06/01/2026
Fraud rarely happens in isolation. It happens when pressure meets opportunity.
And right now, the risk is very real. According to the 2026 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey, 76% of organizations experienced attempted or actual payments fraud in 2025.
The Fraud Triangle explains why fraud becomes more likely when three factors are present:
🔺 Pressure
🔺 Rationalization (a way to justify the behavior)
🔺 Opportunity
You can't control every source of pressure.
But you can reduce opportunity.
âś” Keep approvals in-system
âś” Verify changes
âś” Reduce workarounds
Strong controls don't slow you down. They help prevent issues before they start.