Business
Tips to Prevent and Detect Bid Rigging
By understanding the signs of potentially fraudulent bids and taking proactive steps to thwart their likelihood, construction executives can deter this illegal practice.
By Tiffany Couch
October 22, 2018
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Business
by Tiffany Couch
Tiffany Couch is CEO and founder of Acuity Forensics, a nationally recognized forensic accounting firm. She is also the author of "The Thief in Your Company," a book that explores the financial and emotional impact of fraud on organizations of all sizes. She can be reached by emailing tcouch@acuityforensics.com or calling (360) 573-5158.
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