Chris Miller Presentation - DL Conference 2014Digital Leaders
GPS tagging technology can help reduce crime by monitoring prolific offenders. Some key points:
- A small percentage of offenders are responsible for a large percentage of crimes. GPS tagging allows frequent monitoring of their locations.
- Pilot programs in several UK regions have found reductions in crime when targeting prolific offenders with GPS tags. Tags provide location data that can be checked against crime reports.
- However, the UK's national curfew tagging program has faced challenges including high costs and a lack of competition among suppliers. New local pilots aim to address these issues and expand tagging of prolific criminals.
The document discusses the need for electoral reforms in India to address issues like money power, muscle power, criminalization, and corruption. It proposes several reforms such as giving voters more rights and transparency in the electoral process, reducing the role of money and muscle power, removing criminals from politics, and implementing measures to increase transparency in political funding. Some challenges around direct voting at large scales and preventing influence of moneyed interests are also mentioned. The overall goal of the reforms discussed is to strengthen democracy and empower voters in India.
The document summarizes the results of corruption surveys conducted in Armenia in 2009 among households and enterprises. Some key findings include:
- 400 enterprise leaders were surveyed with a margin of error of ±4.9%
- 28.8% of surveyed businesses reported having a female in a top management position
- Corruption was seen as a serious problem in Armenia by both households and enterprises
- Unofficial payments to public officials were often required for various business operations
- The judicial system and tax administration were seen as the most corrupt institutions
- Respondents believed corruption could be reduced but saw few effective anti-corruption measures by the government
Overview of Gaming Laws in Canada that includes relevant legislation, general rules (such as the effects of skill-testing questions and social gaming), and recent updates.
The 2004 Hunting Act banned fox hunting with dogs in the UK. While polls show 80% of the British public support keeping fox hunting illegal, the Conservative Party has said they may hold a vote to repeal the ban if elected in 2015. Critics argue that no government should ignore such strong public opinion against overturning the popular Hunting Act.
Dr Sally Gainsbury
Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Southern Cross University
Presentation given on 23 May 2011 at "The New Game: Emerging technology and responsible gambling" forum hosted by the Victorian Government's Office of Gaming and Racing as part of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week 2011.
Problem Gambling Treatment; the future arrives!actsconz
Problem Gambling Treatment; the future arrives!
Presented by Dr Sean Sullivan, ABACUS Counselling Training and Supervision Ltd at the 2012 Cutting Edge Conference, Wellington, New Zealand.
Chris Miller Presentation - DL Conference 2014Digital Leaders
GPS tagging technology can help reduce crime by monitoring prolific offenders. Some key points:
- A small percentage of offenders are responsible for a large percentage of crimes. GPS tagging allows frequent monitoring of their locations.
- Pilot programs in several UK regions have found reductions in crime when targeting prolific offenders with GPS tags. Tags provide location data that can be checked against crime reports.
- However, the UK's national curfew tagging program has faced challenges including high costs and a lack of competition among suppliers. New local pilots aim to address these issues and expand tagging of prolific criminals.
The document discusses the need for electoral reforms in India to address issues like money power, muscle power, criminalization, and corruption. It proposes several reforms such as giving voters more rights and transparency in the electoral process, reducing the role of money and muscle power, removing criminals from politics, and implementing measures to increase transparency in political funding. Some challenges around direct voting at large scales and preventing influence of moneyed interests are also mentioned. The overall goal of the reforms discussed is to strengthen democracy and empower voters in India.
The document summarizes the results of corruption surveys conducted in Armenia in 2009 among households and enterprises. Some key findings include:
- 400 enterprise leaders were surveyed with a margin of error of ±4.9%
- 28.8% of surveyed businesses reported having a female in a top management position
- Corruption was seen as a serious problem in Armenia by both households and enterprises
- Unofficial payments to public officials were often required for various business operations
- The judicial system and tax administration were seen as the most corrupt institutions
- Respondents believed corruption could be reduced but saw few effective anti-corruption measures by the government
Overview of Gaming Laws in Canada that includes relevant legislation, general rules (such as the effects of skill-testing questions and social gaming), and recent updates.
The 2004 Hunting Act banned fox hunting with dogs in the UK. While polls show 80% of the British public support keeping fox hunting illegal, the Conservative Party has said they may hold a vote to repeal the ban if elected in 2015. Critics argue that no government should ignore such strong public opinion against overturning the popular Hunting Act.
