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Which is Best to Trust: Heart, Mind or Lie Detector?

By Brianne Burr, Marketing – There are numerous methods used to determine truth. Many people want to go with a gut feeling or with other emotional measures. Others rely upon logic and facts. Some use a combination of these techniques to determine where accuracy lies, while others rely on guesswork. Which ... Read More
August 1, 2014Russ Warner

Uncovering Corrupt Cronies in Municipal Government

By Brianne Burr, Marketing – A common phrase used in the workforce today is that “it’s not what you know, but whom you know.” Networking is a critical part of any individual’s attempt to get ahead. Making friends and connections can often become the key to a successful career. However, this situation ... Read More
July 30, 2014Russ Warner

Can We Please Screen Politicians for Corruption?

By Jeff Pizzino, APR, Corporate Communications – Even in the ultra-conservative State of Utah, corruption is no stranger. Regardless of the political environment, corrupt officers and politicians find their way into positions of power where they can wield influence. Bribery and corruption in political office are the charges of the day, involving ... Read More
July 28, 2014Jeff Pizzino

Social Progression: Redirect from Corruption to Integrity

By Brianne Burr, Marketing – In today’s world, morals are rapidly changing. What was once unacceptable moral or ethical behavior is sometimes encouraged; indeed, in many cases, corrupt or immoral actions are seen as the only route to be taken. Good people in poor economic or social conditions are corruptible. Corruption's Increasing ... Read More
July 25, 2014Russ Warner

Protecting Kids with Lie Detectors

By Brianne Burr, Marketing – Children and minors should be protected by law. There are current laws designed to protect children, such as child labor laws prohibiting work demands for certain ages or hours of work. But there are ways that kids are directly impacted by laws that do not protect ... Read More
July 23, 2014Russ Warner

The Disney Challenge: Ongoing Employee Screening

By Russ Warner, VP Marketing – When it comes to screening employees for drug use, sex offenses or other felonies, many sophisticated companies require random drug tests and background checks. Background checks are done to determine if there is a history of questionable behavior based on public record. Professional reference checks try ... Read More
July 21, 2014Russ Warner

Utah Company Uses the Eyes to Detect Deception

July 21, 2014WebKeeper

Political Corruption Affects Food and Farmers

By Brianne Burr, Marketing – Food is the substance of life; no one can live without it. Many people work in food services and in food production as a means to earn a living and to allow the rest of us to eat. In today’s economy, each job is valuable and should ... Read More
July 18, 2014Jeff Pizzino

Overeager Accusations and Determining Innocence

By Russ Warner, VP Marketing & Operations – Many cases of corrupt government officials have made the news in recent years. As such, it has become easier to place blame and point fingers when politics go awry. Corruption charges should not be taken lightly, and sometimes the innocent are taken ... Read More
July 16, 2014Jeff Pizzino

Methods of Anti-Corruption in Government: China

By Brianne Burr, Marketing – One of the worst places to see corruption is in governments where high-level positions affect a lot of people. Of course, these sorts of power positions are those that are most attractive to and most easily sought out by those who would be corrupt leaders. Governments ... Read More
July 14, 2014Jeff Pizzino
 

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