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Insolvency
Accountancy
Digital Transformation
Growth
June 26, 2025

Five practical tips for insolvency practitioners

Read Rich West, CEO of Red Flag Alert, and his five essential tips to help insolvency practitioners leverage data to drive efficient, long-term growth

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Customer Onboarding
Digital Transformation
Automate
June 24, 2025

How a smooth onboarding process boosts your bottom line

A seamless onboarding process is essential for improving customer retention and reducing churn. It also drives long-term revenue growth for your business.

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AML
AML Compliance
Customer Onboarding
Digital Transformation
June 13, 2025

How to streamline your AML onboarding process for an enhanced customer experience

Discover how to streamline your AML onboarding process to reduce friction, boost compliance, and deliver a seamless customer experience from day one

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Construction
Credit Risk
Insolvency
May 16, 2025

A mounting insolvency crisis in British construction

In this article we explore the UK construction sector’s outlook, key causes of insolvencies, and ongoing challenges facing the industry.

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Insolvency
Financial Services
Credit Risk
May 12, 2025

Signs that company insolvency is fast approaching

This blog explores how effective due diligence and credit risk management can protect businesses from financial risk, late payments, and cash flow crises.

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Credit Risk
May 7, 2025

Why Upgrading Due Diligence Can Solve Your Cash Flow Crisis

Begbies Traynor share expert insights on business and credit risk in this guest article, offering powerful advice from the UK’s top insolvency practice.

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Construction
Credit Risk
January 27, 2025

Construction trends in 2025

Take a look at the trends that look set to define the construction industry in 2025.

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Construction
Credit Risk
Insolvency
January 21, 2025

Construction Challenges in 2025

High insolvency, budget related wage cost rises, cost increases: What else will challenge the construction industry?

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Construction
Insolvency
Credit Risk
December 23, 2024

£600m in construction bad debt outside of ISG’s landmark failure

In October we saw £600m in construction bad debt, this comes as a result of the ISG landmark failure, forcing many construction companies to go insolvent.

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Legal
Compliance
December 23, 2024

What Is Sanctions Screening?

Explaining the process of checking individuals, companies, or transactions against government-issued sanctions.

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Credit Risk
December 20, 2024

Trends influencing personal credit in 2025

Take a look at the expected trends to influence personal credit for UK businesses in 2025, using Red Flag Alert consumer reports can help avoid bad debt.

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AML
Compliance
UBO
December 9, 2024

International UBO: How Different Countries Approach Ultimate Beneficial Ownership

Dive into the international UBO landscape and see how different nations manage beneficial ownership, including the USA and the European Union.

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AML
UBO
Compliance
Credit Risk
December 6, 2024

AML and UBO: Connecting the Dots in Financial Transparency and Risk Management

Learn how UBO transparency is key to robust AML practices and financial security. Red Flag Alert is the ultimate AML Compliance solution, see why.

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AML
AML Compliance
Compliance
UBO
December 3, 2024

UK Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) Laws

Discover the key UK laws on UBOs and how they impact your business compliance and anti-money laundering efforts as well as the future of UBO regulation.

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Fraud
Credit Risk
November 22, 2024

Largest fraud cases in the UK

In this blog, Red Flag Alert examines the largest and most significant fraud cases the UK has faced in recent years.

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Construction
Fraud
November 11, 2024

Fraud In The Construction Industry

In this article we look at the growing concerns of fraud in the construction industry as well as the types of fraud that are evident in construction.

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Fraud
Compliance
Credit Risk
November 5, 2024

Types of internal business fraud

In this article, we look at the types of external business fraud including: Embezzlement, Payroll fraud, Skimming, Invoice fraud and Expense Fraud.

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Fraud
Credit Risk
October 22, 2024

6 Of The Most Significant Frauds In History

In this article, we explore the 6 most significant fraud cases in history, from the 1600s to 2023 with FTX.

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Accountancy
AML
Compliance
AML Compliance
October 3, 2024

Top 5 Reasons Accountants Fail ICAEW AML Compliance Assessments

​Red Flag Alert identifies top reasons accountants fail ICAEW AML assessments: inadequate risk assessments and more.