Dr Sally Gainsbury
Post Doctoral Research Fellow, Southern Cross University
Presentation given on 23 May 2011 at "The New Game: Emerging technology and responsible gambling" forum hosted by the Victorian Government's Office of Gaming and Racing as part of Responsible Gambling Awareness Week 2011.
Problem Gambling Treatment; the future arrives!actsconz
Problem Gambling Treatment; the future arrives!
Presented by Dr Sean Sullivan, ABACUS Counselling Training and Supervision Ltd at the 2012 Cutting Edge Conference, Wellington, New Zealand.
This document proposes measures to improve national security in Jamaica by reducing high levels of crime and violence. It summarizes that homicides have increased by 1,240% over the past 40 years while other crimes have also risen substantially. Current government and police responses have been ineffective as criminal gangs have gained power. It recommends that politicians stop supporting known criminals and that laws be strengthened to deny bail to repeat offenders and make it easier to prosecute gang members. Tougher legislation combined with community policing and youth programs could help curb crime and the enormous social and economic costs it imposes on Jamaica.
According to government reports, there are over 1,700 prostitutes operating in Western Australia illegally in over 38 brothels, with over 380 workers overall earning up to $5,000 per week. The government is considering legalizing and regulating prostitution by adopting either the regulation model which legalizes and regulates brothels, or the zoning model which restricts prostitution to designated industrial areas. However, the government has been slow to act due to the issue's lack of popularity with voters. Supporters argue that regulation could generate tax revenue and improve worker safety and health.
Latin America Corruption Survey - June 2012EUROsociAL II
This document summarizes the results of a survey of 439 individuals from companies operating in 14 countries in Latin America about corruption. Some key findings include:
- Half of respondents believe their company has lost business to competitors making illicit payments. 44% say corruption is a significant obstacle to business.
- Only 28% believe anti-corruption laws are effective in their country, though this is an improvement from 18% in 2008. Chile and the US are seen as most effective.
- More companies are taking steps to address corruption risks, such as implementing compliance programs, though over half still believe they lose business to bribery.
Legal Network for Truthful Elections (Lente)bali2010
The document summarizes the work of Legal Network for Truthful Elections (Lente), a citizens' watch group that monitored Philippine elections from 2007-2010. Lente trained over 3,000 volunteers who documented over 2,031 complaints across 16 regions, though less than 30 cases were filed. Lente used various media partnerships and appearances to spread awareness about democracy and their work monitoring for election offenses like vote buying and harassment. They established hotlines and trained indigenous peoples to help monitor the 2010 elections and address issues like "hakot" voting and bribery. Lessons from this work showed social media was useful but verification of reports was challenging, and that while automation brought change, more improvement in communications is still needed.
The document discusses the definition and issues surrounding spam email. It provides details on what constitutes spam, the costs it imposes, and factors that determine whether an email is legitimate marketing or spam. It also summarizes laws and regulations related to spam email, including the CAN-SPAM Act and legislation in other countries.
The speaker discusses corruption in Jamaica and calls on citizens to take responsibility in addressing it. Some key points:
- Corruption is perceived as a serious problem in Jamaica according to surveys, though the scale may not be as large as in some other countries.
- Lack of trust in government and between citizens is undermining the economy, as it increases transaction costs and discourages business activity.
- While leadership failures have contributed to corruption, citizens must also change their own behaviors and demand accountability.
- National pride remains strong in Jamaica despite issues, and citizens want the country to succeed if problems are addressed. Everyone must play a role through open debate and collective solutions.
This capstone research presentation discusses police corruption and its prevalent issues. It defines corruption as dishonest or unlawful behavior by those in power. The document outlines some common forms of police corruption, including excessive force, brutality, drug involvement, bribery, and abuse of power. Specific examples of cases involving brutality, bribery, and abuse of power by police officers are provided to illustrate these issues. The presentation suggests that police corruption can be caused by aggressive policing, abuse of power, temptation of money, and low pay for officers.
The document analyzes the prospects for passage of a proposed penny sales tax increase in Georgia to fund transportation projects. It finds that while transportation taxes often pass nationally, Georgia voters recently rejected a smaller car tag tax increase. Support and opposition are emerging along partisan lines. Passage will depend on promoting tangible community benefits versus historical conservative opposition to new taxes in Georgia. The tax could raise $19.3 billion over 10 years but benefits would vary significantly by region.
