In May 2024, a French industrial group with an international scope called on Skan1 to assess the profile of a potential new strategic consultant in the context of developing activities in Asia. The SKAN-5X analysis, which includes discreet field interviews, calls for a high level of vigilance regarding this partner, including a specific mechanism, without triggering any prohibitive alerts.
Mission context :
Established in several states and operating through various entities, the subject seems to be positioning itself as a recognized intermediary for foreign companies wishing to penetrate the markets in question.
It could therefore accompany our client in Asia to respond to important public tenders in the security-defense sector launched by a regional power.
Result of our investigations :
This seasoned consultant offering consulting and business development services is attracting increased attention because of his connections with influential figures in the military and political sectors in this sensitive country.
SKAN1’s research highlights a respected professional whose network of influence raises questions: while no evidence of corruption or misconduct has been identified to date, his close ties to former senior military officers and exposed politicians deserve special attention.
His involvement in major government projects and his connections with Russia illustrate his ability to navigate complex environments with tangible financial and reputational risks.
Benefit for the customer :
The in-depth SKAN-5X assessment allows the client to understand precisely the issues and risks related to this possible collaboration.
While the technical skills and professionalism of this consultant are recognized, as is his effectiveness, his positioning in this sensitive sector and his networks of influence call for the establishment of a comprehensive system of anti-corruption safeguards.
The Skan1 recommendation includes the deployment of enhanced compliance procedures, both internally and externally, as well as the setting up of a permanent monitoring of the subject’s activity and networks in order to best secure, in terms of ethics and compliance, a possible entry into a business relationship.
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