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Control Risks Global Risk Survey 2022
The Control Risks 2022 Global Risk Survey asked organisations which risks will shape their strategy this year. The Survey, completed by our clients and LinkedIn followers, asked about issues ranging from cyber and digital threats, the impact of Covid, and the priority of ESG issues.
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Listen in on conversations with Control Risks experts and external guests about what risks are on the horizon for organisations. Featuring experts from all areas of Control Risks, we can help you navigate what lies ahead.
Supply chains and compliance
Maria Knapp joins the Sam M. Walton College of Business at the University of Alabama in its latest “The BIS” podcast to discuss supply chains and ESG compliance.
Digital evidence recovery: Remote acquisitions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The rise of the pandemic and ensuing travel restrictions have forced most digital forensics experts to adapt by rigorously accelerating their use of remote forensics to acquire and preserve evidence.
OPEC+ production scenarios for the start of another tumultuous year
Businesses should prepare for continued oil market volatility. We set out three scenarios for oil markets for the coming three months to assist with strategic planning.
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Biodiversity loss in Africa: A critical risk and opportunity for impact
According to a 2016 study published by the UN, Africa is one of the most biodiverse regions on Earth, hosting a quarter of global biodiversity. However, biodiversity rates on the continent are declining and this could accelerate as Africa continues to invest in infrastructure in pursuit of economic development.
Analysis
Why ESG matters in the world of crisis management
We discuss the strong links between string ESG performance and effective crisis management before, during and after a crisis.
The Global Insight
Is sport reshaping risk, or is risk reshaping sport?
Amid rising geopolitical turbulence, the business of sport is not only a bellwether for emerging trends, but shapes and is shaped by them. Join Charles Hecker and Claudine Fry for a conversation with in-house experts Daniel Heal, James Lewry and Kent D. Kedl about the work were doing in the world of sport and what sport can tell us about geopolitics, ESG and and the role of risk in decision making.
Analysis
Ten key issues in Africa in 2022
The economic toll of the COVID-19 pandemic, tight elections to be fought or avoided, Islamist militant groups expanding their reach, and climate change are all issues Africa will face in 2022.
Analysis
Big picture series: the UAE at 50 – Looking for new horizons to outgrow the Gulf
On 2 December, the UAE celebrated 50 years since its independence in 1971. This anniversary year has been as much a commemoration of the country’s achievements as it has been a time of strategic economic and geopolitical realignment.
Navigating emerging food and beverage challenges in 2022 and beyond
Navigating emerging food and beverage challenges in 2022 and beyond, on food safety, food traceability and business continuity beyond manufacturing sites.
Analysis
What next for Kazakhstan?
Nationwide popular peaceful protests, a violent insurrection, and a power struggle have undermined Kazakhstan’s status as Central Asia’s most business-friendly nation. We explore what happened and what happens next.
Analysis
Digging deeper: Identifying meaningful ESG commitments
In an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, we explore the importance of being thorough and holistic in ESG due diligence efforts beyond the countries we operate in.
The Global Insight
After Merkel: business and the new German era
What does Germany’s new coalition government mean for the risk landscape both within and beyond the nation’s borders? Join Charles Hecker and Claudine Fry for a conversation for a discussion with in-house expert Florian Otto about the implications for geopolitics, energy transition, and digitalisation as Germany enters a new era.
Analysis
Libya: Continued political stalemate will pose serious challenges for foreign companies
With the date for Libya’s long-planned presidential elections having come and gone in December 2021, the political deadlock between Libya’s eastern and western authorities will continue to pose serious challenges for foreign companies doing business in or with Libya.
Analysis
United Arab Emirates: Integrity risks to persist despite new, stronger anti-money laundering measures
The government of Dubai (UAE) on 22 August announced that it will set up a specialised anti-money laundering court within the court of first instance and the court of appeal.
Analysis
China technology and data regulations: A changing environment for international firms
As China's technology and cyber regulatory framework continues to develop and mature, new requirements for cyber security, information security and, in some cases, specific requirements for products sold in China, are being introduced. As these regulations are intended to help China manage strategic technology risks, they are a priority for China’s policymakers.
Report
The pandemic goes endemic: Learning the lessons, boosting preparedness, building resilience
The worst of the Covid-19 pandemic appeared to be behind us, with the removal of restrictions in the UK in July 2021.
Analysis
Kazakhstan: Russian military arrival likely to quell protests but drive political uncertainty
The Russian-led CSTO arrived in Kazakhstan to assist with what President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has described as a terrorist threat from protesters. We examine the security, operational and political implications.
Analysis
Digital evidence recovery: Remote acquisitions during the COVID-19 pandemic
The rise of the pandemic and ensuing travel restrictions have forced most digital forensics experts to adapt by rigorously accelerating their use of remote forensics to acquire and preserve evidence.
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