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Internal Fraud is the misuse of an organization’s resources or assets conducted by a malicious insider. This individual could be a current or former employee, contractor, or other business relationship who has knowledge of or access to the processes and/or systems within an organization. Due to their knowledge, the fraudster can bypass organizational security measures through legitimate means. Industry Concerns According to the AFP Payments Guide 1: Combating Fraud in a Remote Working Environment “A somewhat alarming 2019 study of executives from mid-sized companies, $50 million to $3 billion...
In 2022, American agribusiness leaders face a reefer container shortage forcing them to once more re-examine distribution logistics. What strategies can help agribusiness leaders navigate the reefer container shortage and maintain profits in 2022? The Covid-19 pandemic brought global trade to a standstill. While some businesses weathered the storm fairly unharmed, knowing their products were safe in storage, others—like American agribusinesses—wore their concerns on their sleeves. Temperature-sensitive and seasonal products would perish if they couldn't get to the shelves and eventual...
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There’s never been a more challenging time for food inventory management than the period we’re in now. With an increased focus on health and traceability, customers now want to know your supplier and your supplier’s supplier. As inflation, supply chain issues, and labor shortages continue to drive up the cost of food—especially fresh produce—business leaders must consider every avenue to strengthen their supply chains. As the country continues to move beyond the tumultuous two-and-a-half-year pandemic, many lingering issues still hinder our return to normalcy. American business leaders of all...
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To address the industry's need for seasonal labor, businesses must collaborate to create more sustainable business practices. If data tells us anything, the global agriculture business is trending towards automation. A revolutionary new piece of equipment that could drastically curb labor shortages, for example, is the strawberry harvester. American agribusiness leaders have plenty to look forward to with these types of emerging technologies. Read more about these exciting innovations here. For thousands of years, careful human hands played an integral role in the fresh fruit and produce...
Consumers are demanding streamlined, hassle-free payment solutions both online and in person. As consumers increasingly pay less with cash, businesses are turning to an increasing mix of emerging payment solutions to maintain growth. For the most part, consumer preferences are shifting toward mobile and digital payment options. Businesses are responding by investing in ways to improve their payment solutions to accommodate mobile, online and point-of-sale channels. The mix of emerging payments depends on the industry and local markets. But the general trends shown in the most recent survey by...