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Legal
Digital Transformation
July 8, 2024

Top 5 Reasons Lawyers Should Digitally Transform

See the Top 5 reasons lawyers should digitally transform their practice which will give them the competitive edge and reduce waste within the business.

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Credit Risk
July 4, 2024

Financial Distress in Football: What’s the State of the Beautiful Game?

​Financial distress in football is a growing concern, with clubs across Europe facing significant challenges.

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AML
Compliance
AML Compliance
Customer Onboarding
July 1, 2024

What is eKYC?

In this article we look at what eKYC is, as well as the differences between eKYC and manual KYC. We also look at why you should perform eKYC Checks.

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Press
June 26, 2024

Red Flag Alert Introduces Exciting New Late Filed Accounts Feature

Red Flag Alert launch an exciting product set to take the UK by storm that helps businesses analyse if clients have late filed accounts of concern.

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AML Compliance
Compliance
AML
June 21, 2024

A Guide To AML Regulations in 2024

​The UK's 2024 Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulations introduce significant changes impacting the regulated sector.

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Compliance
AML
IDV
June 17, 2024

What is a Liveness Check?

In this article, we dive into what a liveness check is, and how they help your business with fraud prevention in a modern society where fraud has evolved.

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AML
Compliance
AML Compliance
IDV
June 14, 2024

What is Identity Verification and How Does it Work?

What is Identity Verification (IDV)? In this article we explain what IDV is and how it works with in our product - the ultimate solution for your business

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Accountancy
Monitoring
Monitoring
Monitoring
Monitoring
June 10, 2024

Top 5 Reasons Why Accountants Should Use Customisable Monitoring

In this article, we look at why company monitoring is key to Accountants with RFA having the fastest alerts to keep you informed before anyone else.

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Credit Risk
May 31, 2024

Why should I accept a Company Voluntary Agreement?

In this article, we look at why you should accept a Company voluntary agreement (CVA) and what are the advantages of accepting a CVA.

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Accountancy
Digital Transformation
May 24, 2024

Top Benefits Of Digital Transformation For Accountants

In this article we look at the top 5 benefits of digital transformation for Accountants & how it will improve your practice, financially and operationally

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Accountancy
May 8, 2024

Using Competitor Analysis for Accountantcy Practice Development

Learn how to use Red Flag Alert as an Accountant to improve your practice development while implementing strategies that give you a competitive advantage.

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
Construction
May 7, 2024

More Woe for the Construction Sector as another Large Company Fails

In this article, we look at a continuously struggling construction sector with yet another large construction company going insolvent -Everest 2020 Limited

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
May 2, 2024

Large companies continue to fail as the UK sees two large failures just days apart

​Telefonica Tech UK Ltd reported a £365 million loss due to redundancy costs and a £1.8 billion impairment.

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Insolvency
Credit Risk
April 29, 2024

The Gallagher Premiership 7 months on: Financial distress and Rugby

Which clubs are struggling and what's to come?

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
April 22, 2024

Geoffrey Osborne Construction file intention to appoint administrators

​Geoffrey Osborne Ltd has filed for administration after 58 years, resulting in around 100 job losses.

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Compliance
AML
AML Compliance
Credit Risk
April 16, 2024

European Union Establishes Anti-Money Laundering Authority in Frankfurt

The European Union has established an anti-money laundering authority in Frankfurt, Germany. See how this could affect your business.

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Compliance
AML
AML Compliance
Customer Onboarding
April 15, 2024

AML Update: Change To Domestic PEPs

In this article, we look at the updated regulations for domestic PEPs in 2024 for anyone in the United Kingdom and how businesses will be affected.

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AML Compliance
Automate
Customer Onboarding
April 15, 2024

Streamlining AML Compliance by Automating Client Onboarding

Streamline AML compliance with Red Flag Automate to ensure smooth client onboarding while staying fully compliant.

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AML Compliance
AML
Compliance
April 15, 2024

Biggest Money Laundering Cases of All Time

​Explore major money laundering cases since the 1990s, including Wachovia Bank's £380B scandal and HSBC's £1.2B fine.

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AML
Compliance
Customer Onboarding
Financial Services
March 27, 2024

What Does AML Mean for the Financial Sector?