Online gambling market research june 1, 2010 (1)danenright
This document provides a summary of online gambling market research conducted in 2010. It analyzes global online gambling trends, legal status by country, and primary research conducted in the UK, Australia/New Zealand, and Singapore. Some key findings include that online gambling revenues are expected to grow significantly worldwide between 2007-2012 despite the financial crisis. The UK leads in online gambling regulation while restrictions are expected to loosen in other countries. Asia is a fast-growing market for online gambling due to economic growth and gambling traditions, though legality varies across countries.
This document summarizes a study examining the fiscal and social effects of state alcohol control systems in the United States. It analyzes data from the late 1970s to 2010 comparing states with alcohol monopolies to those with private license systems. Key findings include:
1) States with alcohol monopolies had lower spirits and wine consumption on average. Restricting alcohol advertising was also associated with lower consumption.
2) Alcohol monopolies generated substantially higher alcohol-related tax revenues for states than private systems. Wholesale monopolies provided the largest financial gain.
3) Alcohol monopolies were associated with lower alcohol-related traffic fatality and crime rates for some offenses like assaults and vandalism compared to license states.
This document lists smoking rates by state and territory in the United States. Rates range from 8.6% in the Virgin Islands to 30.8% in Guam, with most states falling between 15-25%. The data is based on a CDC survey of adults on smoking habits and is considered the most accurate information available on smoking rates nationally and by location.
Volunteerism is the voice of the people put into action. These actions shape and mold the present into a future of which we can all be proud. - Helen Dyer
The document summarizes numerous property/casualty insurance rate and rule filings approved by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Many of the filings increased loss cost multipliers or rates to reduce the impact of approved loss cost decreases. Others involved rate increases for specific lines like homeowners, commercial auto, or workers compensation of between 5-25%. One filing withdrew a $20 fee for dishonored payments.
The RNLI is the largest charity that provides sea rescue services in the UK and Ireland. It operates over 230 lifeboat stations and 330 lifeboats and lifeguard units, supported by over 7,600 operational volunteers and 35,000 fundraising volunteers, as well as 1,500 full-time staff. In 2011, the RNLI rescued over 7,900 people through 8,905 launches. The RNLI relies on voluntary contributions as it receives no government funding. The Finance and Information Systems Director at the RNLI discussed the charity's IT strategy, which focuses on providing seamless service to customers while saving lives at sea in a cost-effective manner, though numerous issues around managing expectations, communication, and financial oversight were also addressed
PDF Using Capital to Diversity your income streams, Casey Lord and Robert Hod...CFG
Venturesome provides various types of financing to charities and social enterprises, including bridging finance to address short-term cash flow issues, pre-funding of fundraising to begin projects immediately, and working capital or growth capital loans to fuel expansion. The document outlines each type of financing and provides case studies of organizations that received support, such as loans to The Andrew Lees Trust, Wollaston Association of Youth, and FareShare that were repaid as planned. Venturesome has invested over £20 million since 2002 with a low default rate and aims to help organizations scale their social impact.
Redescobrindo o tesouro perdido do culto familiarKatiúscia Alves
A empresa de tecnologia anunciou um novo smartphone com câmera aprimorada, maior tela e melhor desempenho. O dispositivo também possui recursos adicionais de inteligência artificial e segurança de dados aprimorados. O lançamento do novo smartphone está programado para o final deste ano.
The document outlines a seven step process for selecting and implementing a new customer relationship management (CRM) system for a charity organization:
1. Understand the organization's core business and information needs.
2. Establish strategic goals and plans for growth, communication channels, and improvements.
3. Create a business case by identifying needs, benefits, risks, and costs.
4. Develop requirements specification detailing functionality wants and essential needs.
5. Research available CRM system options on the market and used by peers.
6. Evaluate options such as maintaining current system or buying a new one based on requirements met and costs.
7. Plan, prioritize, gain approval, and
Mergers and Collaborations - Philip Kirkpatrick and Tina WindersCFG
Practical guidance on mergers and collaborative working arrangements.
