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      The risk landscape for organisations is constantly evolving, with threats emerging from different sources such as the following:


      • Internal misconduct
      • External vendors
      • Regulatory violations
      • Legal disputes

      These threats pose significant challenges to organisational stability and credibility.

      Furthermore, the rise of cybercrime, geopolitical tensions, and advancements in technology present new obstacles for businesses to navigate.

      By implementing robust risk management strategies and staying vigilant to potential threats, organisations can enhance their ability to adapt to changes, maintain trust with stakeholders, and safeguard their reputation.

      How can KPMG help?

      We bring together a diverse array of expertise, including expert witness and litigation support specialists, forensic accountants, compliance specialists, and data scientists. This multidisciplinary approach enables us to offer comprehensive and integrated solutions to safeguard your organisation.

      From proactively strengthening controls and ensuring compliance to conducting thorough investigations and providing swift and effective responses, we are committed to mitigating risks and protecting your organisation from potential reputational and financial harm. By focusing on prevention, detection, and resolution, we aim to protect your organisation from the complexities of fraud, misconduct, and other threats.

      Through our commitment to promoting integrity through prevention, detection, and investigation, we strive to not only address current risks but also to equip your organisation with the tools and strategies necessary to navigate future challenges and maintain a strong and reputable presence in the marketplace.

      Forensic Services

      Our forensic services

      Many organisations struggle to find the appropriate resources with the necessary skills and expertise to efficiently conduct a timely, cost-effective, and unbiased investigation into suspected fraud or misconduct. We collaborate closely with your business to understand the investigation objectives and to coordinate a strategy that incorporates the appropriate resources.  

      By swiftly identifying fraud or misconduct, you can mitigate the risk of:

      • Financial loss
      • Reputational damage
      • Loss of public trust

      We gather critical intelligence to help you manage non-financial risks as you engage in joint ventures and acquisitions, enter new and emerging markets, and oversee your existing third-party relationships.

      We offer support in the following areas:

      • New market intelligence and country risk

        Empowering you to enter challenging markets with confidence and a strategic advantage.

      • Due diligence, screening, and background checks

        Leveraging advanced technology to conduct comprehensive research, helping you understand your counterparties and investment targets.

      • Disputes and investigations support

        Assembling public information, evidence, and intelligence to map networks and uncover new investigative leads across various jurisdictions.

      • Special situations and crisis management

        Working with you to develop strategies that anticipate unexpected risks and crises, and providing on-call support as new challenges arise.

      Disputes are an inevitable aspect of conducting business. When they occur, it is essential to gather critical facts, evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of your organisation's position, and develop a strategy to either settle or prevail.

      Domestic and cross-border disputes can encompass complex economic, financial, and technical issues, as well as multiple languages, client locations, and varying jurisdictional laws and standards. KPMG's Dispute Advisory Services equip litigants with a comprehensive understanding of the issues and a thorough assessment of each party's position. This level of support facilitates better outcomes, whether through settlement or litigation. We combine industry-specific experience with technical knowledge, enabling us to serve as effective advisers, privileged consultants, and expert witnesses.

      The relentless growth of data volumes, sources, and types presents both opportunities and threats for companies. Properly managing data can provide valuable insights into your business needs, while misunderstanding your data landscape or mishandling data can lead to reputational, legal, and regulatory risks.

      We offer support in the following areas:


      • Forensic investigations

        When data has been misused or you suspect wrongdoing within your company.

      • eDiscovery

        When you need to quickly and accurately identify, collect, review, and disclose your data.

      • Compliance automation

        Making tedious, manual compliance checks and validations more efficient.


      Our specialists and industry experts possess extensive knowledge and experience in disclosure, incident response, investigations, regulatory inquiries, and data enhancement and remediation.

      Our team of professionals possess a deep understanding of the complexities and nuances of various business contracts, processes, and procedures.

      We can assist you with:


      • Intellectual Property (IP) audit

        Evaluating and optimising IP governance processes throughout different stages of the IP lifecycle.

      • Vendor contracts

        Advising management on vendor relationships.

      • Reseller and distributor review

        Enforcing contracts with channel partners.

      • Digital distribution

        Assessing the completeness and accuracy of self-reporting of content distribution for digital content owners.

      • Royalty compliance

        Recovering fees, strengthening licensing relationships, and identifying opportunities to mitigate risk.

      By promptly benefitting from our anti-bribery and corruption services, you can mitigate the risk of non-compliance with ABC laws and regulations, thereby avoiding fines, penalties, sanctions, civil liability, and reputational damage.

      We can assist you by:


      • Providing prevention measures including risk assessments
      • Evaluating program controls and governance structures
      • Developing robust and tailored anti-bribery and corruption compliance programs
      • Conducting third-party screening and acquisition due diligence
      • Offering training programs in various formats

      We aim to help you enhance your level of business integrity by focusing on "doing the right thing in the right way." Additionally, we can assist you in "measuring" integrity and facilitating the implementation of an effective "integrity policy." To this end, we have developed a range of practical, tried-and-tested tools, based on specialist knowledge of integrity risks and dilemmas, as well as specific industry insights.

      How we can assist:


      • Evaluating, developing, and implementing behavioral codes
      • Organising training courses on integrity, including dilemma training and executive coaching
      • Identifying the integrity climate within an organisation

        Conducting third-party screening and acquisition due diligence

      Our insights

      As organizations navigate the complexities of corporate fraud, they need to take proactive steps to implement robust internal controls, promoting an ethical culture, enhancing detection mechanisms, fostering collaboration and transparency, and adapting to technological changes.

      The latest fraud trends and patterns affecting the UK economy.

      Why the requirements of the CSRD lead to fraudulent behaviour - and what you can do about it.

      Contact us

      Alex Azzopardi

      Partner, Risk Consulting Advisory Services

      KPMG in Malta


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