What Does AML Mean for the Financial Sector? In this article we dive into the importance of AML to financial institutions including regulation

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Compliance
Credit Risk
AML
March 26, 2024

What is the Financial Action Task Force (FATF)

In this article, we explain what the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is and what they do to counter money laundering and terrorist financing.

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Compliance
Insolvency
Construction
March 15, 2024

How Red Flag Alert Detected The Stephens And Stephens Developers Collapse Ten Months Early

In this blog, we explore how the Red Flag Alert platform predicted the business failure of Stephens And Stephens Ltd.

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AML Compliance
AML
Compliance
March 12, 2024

Your Guide to Completing a Companies House Search

​Conducting a Companies House search is essential for due diligence, offering insights into a company's legal status.

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Master Data Management
B2B Data
Customer Acquisition
March 11, 2024

How Red Flag Alert Analysis Tools Help You Get More Out Of Your Business

In this article, We look at how our platform's Analysis features allow and aid a deeper level intelligence than any other B2B Data.

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AML Compliance
AML
Compliance
March 8, 2024

AML Fine Roundup - 8 of the Biggest Penalties in 2023

​In 2023, major firms like Binance ($4B), Crown Resorts ($450M), and Deutsche Bank ($186M) faced record AML fines.

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Customer Acquisition
UBO
PSC
AML
Compliance
March 8, 2024

Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO) vs Persons of Significant Control (PSC)

What is the difference between Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) vs Persons of Significant Control (PSC)?

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Credit Risk
March 7, 2024

Waiting Weeks for Winding-Up Petitions? Red Flag Alert is the solution

In this article, we look at how early our clients are alerted to winding up petitions intention via the Red Flag Alert platform with email alerts as well.

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Master Data Management
B2B Data
CRM
March 7, 2024

Data Cleansing: The Business Case for a Data Cleanse with Red Flag Alert

In this article we look at how our solutions will cleanse your data as well as the benefits to integrating your B2B Data into your CRM

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AML Compliance
AML
Compliance
UBO
March 7, 2024

Understanding Group Structure & Ultimate Beneficial Ownership (UBO) in AML

Understanding corporate group structures & identifying Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) are crucial for AML compliance.

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Credit Risk
Monitoring
March 4, 2024

So You Think You Are Monitoring Correctly

Red Flag Alert's company monitoring tool is best in class, in this article, we see why our credit risk monitoring is a market leader.

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Growth
Customer Acquisition
February 27, 2024

Unlocking Growth Potential: Red Flag Alert's Revolutionary Growth Score

See how Red Flag Alert's Growth Score is revolutionising how businesses find growth within the UK economy whether it be private or public sector.

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Compliance
AML
AML Compliance
February 27, 2024

What is Document Verification and How is it Used for AML Compliance?

In this article, we explain what document verification is as well as how it is used to meet AML Compliance regulations in the UK.

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
February 21, 2024

The Hierarchy of Insolvency - Where Are You on the Priority List?

In this article, we explain the hierarchy of business insolvency and where you may fall when you're trying to get your money out.

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Compliance
AML
PEPs
AML Compliance
February 8, 2024

Are PEPs and Sanctions Checks Mandatory in the UK?

In this article we elaborate on the regulatory obligations with regard to PEPs and Sanctions in the UK and best practices to follow

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B2B Data
Credit Risk
February 7, 2024

What is Know Your Supplier (KYS)?

​Implementing Know Your Supplier (KYS) procedures involves verifying suppliers' identities.

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
January 25, 2024

Red Flag Alert Gives Over 8 Months Warning Of Mobi Market Limited

In this article we look at how we had signalled distress within Mobi Market Limited over 8 months before their intention to appoint an administrator.

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
January 17, 2024

How Red Flag Alert gave early warning of the Recycling Lives Limited Administration

Read our article and find out how we predicted Recycling Lives Limited's insolvency 9 months early.

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
Construction
January 16, 2024

Red Flag Alert Spots TXM Plant Limited Insolvency Early

This article looks at how we predicted the TXM Plant Limited insolvency 10 months early and how this can protect you from bad debt

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
January 9, 2024

Red Flag Alert Gives Advanced Warning Of Printing Giant Communisis’s Collapse

In this article, read how we spotted the signs of business distress at Communisis and flagged them as a potential credit risk as early as September 2023.