A presentation by Philip Kirkpatrick from Bates Wells and Braithwaite and Tina Winders from the Development Trusts Association at the CFDG Annual Conference 12th May 2011
The document provides an overview of key areas of data protection law relevant for charities, including definitions, the data protection principles, fair and lawful processing, data security, subject's rights, direct marketing, and recent European developments. It discusses requirements around obtaining and retaining personal data, sharing data with third parties, responding to subject access requests, and obtaining consent for electronic marketing. Recent cases involving security breaches and retaining data longer than necessary are also summarized.
This document proposes measures to improve national security in Jamaica by reducing high levels of crime and violence. It summarizes that homicides have increased by 1,240% over the past 40 years while other crimes have also risen substantially. Current government and police responses have been ineffective as criminal gangs have gained power. It recommends that politicians stop supporting known criminals and that laws be strengthened to deny bail to repeat offenders and make it easier to prosecute gang members. Tougher legislation combined with community policing and youth programs could help curb crime and the enormous social and economic costs it imposes on Jamaica.
According to government reports, there are over 1,700 prostitutes operating in Western Australia illegally in over 38 brothels, with over 380 workers overall earning up to $5,000 per week. The government is considering legalizing and regulating prostitution by adopting either the regulation model which legalizes and regulates brothels, or the zoning model which restricts prostitution to designated industrial areas. However, the government has been slow to act due to the issue's lack of popularity with voters. Supporters argue that regulation could generate tax revenue and improve worker safety and health.
Latin America Corruption Survey - June 2012EUROsociAL II
This document summarizes the results of a survey of 439 individuals from companies operating in 14 countries in Latin America about corruption. Some key findings include:
- Half of respondents believe their company has lost business to competitors making illicit payments. 44% say corruption is a significant obstacle to business.
- Only 28% believe anti-corruption laws are effective in their country, though this is an improvement from 18% in 2008. Chile and the US are seen as most effective.
- More companies are taking steps to address corruption risks, such as implementing compliance programs, though over half still believe they lose business to bribery.
Legal Network for Truthful Elections (Lente)bali2010
The document summarizes the work of Legal Network for Truthful Elections (Lente), a citizens' watch group that monitored Philippine elections from 2007-2010. Lente trained over 3,000 volunteers who documented over 2,031 complaints across 16 regions, though less than 30 cases were filed. Lente used various media partnerships and appearances to spread awareness about democracy and their work monitoring for election offenses like vote buying and harassment. They established hotlines and trained indigenous peoples to help monitor the 2010 elections and address issues like "hakot" voting and bribery. Lessons from this work showed social media was useful but verification of reports was challenging, and that while automation brought change, more improvement in communications is still needed.
The document discusses the definition and issues surrounding spam email. It provides details on what constitutes spam, the costs it imposes, and factors that determine whether an email is legitimate marketing or spam. It also summarizes laws and regulations related to spam email, including the CAN-SPAM Act and legislation in other countries.
The speaker discusses corruption in Jamaica and calls on citizens to take responsibility in addressing it. Some key points:
- Corruption is perceived as a serious problem in Jamaica according to surveys, though the scale may not be as large as in some other countries.
- Lack of trust in government and between citizens is undermining the economy, as it increases transaction costs and discourages business activity.
- While leadership failures have contributed to corruption, citizens must also change their own behaviors and demand accountability.
- National pride remains strong in Jamaica despite issues, and citizens want the country to succeed if problems are addressed. Everyone must play a role through open debate and collective solutions.
This capstone research presentation discusses police corruption and its prevalent issues. It defines corruption as dishonest or unlawful behavior by those in power. The document outlines some common forms of police corruption, including excessive force, brutality, drug involvement, bribery, and abuse of power. Specific examples of cases involving brutality, bribery, and abuse of power by police officers are provided to illustrate these issues. The presentation suggests that police corruption can be caused by aggressive policing, abuse of power, temptation of money, and low pay for officers.
The document analyzes the prospects for passage of a proposed penny sales tax increase in Georgia to fund transportation projects. It finds that while transportation taxes often pass nationally, Georgia voters recently rejected a smaller car tag tax increase. Support and opposition are emerging along partisan lines. Passage will depend on promoting tangible community benefits versus historical conservative opposition to new taxes in Georgia. The tax could raise $19.3 billion over 10 years but benefits would vary significantly by region.
