CORRUPT CONDUCT INVESTIGATIONS

We have a strong track record working with local, state and federal government agencies in conducting investigations into corrupt conduct in accordance with CCC, IBAC and ICAC requirements.

EXPERTS IN CORRUPT CONDUCT INVESTIGATIONS

Having worked with many private and government organisations, examining allegations of corrupt and reportable conduct, we are well placed to review a range of statutory and civil activities within your organisation from procurement and recruitment processes to internal investigation process evaluations and whistle-blower complaints to determine whether corrupt conduct has occurred.

A STRONG TRACK RECORD

We have a proven history of working closely with government agencies, government owned corporations and organisations subject to mandatory reporting requirements, to address matters of suspected corrupt conduct and serious misconduct.

Many of our investigators have qualifications in Government Investigations along with extensive hands-on experience servicing federal, state and local government contracts. We combine this exceptional practical experience with robust case management, information security and policy frameworks.

INVESTIGATING CORRUPT CONDUCT

Our Methodology

All of our corrupt conduct investigations follow the process set out in the Corruption in Focus Guide (QCCC) and meet Australian Government Investigations Standards (AGIS).

Allocation– We carefully review the Terms of Reference and allocate the most suitable investigator to conduct the matter.

Planning – We write your project requirements into our operating systems to ensure effective monitoring of milestones. A detailed investigation plan is compiled and quality reviewed. Key milestone points are determined and risks identified.

Investigation – Relevant parties are interviewed and evidence is gathered. Quality and consultation processes occur throughout this phase.

Initial Reporting – The investigator compiles a detailed draft investigation report and uploads relevant attachments into the case management system.

Review – Quality assurance managers review the evidence and investigation report. Any proposed amendments are sent back to the investigator for inclusion in a final report.

Final Reporting – The final report is again reviewed by quality assurance managers and forwarded to client for review.

Continuous Learning – All learnings from the feedback gathered during the investigation are injected into Synergy information management, process improvement and training systems.

INFORMATION SECURITY

Information collected through all of our investigations is subject to strict information security protocols. Investigation files are stored in a secure online cloud management system with Australia based servers. File data is stored in discrete file blocks that are fragmented and encrypted using 256-bit AES. Hard copy files are stored in accordance with our Information Security Policy and destroyed in accordance with our Secure Document Destruction Policy which employs a document destruction contractor. Our Evidence Handling Policy complies with AGIS and the Evidence Act 1995. Our internal systems are protected using robust password access protocols, firewalls, password protection, anti-virus and anti-spyware applications. All of our systems run current and patched software and application whitelisting software.

ENGAGING SYNERGY WORKPLACE INVESTIGATIONS

HOW TO GET STARTED

We welcome invitations to participate in tendering for government and private contracts and are well placed to respond to RFT’s promptly and comprehensively. Our team is always available to speak with you further about any such opportunities.