditing Standards define this as “an attitude that includes a questioning mind and a critical assessment of audit evidence.” It’s this mindset that ensures auditors gather and examine evidence that supports the ultimate audit opinion. That mindset drives the decision making...

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