Online gambling market research june 1, 2010 (1)danenright
This document provides a summary of online gambling market research conducted in 2010. It analyzes global online gambling trends, legal status by country, and primary research conducted in the UK, Australia/New Zealand, and Singapore. Some key findings include that online gambling revenues are expected to grow significantly worldwide between 2007-2012 despite the financial crisis. The UK leads in online gambling regulation while restrictions are expected to loosen in other countries. Asia is a fast-growing market for online gambling due to economic growth and gambling traditions, though legality varies across countries.
This document summarizes a study examining the fiscal and social effects of state alcohol control systems in the United States. It analyzes data from the late 1970s to 2010 comparing states with alcohol monopolies to those with private license systems. Key findings include:
1) States with alcohol monopolies had lower spirits and wine consumption on average. Restricting alcohol advertising was also associated with lower consumption.
2) Alcohol monopolies generated substantially higher alcohol-related tax revenues for states than private systems. Wholesale monopolies provided the largest financial gain.
3) Alcohol monopolies were associated with lower alcohol-related traffic fatality and crime rates for some offenses like assaults and vandalism compared to license states.
This document lists smoking rates by state and territory in the United States. Rates range from 8.6% in the Virgin Islands to 30.8% in Guam, with most states falling between 15-25%. The data is based on a CDC survey of adults on smoking habits and is considered the most accurate information available on smoking rates nationally and by location.
Volunteerism is the voice of the people put into action. These actions shape and mold the present into a future of which we can all be proud. - Helen Dyer
The document summarizes numerous property/casualty insurance rate and rule filings approved by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Many of the filings increased loss cost multipliers or rates to reduce the impact of approved loss cost decreases. Others involved rate increases for specific lines like homeowners, commercial auto, or workers compensation of between 5-25%. One filing withdrew a $20 fee for dishonored payments.
The RNLI is the largest charity that provides sea rescue services in the UK and Ireland. It operates over 230 lifeboat stations and 330 lifeboats and lifeguard units, supported by over 7,600 operational volunteers and 35,000 fundraising volunteers, as well as 1,500 full-time staff. In 2011, the RNLI rescued over 7,900 people through 8,905 launches. The RNLI relies on voluntary contributions as it receives no government funding. The Finance and Information Systems Director at the RNLI discussed the charity's IT strategy, which focuses on providing seamless service to customers while saving lives at sea in a cost-effective manner, though numerous issues around managing expectations, communication, and financial oversight were also addressed
PDF Using Capital to Diversity your income streams, Casey Lord and Robert Hod...CFG
Venturesome provides various types of financing to charities and social enterprises, including bridging finance to address short-term cash flow issues, pre-funding of fundraising to begin projects immediately, and working capital or growth capital loans to fuel expansion. The document outlines each type of financing and provides case studies of organizations that received support, such as loans to The Andrew Lees Trust, Wollaston Association of Youth, and FareShare that were repaid as planned. Venturesome has invested over £20 million since 2002 with a low default rate and aims to help organizations scale their social impact.
Redescobrindo o tesouro perdido do culto familiarKatiúscia Alves
A empresa de tecnologia anunciou um novo smartphone com câmera aprimorada, maior tela e melhor desempenho. O dispositivo também possui recursos adicionais de inteligência artificial e segurança de dados aprimorados. O lançamento do novo smartphone está programado para o final deste ano.
The document outlines a seven step process for selecting and implementing a new customer relationship management (CRM) system for a charity organization:
1. Understand the organization's core business and information needs.
2. Establish strategic goals and plans for growth, communication channels, and improvements.
3. Create a business case by identifying needs, benefits, risks, and costs.
4. Develop requirements specification detailing functionality wants and essential needs.
5. Research available CRM system options on the market and used by peers.
6. Evaluate options such as maintaining current system or buying a new one based on requirements met and costs.
7. Plan, prioritize, gain approval, and
Mergers and Collaborations - Philip Kirkpatrick and Tina WindersCFG
Practical guidance on mergers and collaborative working arrangements.
A presentation by Philip Kirkpatrick from Bates Wells and Braithwaite and Tina Winders from the Development Trusts Association at the CFDG Annual Conference 12th May 2011
The document provides an overview of key areas of data protection law relevant for charities, including definitions, the data protection principles, fair and lawful processing, data security, subject's rights, direct marketing, and recent European developments. It discusses requirements around obtaining and retaining personal data, sharing data with third parties, responding to subject access requests, and obtaining consent for electronic marketing. Recent cases involving security breaches and retaining data longer than necessary are also summarized.