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Compliance
Financial Services
Legal
December 13, 2023

Is it a Legal Requirement to Conduct KYC Checks on UK Clients?

​In the UK, conducting Know Your Customer (KYC) checks is legally mandated for businesses in regulated sectors.

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Credit Risk
December 4, 2023

What are Zombie Companies?

In this article, we take a deep dive into Zombie Companies- what they are, as well as what types of zombies companies are evident in the uk economy

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Automate
November 30, 2023

How Red Flag Alert Automate Helps Business

Red Flag Automate boosts efficiency, reduces staff hours, and ensures compliance in the regulated sector.

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AML
Compliance
Customer Onboarding
November 27, 2023

What Is Bank Account Verification?

In this article, we explain what Bank Account Verification is and the risks associated with not using it as part of your KYC process.

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Automate
Digital Transformation
November 17, 2023

How Digital Transformation Helps Businesses

In this blog, we explore digital transformation and how Red Flag Automate can boost your business’s efficiency.

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Automate
Compliance
Digital Transformation
November 2, 2023

How automating decisions can revolutionise your business practices

In this blog, we explain how automating business decisions can revolutionise practices and drive growth.

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Press
October 31, 2023

Richard West, Red Flag Alert’s MD, named in 42 under 42 list

Red Flag Alert's very own, Richard West, has been named on this year's 42 under 42 list which is awarded annually by Insider Media.

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Compliance
AML
October 17, 2023

What Is the Difference Between Smurfing And Structuring

This article looks at the differences between Smurfing and Structuring while elaborating on what each of these activities include in money laundering.

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Customer Onboarding
October 11, 2023

Red Flag Alert: Taking the Pain Out of Onboarding

In this article, we explore onboarding challenges and how Red Flag Alert can help turn them into a business advantage.

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Customer Acquisition
October 5, 2023

Gazelle Companies: Why They Might Be Your Perfect Customer

Why are Gazelle companies perfect for you to target? Read this article to find out why you should be directing your sales efforts towards Gazelles

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Growth
Customer Acquisition
October 2, 2023

Which city is the 'King in the North'?

In this blog Red Flag Alert assess where the UK is experiencing growth in the North of England as well as who is considered the King in the North.

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AML Compliance
Compliance
September 29, 2023

Changes to the UK Gambling Act 2005 that you need to know

The UK government has tightened up its efforts around AML compliance, making some key changes to the UK Gambling Act of 2005 to make betting safer

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Credit Risk
Compliance
September 28, 2023

Why would a company get First Gazette Notice?

This article provides insight as to why a company would get a First Gazette Notice and how you can mitigate the risks of insolvency.

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AML
Compliance
Credit Risk
September 22, 2023

How do shell corporations work?

This article defines what a shell company is as well as how shell corporations work, including the warning signs that you're dealing with a shell

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Credit Risk
September 19, 2023

Financial Troubles in Gallagher Premier League ‘Clearly Unsustainable’

This article analyses the collapse of various Gallagher rugby teams in the last few years including that of the Warriors, Wasps and London Irish

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Compliance
Credit Risk
September 8, 2023

Phoenix Companies and Phoenixing: Are they legal?

In this article, Red Flag Alert define a Phoenix company and the difference between a phoenix company and phoenixing with detrimental effects.

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Insolvency
Credit Risk
Construction
August 31, 2023

The early warning signs that predicted the issues at Buckingham Group

This blog analyses the collapse of the Buckingham Group and how the Red Flag Alert platform predicted their financial fall with the insolvency risk score

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
August 22, 2023

Wilko: What Went Wrong And What Will Happen?

The UK sees another high street giant fall as Wilko appoints administrators and are bound for insolvency, this blog tells you everything you need to know.

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Credit Risk
July 14, 2023

What does a Credit Risk Manager do?

What do Credit Risk Managers do? This blog explores their daily tasks and their importance to the business.

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AML Compliance
AML
PEPs
Compliance
July 11, 2023

Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) & Anti-Money Laundering Compliance

Red Flag Alert explains what a PEP (Politically Exposed Person) is and how to conduct enhanced due diligence with them.

