Fending off fraudsters
Language: English Series: Construction News ; (6945) 1 December 2005, 26(1)Publication details: 2005Subject(s): Summary: Outlines a number of practical steps that organisations can take to minimise the risk from fraud, which is a growing problem in the construction industry. Suggests the setting up of corporate fraud awareness programmes both internally and as part of supply chain management. If fraud is suspected, solicitors should be involved at an early stage, in order to obtain legal privilege for documentation. In the event of fraud being discovered, recommends the use of an interim asset-freezing injunction, and the appointment of forensic accountants to quantify loss.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | L131744 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 131744-1001 |
Outlines a number of practical steps that organisations can take to minimise the risk from fraud, which is a growing problem in the construction industry. Suggests the setting up of corporate fraud awareness programmes both internally and as part of supply chain management. If fraud is suspected, solicitors should be involved at an early stage, in order to obtain legal privilege for documentation. In the event of fraud being discovered, recommends the use of an interim asset-freezing injunction, and the appointment of forensic accountants to quantify loss.