PDF Update on Tax and Gift Aid Kate Sayer, Sayer VincentCFG
This document provides an overview and update on tax and gift aid rules from HMRC. Key points include:
1) Most companies must now file corporation tax returns online using iXBRL formatting, with exemptions for small charities.
2) The annual gift aid donor benefit limit will increase to £2,500 from April 2011.
3) From April 2013, charities can claim gift aid on up to £5,000 of small donations without declarations if registered with HMRC for 3+ years.
4) The substantial donor rules will be phased out and replaced with new "tainted donation" rules to determine if a donation loses tax relief.
The Future of Financial Reporting for Charities, Don Bawtree, BDOCFG
1. The document discusses the future of financial reporting frameworks for charities in the UK. It outlines the development of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and their increasing global adoption.
2. It proposes a new Financial Reporting Standard for Public Benefit Entities (FRSPBE) that would apply specifically to charities and non-profits. Key aspects of the proposed FRSPBE include definitions of public benefit entities, accounting for concessionary loans, property, entity combinations, and incoming resources from non-exchange transactions.
3. Charities would choose between applying the full IFRS, the proposed FRSPBE, or the Financial Reporting Standard for Smaller Entities (FRSSE) depending
Computers present both opportunities and risks as they have become ubiquitous in modern society. Fraudsters have embraced new technologies to carry out hacks, phishing scams, data theft, and other cybercrimes. Organizations can prepare and defend themselves through establishing security policies, training staff, conducting audits and tests, and having response plans for any incidents. Vigilance and awareness of computer risks are key to preventing fraudsters from exploiting technologies for criminal purposes.
The document discusses the benefits of exercise for mental health. Regular physical activity can help reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood and cognitive functioning. Exercise causes chemical changes in the brain that may help protect against mental illness and improve symptoms.
Kk mh-safe water supply plan based on water point survey dataSHUVO,URP-KU
The document outlines a safe water supply plan for Jhikargachha Upazila, Jessore based on a water point survey. [1] An extensive survey was conducted to collect data on all water points including private tube wells and community devices. [2] The data was compiled into a database and used to create GIS maps showing arsenic contamination levels and locations of water points. [3] Workshops were held with Union Parishads to develop a priority list for selecting sites for new safe water device construction based on the maps and survey data.
The document summarizes the key findings of the Annual Fraud Indicator 2013 report published by the National Fraud Authority. It reports that fraud costs the UK an estimated £52 billion annually, including £15.5 billion in identified losses and £36.5 billion in hidden losses. A survey of charities estimates total fraud losses in the charity sector to be £147 million, with identified losses of £66 million and hidden losses of £81 million. Common fraud types included cybercrime, insider fraud, and donation fraud.
Maggie's provides support to cancer patients through comprehensive support programs at its centers across the UK and plans to expand internationally. Previously, Maggie's IT infrastructure faced challenges due to a distributed network across sites with varying levels of connectivity and individual building configurations. Maggie's has now implemented a fully hosted cloud solution with application and file access from any internet connection, outsourced help desk support, and backup/failover systems across two data centers. The cloud approach provides benefits like access from anywhere, faster support, flexibility, and expandability. However, risks include performance reliance on networks, heavy dependence on the hosting partner, potential downtime if the host is down, and ensuring security and flexibility to change partners.
This document discusses the impact of social media on organizations, including charities. It provides examples of how social media was used effectively during the Queensland floods and for the 70th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. The future of social media is discussed, including how content will be delivered across multiple channels and the death of traditional websites. For charities, social media allows greater access to supporters at low cost. Charities must adapt to changing expectations by using digital tools more transparently. The document concludes with tips for organizations to effectively use social media, such as setting objectives and experimenting.
- The document discusses lessons learned from the merger of two organizations, bassac and DTA, into a new organization called Locality. It covers the process, challenges, and benefits of the merger.
- Key aspects of the merger process discussed include staff relations, branding, legal and financial considerations, and ensuring proper consultation with stakeholders.
- Merging the organizations allowed for synergy between the two member networks, reduced costs, and positioned the new organization to have more influence. However, the process required careful management of things like communications, governance structures, and ensuring a smooth transition.
