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The ACFE is the world’s leading source for information on fraud prevention, detection and deterrence. This page features just a few articles selected from our extensive archives, as examples of the type of articles we make available. These articles are free, as are selected others on our site, but most of our articles and other fraud resources are exclusively for ACFE members. Read more.
The GRC Toolbox
The Use of Integrated Methods to Fight Fraud
Governance, risk management and compliance (GRC) aims to eliminate corporate "silos" and to integrate organizational management, protection against fraud and theft, and regulatory adherence. However, those who devise GRC programs often underestimate fraud risk. CFEs can help by heightening their employers' and clients' awareness and understanding of fraud and by showing them how GRC can help detect and prevent it. Read more.
Who Owns Fraud?
Uniting Everyone to Effectively Manage the Anti-Fraud Program
Companies struggle to determine exactly who owns the proactive and reactive responses to fraud within their organizations. Here are some practical ways to determine “who owns fraud” and accelerate anti-fraud programs within any company. Read more.
Chasing Madoff
An Interview with Harry Markopolos, CFE, CFA
Harry Markopolos, CFE, CFA, couldn’t have known that his first fraud examination would last nine years and uncover the largest-ever Ponzi scheme. Read more.
Tackling Mortgage Fraud Locally
An Interview with Isabel Mercedes Cumming, J.D., CFE
Isabel Mercedes Cumming, J.D., CFE, chief of Prince George's County's Economic Crimes Unit, isn't daunted by U.S. foreclosure statistics as she fights fraud in Maryland. Read more.
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