Sikich Director of GRC, Melanie Mui, was featured in Corporate Compliance Insights for her expertise on the importance of proactive internal controls, using a recent $460,000 fraud attempt in Milwaukee as a case study.
Mui explained how gaps such as reliance on documents, lack of verification and missed red flags can expose organizations to fraud. The article emphasized that measures like segregation of duties, dual approvals, vendor verification and ongoing staff training are essential for protecting assets and maintaining trust.
Read the full article here: The Fraud That Almost Worked: What Milwaukee’s Close Call Reveals About Internal Controls
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