1A - The Cloud: Was it manna from heaven or just a tin of rice pudding? Roger...CFG
This document discusses moving a company's IT infrastructure to cloud computing. It outlines that the presentation will cover:
1) What cloud computing is
2) Why companies should adopt cloud computing
3) How quick and easy moving to the cloud can be
The document then provides financial comparisons of maintaining physical servers versus cloud hosting, showing significant savings from moving to the cloud. It also notes how quickly the company was able to move its infrastructure to the cloud. In conclusion, it summarizes that moving to the cloud saves money, helps the environment, and is simple to implement.
2B - Business IT Investment Risks - Richard MouldsCFG
This document discusses business IT investment risks and lessons learned from past projects. It identifies 10 best practices for successful IT investments based on research, including quantifying benefits and identifying all stakeholders. Two key lessons are to list all risks and issues from reference sites for each option, and ensure project sponsors address difficult issues. The document also discusses challenges faced by armed forces charities in a changing environment and how the Royal British Legion's business model and operating model are transitioning in response.
The survey found that over 1 in 4 Tasmanian organizations had experienced fraud in the last 2 years. Fraud was most prevalent in the financial services industry, with 50% of those organizations reporting incidents. The most common types of fraud reported were theft of cash, misappropriation of assets, and cyber attacks. Poor internal controls was cited as the main enabler of fraud. While most fraud incidents involved losses under $5,000, some losses exceeded $200,000. Internal controls, external sources, and internal referrals were the top ways fraud was identified. However, only around half of organizations surveyed had a whistleblower policy in place.
Findings from India Fraud Survey 2012: Fraud and Corporate Governance - Chang...EY
A report based on a survey conducted to understand the fraud scenario in India. This study aims to understand how businesses have coped with increasing fraud and corruption risk last year, what the emerging fraud risks in the industry are and the measures taken by various organizations to mitigate these risks.
For further information on EY's fraud investigation and dispute services, please visit: http://www.ey.com/IN/en/Services/Assurance/Fraud-Investigation---Dispute-Services
Card fraud is a major issue in the UK with this report showing that one in four adults has been a victim at some point in the past. Find out which cities are card fraud hotspots in our Regional Card Fraud report.
Slides presented at a cybersecurity research conference (APWG.EU 2023) to describe the damage to public health and wellbeing caused by cybercrime (online fraud and scams)
Synthetic identity fraud poses a hidden threat to financial systems and can have severe repercussions. To protect both institutions and consumers, it is essential to unmask this insidious crime.
This document discusses the growing threat of counterfeiting and piracy to economic prosperity. It notes that counterfeiting has expanded beyond luxury goods and now impacts many large brands. Counterfeits often originate in China and are distributed through complex global supply chains. The document estimates that international trade in pirated and counterfeit goods was $250 billion in 2008, and that counterfeiting negatively impacts government revenue, businesses, innovation, employment, and criminal activity. Effective public-private partnerships and enforcement of laws are needed to address the problem.
Bucking the Misleading Fraud Narrative in DigitalEric Bozinny
Method Media Intelligence empowers clients with the training, tools and intelligence needed to ensure that their media investments are spent wisely on quality supply channels. MMI is driven by a passionate belief that the good intentions of marketers to reach digital consumers have been undermined by the highly fragmented digital media ecosystem, and we work exclusively to return the moral high ground - and improved optics - to marketing organizations.
The document discusses fraud in nonprofits. It provides an overview of a three-part series on nonprofit fraud, including the types of fraud, why it occurs, detection, and prevention. It notes that asset misappropriation is the most common fraud in nonprofits. The document also summarizes findings from the ACFE Report to the Nations on occupational fraud, including that the typical organization loses 5% of annual revenue to fraud and the median fraud lasts 18 months before detection. It emphasizes that trust alone is not an internal control and that prevention requires controls, education, and oversight.
The document discusses challenges in KYC/AML compliance for the gaming and gambling industry. It covers how criminals have historically used gambling for money laundering. Regulators are increasing fines for non-compliance. The industry needs effective identity verification and ongoing monitoring to prevent criminal activities like money laundering, fraud and illegal betting while providing a positive customer experience. Implementing identity checks and compliance programs helps gaming companies manage risks and meet regulatory requirements.
Kroll's third Annual Global Fraud Survey surveyed over 700 people and found that the incidence of fraud remained at 85% and average losses rose slightly. Larger companies reported greater losses than smaller companies. Different sectors experienced different levels of fraud, with prevalence increasing in Europe, the Middle East/Africa and decreasing or staying the same elsewhere. The report analyzed trends in fraud types and countermeasures.