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Compliance
Customer Onboarding
AML
KYC
June 29, 2023

What is a Biometric Login?

What is a biometric login? how does a biometric password relate to KYC? Red Flag Alert explains how privacy and security have adapted with new technology

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Press
June 1, 2023

Red Flag Alert secures £4.5million investment from Foresight and Uncapped

Foresight & Uncapped invest £4.5 Million pounds into Compliance, Business Credit checking and Insolvency risk scoring platform, Red Flag Alert.

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Customer Acquisition
Master Data Management
B2B Data
May 4, 2023

What is Sales Data?

In this article we talk about Sales data, what is sales data? What it can be used for and where you can find sales data without wasting your time.

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AML
Compliance
April 27, 2023

What are Adverse Media Checks?

Adverse media checks are key in business due diligence. This article explains screening and why it’s essential.

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Credit Risk
April 27, 2023

The Rising Cost Of Energy And Its Effect On Business Press

​In 2023, UK businesses faced rising energy costs, with 64% experiencing increases in gas and electricity bills.

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Compliance
Credit Risk
Financial Services
April 3, 2023

A Public Limited Company (PLC) vs a Private Limited Company (Ltd)

This article describes what a public limited company is and what a private limited company is, as well as the difference between PLC and Ltd.

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Credit Risk
Construction
Insolvency
March 23, 2023

How Red Flag Alert Predicted The Carillion Failure

in this article we look into the Carillion failure unravelled while explaining the importance of an industry-leading credit reference agency for businesses

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Credit Risk
March 23, 2023

How Red Flag Alert Spotted Arcadia Group Trouble

​Red Flag Alert's insolvency risk scorecard accurately predicted the Arcadia Group's collapse: find out how.

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Compliance
February 24, 2023

How to Manage Supplier Insolvency Risk

​Mitigate supplier insolvency risks by assessing financial health, diversifying suppliers and more.

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Credit Risk
February 14, 2023

How to Spot Risk in a Set of Company Accounts

​RFA discusses identifying client balance sheet risks using leverage and cash flow as indicators of financial health.

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Customer Acquisition
AML Compliance
January 16, 2023

A Guide to Shell Companies

​Shell companies are entities with no significant assets or operations, often used to conceal ownership.

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Compliance
January 11, 2023

A Guide to KYC Regulations in 2024

​Red Flag Alert's guide clarifies KYC regulations, AML, & enhanced due diligence, essential for financial complianc

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B2B Data
December 8, 2022

What is a Companies house Web Search?

​Red Flag Alert offers enhanced company checks beyond Companies House, integrating data from multiple sources.

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Credit Risk
October 28, 2022

How to Reduce Credit Risk Exposure

Learn how you can manage credit risk exposure in your business, including a helpful calculation to work out credit risk exposure.

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AML Compliance
October 28, 2022

What Is a MLRO?

An MLRO ensures a firm's compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and overseeing training.

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Customer Onboarding
Legal
August 30, 2022

How to Find Out If a Company is Insolvent?

To determine a company's insolvency, conduct cash flow and balance sheet tests, & consult official insolvency registers.

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AML Compliance
July 19, 2022

A Complete Guide to the AML 6D

A complete guide to AML6D, covering key changes, business impact, and implementation steps.

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Credit Risk
June 21, 2022

Company Credit Checks – What You Need to Know

​Red Flag Alert provides comprehensive guidance on company credit checks, detailing when & how to conduct them.

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Master Data Management
June 7, 2022

Why Your Business Needs Our Growth Propensity Score

Red Flag Alert has developed a growth propensity score to accurately predict which UK companies are most likely to grow.

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Credit Risk
Insolvency
March 22, 2022

How to Spot Insolvency Warning Signs

In this article we’re going to explain what warning signs to watch out for, how to test for insolvency and how Red Flag Alert can help.

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Credit Risk
August 11, 2021

First Gazette Notice for Compulsory Strike Off: What You Need to Know

​Red Flag Alert explains what a compulsory strike off is and how a Gazette notices work. What action you can take if you or a client have been struck off.

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B2B Data
July 28, 2021

The Ultimate Guide to Net Assets

​Net assets represent a company's financial position, calculated as total assets minus total liabilities.

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