Queue of thousands shows desperation of South Africa job crisis.  What does desperation cost our country?  Many in our country are really struggling but desperate times create desperate measures. Don’t skip your processes in place to address risk. Regardless of how desperate a person may be, make sure you verify details on the job application […]

In recent years, fraud and dishonesty have become increasingly prevalent challenges for South Africa’s financial and corporate sectors. The Association for Savings and Investment South Africa (ASISA) reported a staggering 46% increase in fraud cases in 2023 compared to the previous year. This surge highlights the critical need for businesses to strengthen their fraud prevention […]

After having attended the Pulse CSO 360 Global Congress and in an era defined by digital transformation, global connectivity, and heightened security risks, it was interesting to see how the role of the Chief Security Officer (CSO) has expanded beyond traditional physical security.  Today, the CSO is a pivotal figure in safeguarding an organisation’s assets, […]

South Africa is grappling with a significant surge in white-collar crime, underscoring the urgent need for robust employee screening practices. The recently released second-quarter crime statistics for July to September 2024 revealed an 18.5% spike in commercial crime incidents compared to the same period in 2023. This alarming increase, from 30,630 to 36,300 cases, highlights […]

“60% of employers have admitted to firing Gen Z employees they’ve hired this year,” Says Forbes. “They [Gen Z] don’t know basic skills for social interaction with customers, clients, and co-workers, nor workplace etiquette,” Holly Schroth, senior lecturer at the Haas School of Business at the University of California, Berkeley told Euronews.   Employers have observed […]

As the 2024 calendar year draws to a close, the latest Employers Background Screening Report sheds light on the rising challenges and trends in employee screening internationally.   With the influx of fraudulent activities and integrity-related challenges, employers are placing greater emphasis on robust verification measures. Here’s a closer look at the trends shaping this critical […]