Kroll's third Annual Global Fraud Survey surveyed over 700 people and found that the incidence of fraud remained at 85% of respondents. On average, companies lost $8.8 million to fraud, up slightly from $8.2 million last year. Larger companies with over $5 billion in annual sales reported greater losses of $25.8 million, while smaller companies under $5 billion reported lower losses of $4.6 million. Different sectors experienced different levels of fraud in the past year.
The document summarizes several reports that have quantified the economic impact of counterfeiting. It outlines that:
1) Reports by organizations like OECD, OHIM, and UNODC provide data on the estimated financial losses caused by counterfeiting globally and in specific industries like cosmetics, clothing, and how it affects employment and tax revenue.
2) This data can be used by governments and rights holders to enhance awareness of counterfeiting's harms and shape anti-counterfeiting strategies by indicating which markets, sectors, or regions require more focus.
3) Effective strategies require understanding whether counterfeiting in a country is domestic or imported and if consumers are unwittingly or knowingly
Fraud and corruption in the public sector have two elements - the physical act (actus reus) and the state of mind (mens rea). Corrupt practices are actions intended to improperly influence others, while fraudulent practices knowingly mislead to obtain benefits. In the UK, detected fraud is estimated at £27.6-72.9 million annually out of £306 billion in expenditures, much lower than estimates of 3-5% in other countries. Typical fraud schemes include theft, fake invoices, false reimbursements, ghost employees, ineligible benefits, and bribes. Fraudsters may exhibit extravagant lifestyles, anomalous IT activity, and personality traits like resentment and addiction issues.
Corporate fraud and corruption are growing problems globally according to the document. Some key points:
- Developing countries lost nearly $1 trillion to corruption, tax evasion, and trade misinvoicing in 2011 alone. Over the past decade, these countries lost almost $6 trillion illicitly.
- Fraud affects 70% of companies annually on average, costing 1.4% of revenues. Common fraud types include asset misappropriation, corruption, and financial statement fraud.
- Median fraud losses are $145,000 but 22% of cases result in losses over $1 million. Cases involving collusion or multiple perpetrators tend to be more costly.
- While no country is immune
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15. “ In your opinion , how much fraud against your charity could be undetected ? Please provide your estimate as a percentage of your charities’ annual income…” 767 respondents Estimate of fraud against the Charity Sector
17. How does this compare to other estimates? Telecommunications sector 2.4% (£730 million) of turnover (£30 billion) General insurance sector 6.2% (£2.1 billion) of annual total net premiums in the general insurance market (£34 billion) TV licence fee evasion 5.2% (£196 million) with £3.6 billion collected Tax 3.0% (£15 billion) of total net tax liabilities Tax credits 2.1% (£460 million) of tax credits expenditure Benefits 0.7% (£1 billion) of benefit expenditure (£148 billion) Mortgage fraud 0.7% (£1 billion) of the gross mortgage market (£144 billion lent in 2009) NHS Bursaries 2.7% (£12.4 million) of expenditure (£460 million) Top down estimates of undetected fraud
20. Help us, help you The NFA want to reduce the harm caused by fraud
21. For further information: Catherine Hayes Head of Measurement and Analysis Unit The National Fraud Authority tel: 020 3356 1051 email: [email_address] website: http://www.attorneygeneral.gov.uk/nfa www.actionfraud.org.uk
Editor's Notes
Public sector = 3.5 x the £6 billion spending cuts proposed by the Conservative Government Housing Benefit budget Private sector = 500,000 average paid FTE jobs Individuals = 2 weeks food shopping for every family in the UK Charity Sector = Every penny income raised last year by: Comic Relief £74,360,207 Children in Need £39,000,000 Cancer Research £500,000,000 MacMillan £119,000,000 Oxfam £318,000,000 NSPCC £152,210,000 Christian Aid £104,621,000 Total £1,307,191,207
No Less than £10,000 – 91% £10,001 to £100,000 – 88% £100,001 to £500,000 – 77.7 % £500,001 to £5,000,000 – 72.9 % £5,000,000 plus – 70.7%
Basic / without outliers £0 to 10,000 – 4.4% / 2.6% £10,001 to £100,000 – 4.0% / 2.8% £100,001 to £500,000 – 3.0% £500,001 to £5,000,000 – 4.0% / 1.6% £5,000,000 plus – 1.7%