FRAUD PREVENTION AND DETECTION
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Key Control Features for the Requirements Denition Stage
The following are essential controls to prevent fraud at the requirements
denition stage:
• Ensure that the needs are appropriately dened and clearly linked
to the objectives of the proposed procurements.
• Ensure that there is a detailed statement of the specications,
including such things as compliance with relevant standards
and requirements regarding performance, quality, time line,
and cost.
• Ensure that a detailed schedule is developed for the cost- effective
management of the procurement process.
• Ensure that alternatives to meeting the requirements are identi-
ed and assessed, including with regard to cost, viability, and
time lines.
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