{"id":16991,"date":"2022-01-15T09:23:18","date_gmt":"2022-01-15T09:23:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crigroup.com\/?p=16991"},"modified":"2024-01-22T13:31:35","modified_gmt":"2024-01-22T13:31:35","slug":"2021-cpi-overview-is-out-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/crigroup.com\/ar\/2021-cpi-overview-is-out-now\/","title":{"rendered":"2021 CPI Overview is Out Now!"},"content":{"rendered":"
The newly published Transparency International\u2019s Corruption Perception Index (CPI 2021)<\/a> is out. This year\u2019s Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) reveals that corruption levels are at a worldwide standstill.\u00a0The CPI ranks 180 countries and territories around the world by their\u00a0perceived levels of\u202fpublic sector corruption<\/a>. The results are given on a scale of 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean). This year, the global\u202faverage\u202fremains unchanged for the tenth year\u202fin a row, at just 43 out of a possible 100 points. Despite multiple commitments, 131 countries have made no significant progress against corruption in the last decade. Two-thirds of countries score below 50, indicating that they have serious corruption problems, while 27 countries are at their lowest score ever. That proves the need to implement more stringent anti-bribery anti-corruption measures worldwide. In this article, we discuss solutions to tackle bribery in these regions.<\/p>\n At the top of the CPI, countries in Western Europe and the European Union continue to wrestle with transparency and accountability in their response to COVID-19, threatening the region\u2019s clean image. In parts of Asia Pacific, the Americas, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, increasing restrictions on accountability measures and basic civil freedoms allow corruption to go unchecked. Even historically high-performing countries are showing signs of decline.<\/p>\n In the Middle East and North Africa, the interests of a powerful few continue to dominate the political and private sphere, and the limitations placed on civil and political freedoms are blocking any significant progress. In Sub-Saharan Africa, armed conflict, violent transitions of power and increasing terrorist threats combined with poor enforcement of anti-corruption commitments rob citizens of their basic rights and services. Download the 2021 Transparency International Corruption Perception Index<\/a>\u00a0 and compare with last years (2020) corruption wins, scandals and predictions for each region (Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Pakistan).<\/a><\/p>\n The current business climate requires a review and reassessment of your organization’s third-party relationships. The global pandemic is rattling economies worldwide, disrupting supply chains, interrupting production, wreaking havoc on industry sectors and shuttering businesses.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s highly probable that, at some point, organizations that affiliate with outside providers will eventually have to deal with any number of operational interruptions resulting from a third-party related issue. And while the risks involved in partnering with outsiders haven’t changed over time, the potential level of liability has been ratcheted up several notches.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n International Borders have been ripped down. Technology has improved the way businesses communicate.\u00a0<\/span>Easy access to data and information enables the media to report on business news before a business can adequately respond. Consequently, the markets quickly react based on this 24\/7 on-demand news cycle.<\/span><\/p>\n The result of this increased liability can be highly problematic:<\/span><\/p>\n Corporate Research and Investigations Limited (CRI Group\u2122) is pleased to announce the rollout of its 3PRM-Certified\u2122<\/strong><\/span> a third-party certification program, specifically designed for organisations across the Middle East, Europe and Asian regions. CRI Group’s 3PRM-Certified\u2122<\/strong> Risk Management Program Presents an Effective Strategy to Vet Outside Partnerships.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n This highly specialised Third-Party Risk Management assessment and certification program was developed to help organisations accurately determine the legal compliance, financial viability, and integrity levels of outside partners, suppliers, and customers who seek to affiliate with and represent your business.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n CRI Group’s 3PRM-Certified\u2122<\/strong><\/span> third-party risk management strategy can safeguard your organisation against:<\/p>\n DOWNLOAD BROCHURE NOW!<\/a><\/p>\n The 3PRM-Certified\u2122 program consists of\u00a0<\/span>gap analysis investigative due diligence<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0on targeted third-party partners, suppliers and agents seeking to affiliate with your organisation. This comprehensive program can reveal any Anti-Corruption, Compliance and Risk Management deficiencies associated with the international regulatory framework. The International Standards Organisation ISO achieves another milestone to launch ISO 37000:2021 Governance of organisations, ISO 37002:2021 Whistleblowing Management systems in-line with ISO 37301 Compliance Management Systems to demonstrate effective corporate compliance and Environmental, Social, and Governance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n CRI\u00ae Group employs a network of locally qualified, subject-specific auditors, investigators, certified fraud examiners and industry-specific professionals across the Middle East, European and Asian regions who can provide expert counsel in offering\u00a0<\/span>3PRM-Certified\u2122 strategies as an effective preemptive measure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 3PRM\u2122 Gap Analysis can also be combined with a accredited certification by CRI\u00ae Group’s independent certification body “ABAC\u2122 Center of Excellence Limited<\/em>” for the scope of<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n Has your organisation adequately vetted its third-party relationships lately? Contact CRI\u00ae<\/strong> Group to learn more about our 3PRM-Certified\u2122 third-party risk management strategy program and discover a practical and proactive approach to mitigating the risks associated with corruption, bribery, financial crimes and other dangerous threats posed by third-party partnerships. We invite you to schedule a quick appointmen<\/a>t with us to discuss you third-party risk management strategy needs.<\/span><\/p>\n Don\u2019t leave TPRM to chance. Take a proactive stance with the highest level of TPRM as a part of your essential corporate strategy. Contact us today to learn more about our full range of services to help your organisation stay protected.<\/span><\/p>\n GET A FREE QUOTE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Who is CRI<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0Group\u2122?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Based in London, CRI Group\u2122 works with companies across the Americas, Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia-Pacific as a one-stop international Risk Management<\/a>,\u00a0Employee Background Screening<\/a>,\u00a0 In 2016, CRI GroupWhat\u2019s Happening Around the World?<\/h3>\n
Trouble at the Top, COVID-19 and Human Rights<\/h3>\n
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THE CHALLENGE: A highly educated market responds immediately with their pocketbooks<\/h3>\n
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THE OUTCOMES: Identifying Red Flags<\/h3>\n
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THE SOLUTION: Qualify Your Partners. Protect Your Organisation<\/h3>\n
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