More than one third of graduates lie about or exaggerate their results when applying for a job. Many of us have heard this before, but perhaps we don’t realise quite how serious it is: more than 33% of the people … Continued
Beware the dangers of fake footwear We’ve all seen the oddly shaped, bright coloured clogs donned by many for comfort and convenience. They are ubiquitous in the hot tropics of Asia. Unfortunately, recent testing shows that 60% of counterfeit Crocs … Continued
Asia is twice as likely as other regions to experience cyber crime, according to some commentators. It’s not surprising. There are more corporate targets, more connected and compromised consumers, and more capable criminals in the region. More corporate targets Asian economies are growing … Continued
We regularly find counterfeited or illegally imported products. The problem for most business owners is that it can be a new experience, particularly if you’re just getting started in Asia. What happens next? Who do you turn to? For most, … Continued
Counterfeiting is rife throughout the world and across an unbelievable range of industries. The potential damage inferior products can do to a company’s brand and its consumers could be catastrophic. Cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and medical devices, food and beverage, and industrial, … Continued
Is your money safe enough even in the ‘safest’ of places? Banks are at increasing risk of cyber-crime, as revealed by a series of thefts using vulnerabilities in the SWIFT network. Taking advantage of cheap network switches and a lack … Continued
A recent headline in the Guardian declared that antibiotic resistance rivals cancer as a public health issue. It’s been known for decades amongst medical and public health experts: the tools that we have to fight killer bacteria are becoming less … Continued
Illegal Medicine threatens lives across Asia Black market supply of pharmaceutical drugs poses numerous threats to public safety. The threat is dependent on the type of illegal medicine. Counterfeit medicine is highly dangerous for patients. The key risk arises from … Continued
How to Prevent Cyber Crime The increased reliance on technology and the use of online services in business have left businesses and their customers vulnerable to cyber-attack and data loss. With so much sensitive corporate and customer information maintained online, … Continued
Stop Stealing Stock! 5 Simple Tips for Protecting Your Assets Business owners and managers keep a tight hand on wallets and iPhones through Asia, but its actually inventory and operational plant that is more susceptible to theft. SMCS Risk is … Continued