INDUSTRIAL ESPIONAGE
Date
2011-05-30
Authors
Mukwevho, Humbulani Seth
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Abstract
This was an exploratory research project whose purpose was to analyze
the risk of industrial espionage in the corporate environment and develop
a business security framework. The study analyzed aspects of industrial
espionage in the international environment with a view of adopting best
practices for the benefit of corporate South Africa.
The study used qualitative research methods and thematic analysis to
assess data derived from primary and secondary sources. The results of
the research process revealed that industrial espionage is a major
business risk, and is perpetrated by a number of means and methods,
including human and technical intelligence. The business security
framework developed for the study consists of a multilayer compendium
that includes both modern and traditional applications
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MM - P&DM
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Industrial espionage