The Fraud Triangle
According to loss control experts, employee theft usually occurs when three key elements exist.
- Opportunity — Even the most honest employee can be tempted to steal when he/she sees there are vulnerabilities in your system.
- Pressure — Drug or alcohol dependency, gambling problems, divorce, serious illness and other economic pressures can lead to employee theft.
- Attitude — Some employees may think that the company owes them something and they have a right to take it.
