Business Operations Advisory

Claims Services

Dealing with significant losses due to claims, litigation or an unexpected event can cause disruption to a company’s core business. Whether these are the result of a major catastrophe such as Hurricane Katrina, arise from product liability litigation such as asbestos claims, stem from the on-going subprime mortgage crisis, or occur as a result of the increased number of product recalls from China - collecting and analysing the relevant data and understanding the insurance implications are critical steps towards effectively managing a company’s potential liability.

Disclosure Services

Corporations continue to face escalating costs and higher business risks that are associated with meeting compliance requirements and responding to litigation and regulatory investigations. This trend is reinforced by amendments to the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, which require that certain e-discovery issues must be brought up and agreed-upon at the beginning of legal proceedings. This is a significant step by the Federal courts to recognise the importance of e-discovery in litigation.

Disputes

Disputes are a fact of life in business today. The successful resolution of complex, high-stakes legal disputes is of paramount importance to companies and their legal counsel. Having a qualified and experienced testifying expert can be a significant strategic advantage.

Financial & Accounting Advisory

Change within the finance function is driven by a dynamic business model, regulatory and compliance directives, as well as the demand for improved efficiencies. The need for timely and accurate financial information and modelling, technical accounting expertise and internal controls commands the attention of business leaders today.

Investigations

Exposure to white collar-crime, corporate fraud and accounting inquiries has escalated for corporations worldwide. In this high-risk business climate, the need for experienced and objective financial and business investigations has never been more critical.

Risk Management & Compliance

Constantly changing regulations are a challenge for every organisation. Non-compliance can result in the loss of customers, reputation, profits, employees and shareholders. And in extreme cases, can lead to a litigious situation. In large organisations, it can be especially difficult to monitor corporate compliance and to mitigate risks.

Technology Advisory

Technology is a core part of every business. For every organisation, regardless of industry, powerful tools, products and services form the primary platform for communication and interaction. As technology continues to evolve, corporate performance is increasingly dependent on the constant alignment between business operations and IT execution and support.

Government Contractor Services

The United States Federal Government is the single largest purchaser of goods and services in the world. Companies operating or seeking to sell in this market are subject to numerous and complex laws and regulations, many involving accounting and pricing. Federal laws and regulations change frequently, making them challenging to interpret and manage properly. In addition, Government contractors are subject to regulatory and political scrutiny and frequent government audits. If violations occur, penalties can be significant, including disbarment from future contracts with the Federal government.