The desideratum of this discourse was to unpack the nexus of good governance, effective procurement and prevention of corruption at workplace. Money can corrupt the virtuous. Efficient public procurement is key to enhancing state portfolio in infrastructure, health, education and other public services, making it central to state efforts to enhance living standard. Efficient public procurement has a nexus with good governance. The questionnaire method was considered appropriate to collect and analyse data from the respondents. Different questionnaire and interviews were administered to every respondent. Collusion and corruption are distinct challenges within public procurement, yet they may regularly occur in tandem and have mutually added fuel to the fire impact. A good example of collusion and corruption is the alleged chain effect of the Fish rot scandal in Namibia. They are optimally perceived, therefore, as concomitant threats to the integrity of public procurement.
Efficient public procurement is key to enhancing state portfolio in infrastructure, health, education and other public services, making it central to state efforts to enhance living-standards. Efficient public procurement has a nexus with good governance. However, state procurement in developing states is often plagued by high rates of corruption and waste. The public procurement process is governed by public procurement laws and regulations in all states and differs from one state to another. In South Africa, public procurement is enshrined in Section 217 and 33 of the constitution of the country. COMESA has developed a model strategy for public procurement reform to standardise procurement and tendering process which are done within the stock market.
Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION
2 LITERATURE REVIEW
Anglo-US Model at Workplace
Japanese Model at Workplace
Integrity and ethical behaviour at the Workplace
Disclosure and transparency at the Workplace
Types of Fraud Committed at Workplace
External Fraud at Workplace
Challenges in the procurement process
Governance and Ethical challenges
Collusion and corruption
Lack of transparency in the procurement process
Tendering processes affect organisational performance.
Conclusion
3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Research Paradigm
Research Design
Sample size and Sampling Procedures
Research Instrument
Data Collection Process
4 RESULTS
5 POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS.
Quit Being Reactive at Workplace
Think Like a Thief at Workplace
Restitution versus Prevention at Workplace
Employee Education at Workplace
Segregation of Duties at Workplace
Account Reconciliation at Workplace
Removing the Temptation for Fraud at Workplace
Cameras on the Loading Dock at the Workplace
Installing Motion-Sensitive Lighting at Workplace
Know Your Vendors/Suppliers at Workplace
Policies and Procedures at the Workplace
Code of Conduct.
A Comprehensive Look at Fraud Identification and Prevention
Conflicts of Interest
Whistleblowing
Mandatory Vacation Policy
Proper Use of Corporate Credit Card
Expense Report Policies
Use of Company Assets
Tender Procuring Guidelines
Disbursement Guidelines
Human Capital Risk.
Research Objectives and Themes
This work aims to investigate the relationship between good governance, effective public procurement, and the prevention of corruption within the workplace, specifically focusing on the educational sector in Namibia. The primary research question addresses how tendering processes impact organisational performance and what challenges exist in maintaining rigorous, corruption-free procurement practices.
- Nexus between good governance and public procurement efficiency.
- Impact of procurement processes on school organisational performance.
- Identification of corruption risks and fraud in workplace tendering.
- Strategic policy recommendations for institutional fraud prevention.
- Evaluation of procurement methodologies and supply chain integrity.
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Collusion and corruption
Research by Soreide and Rose-Ackerman (2014) asserts that mounting body of empirical evidence unpack that collusion and corruption go hand in glove in procurement. Collusion and corruption are distinct challenges within public procurement, yet they may regularly occur in tandem and have mutually added fuel to the fire impact. A good example of collusion and corruption is the alleged chain effect of the Fish rot scandal in Namibia. They are optimally perceived, therefore, as concomitant threats to the integrity of public procurement (Soreide & Rose-Ackerman, 2014). Public procurement constitutes state purchasing of goods and services required for state tasks, the fundamental purpose of which is to secure the utmost value for public money (Laurie, 2014). In both developed and emerging economies, however, the efficient functioning of public procurement may be distorted by the challenges of collusion or corruption. Collusion encapsulates a convergent and divergent relationship between bidders in public procurement, who are in cahoots to remove the component of competition from the process. The borders members also collude through receiving bribes from those people needing services (Geller, Slot, & Yikona, 2011). Bid rigging is the archetypal mechanism of collusion in public contracts: the bidders determine between themselves who should “win” the tender, and then arrange their bids – for example,
Summary of Chapters
1.0 INTRODUCTION: This chapter contextualizes the importance of good governance in public sector organisations and introduces the nexus between efficient public procurement and corruption prevention.
2 LITERATURE REVIEW: This section examines theoretical models of corporate governance, types of workplace fraud, and the specific challenges faced within public procurement processes globally and in Namibia.
3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY: This chapter outlines the research paradigm, design, and data collection procedures, including the use of surveys and interviews with stakeholders in the Namibian education sector.
4 RESULTS: This section presents the findings from the gathered data, utilizing descriptive statistics and hypothesis testing to analyse the relationship between tendering processes and organisational performance.
5 POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS.: This final chapter provides actionable strategies and best practices for organizations to mitigate fraud, enhance transparency, and manage human capital risk at the workplace.
Keywords
Nexus, Good Governance, Prevention, Corruption, Procurement, Fraud, Tendering, Public Sector, Accountability, Transparency, Ethical Behaviour, Collusion, Namibian Education, Organisational Performance, Risk Management
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core focus of this research?
The research explores the nexus between good governance, effective procurement processes, and the prevention of corruption within the professional workplace environment.
What are the primary themes discussed in the book?
Key themes include corporate governance models, fraud identification and detection, challenges in the procurement cycle, ethical procurement practices, and human capital risk management.
What is the main objective of this study?
The study aims to unpack the relationship between procurement efficiency and anti-corruption measures, specifically looking at how tendering impacts organizational performance in Namibian schools.
Which scientific methodology is employed?
The author uses a mixed-method research approach based on a survey design, employing quantitative data collection through self-administered questionnaires and structured interviews with relevant stakeholders.
What does the main body of the work cover?
The main body covers a literature review of international and local governance models, a detailed empirical analysis of procurement processes and challenges, and a comprehensive set of policy recommendations for fraud prevention.
Which keywords define this work?
The work is defined by terms such as Good Governance, Procurement, Corruption, Fraud Prevention, Transparency, Accountability, and Organisational Performance.
How do procurement processes specifically affect Namibian schools according to the findings?
The findings indicate that inefficiencies, such as the late delivery of learning materials and bureaucratic hurdles, significantly negatively impact the schools' ability to deliver quality education and manage their organizational performance effectively.
What specific practical recommendation does the author propose for procurement meetings?
The author strongly recommends installing motion-sensitive cameras and monitoring systems in procurement meeting rooms to deter collusion and increase transparency among all parties involved.
Why does the author advocate for a "mandatory vacation policy"?
The author proposes this policy to expose potential internal fraud, as employees committing such acts are often reluctant to take leave, fearing that their fraudulent activities would be discovered by someone else performing their duties.
- Quote paper
- Prof. David Rewayi Mpunwa (Author), 2020, Prevention of corruption at workplace. A nexus of good governance and effective procurement, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/518484
