Technical StaffJuly 14, 2023Introduction to bid rigging and its prevalence in the public sector:Bid rigging represents an egregious form of anti-competitive conduct whereby firms contravene ethical business practices by conspiring to subvert open tendering processes. This frequently transpiring malpractice within public procurement irreparably engenders market distortion and duplication, inflating the...
Technical StaffJuly 10, 2023IntroductionCorruption is a pervasive and destructive force that plagues societies worldwide, undermining trust, impeding economic growth, and hindering social progress. In the face of this daunting challenge, organizations and individuals need capable and knowledgeable leaders who can spearhead anti-corruption initiatives effectively. The Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) credential, offered by...
The Exam UnitJune 17, 2023Introduction Organizations must prioritize effective anti-corruption measures in today’s global landscape, where fraud and corruption threaten businesses and economies. One crucial step in this endeavor is to have at least one Certified Anti-Corruption Manager (CACM) among your decision makers. The absence of a CACM leaves your organization vulnerable to...
Technical Staff May 23, 2023In today’s complex business landscape, the critical issue of corruption looms as a persistent threat. Its damaging impact can erode trust, impair reputations, undermine human rights, wipe out innovation, and pave the way for money laundering and financing terrorism: it is the cancer of nations and...
Mike MasoudMay 21, 2023The AACI defines fighting corruption as follows: “It is a process effected by those charged with governance, employees, citizens, and other stakeholders to provide a reasonable assurance that those entrusted with power do not abuse it for private gain. It is 1. Holistic, 2. Continuous, 3. Results-oriented,4. Multidisciplinary, and 5. Encompasses all economic sectors (private and...
Technical StaffMay 15, 2023Corruption can cause severe damage to businesses of all sizes and tarnish their business image. It can harm a company’s reputation, employee turnover and morale, productivity, financial performance, and long-term success. Sometimes, corruption wipes out well-established companies! Therefore, small and medium-sized business owners must proactively prevent corruption...
Technical StaffApril 28, 2023The American Anti-Corruption Institute (AACI) believes the fight against corruption is a complex socioeconomic battle that mandates more than just the enactment of laws, rules, regulations, and the creation of anti-corruption agencies. The most significant challenge in this fight is the need for more trust between citizens...
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