| Analysis and assessment of whistleblower claims |
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- Establish a communication channel with the whistleblower
- Information-gathering via email or interview with the whistleblower in order to assess the credibility
- Check whether the allegation is plausible
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Definition of the scope and points at issue
Development of an investigation plan
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- Consultation regarding the goal of the investigation and its limiting parameters
- Consultation regarding the scale (historic/geographic) as well as the intended depth of the investigation
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| Collecting and analysis of documentary, digital data (via external IT forensic partner) and forensic interviews |
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Specialized in investigations regarding cases of
- Fraud
- Bribery
- Corruption
- Breach of trust (embezzlement/misappropriation)
- Money laundering
- Conflict of interest
- Employee relation and sexual harassment
- Violation of data integrity (GMP)
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Conducting of forensic interviews with those involved
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- Forensic interviews in fraud, money laundering, and corruption cases at national and international levels
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| Preparation of a written investigation report |
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- Comprehensive root-cause analysis
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| Lessons learned |
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- Consultation with respect potential process changes and preventive measures
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