Why South African businesses should leverage trustworthy data for better procurement choices
Mitigating the risk of procurement fraud and other irregularities is possible by equipping organisations with the tools necessary to improve transparency, decision-making, and cost-effectiveness...
A fast and accurate way of overcoming estate planning challenges
We are regularly reminded of the importance of having a properly drafted will to ensure that our loved ones are well cared for when...
Pre-employment background checks – essential in verifying job candidates are who they claim to...
Background checks reduce a company’s risk for reputational damage and criminal activities such as fraud and theft. They can also verify information on an...
In-depth KYC checks are boosting the integrity of financial services
As more processes move online cybercrime is on the rise, with online banking processes, and particularly the onboarding of new customers, becoming a common...
How each department in every SA business can mitigate fraud in 2024
Fraud of all kinds increased by a shocking 600% over the last four years in South Africa. Clearly, it’s more important than ever to...
Background checks are worth their weight in gold in the mining sector
South Africa possesses ore reserves amounting to a value of more than US$2.5 trillion, with 16 commodities ranked in the top ten internationally. In...
Using powerful data to shut the door on SA’s biggest property scams
Fraud in the property sector has become alarmingly common in recent years. With substantial sums of money on the line, increasingly sophisticated scams have...
Powering debt recovery with smart, reliable data
The Covid-19 pandemic, a severely constrained economic outlook, and rising unemployment have all placed immense pressure on South African businesses and consumers and their...
Financial advisors – building trust through accurate data with SearchWorks
Financial advisors play a vital role in shaping financial futures. By creating tailored blueprints for individuals and businesses based on their goals, income, and...
Breaking down the FIC Act: A Quick Guide for Accountable Institutions
As is generally the case with new legislation, most businesses will only take it seriously once an inspector comes knocking. This should not be...
Navigating FICA compliance for the South African retail industry
The South African retail industry operates in a complex and challenging environment. Economic uncertainty, rising costs, and unpredictable consumer demands have created conditions in...
The importance of Know Your Business (KYB)
How to check the legitimacy of a company you work with to avoid risky business relationships
Approximately 2-5% of the world's GDP is laundered every...
