The transition from initial triage to a full fraud investigation must follow a structured approval process to ensure corporate resources are allocated effectively and legal protections remain intact.
[Triage Evaluation File] ──► [Review by General Counsel] ──► [Issue Investigation Charter]

The escalation process requires completing several core governance steps:
  1. Compiling the Triage Report: Documenting the initial alert details, presenting the results of preliminary data checks, and outlining the estimated financial and legal exposure.
  2. Legal Counsel Review: Reviewing the triage file with the corporate general counsel to establish work-product privilege and ensure planned investigative steps comply with local labor laws and privacy regulations.
  3. Issuing the Investigation Charter: Publishing a formal document signed by the CAE or General Counsel that defines the investigation scope, authorizes the team to collect evidence, and allocates the required budget.

 
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