{"id":1906,"date":"2025-06-11T12:07:06","date_gmt":"2025-06-11T12:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.synaptique.com\/?p=1906"},"modified":"2025-06-11T12:48:24","modified_gmt":"2025-06-11T12:48:24","slug":"achieving-maturity-in-business-assurance-and-fraud-management","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.synaptique.com\/fr\/achieving-maturity-in-business-assurance-and-fraud-management\/","title":{"rendered":"Achieving Maturity in Business Assurance and Fraud Management"},"content":{"rendered":"
Fraud and revenue leakage are constant threats for telecom operators and regulators that evolve just as quickly as the technology and services we offer. For telecom operators committed to secure their revenues and protect their business integrity, <\/span>a mature Business Assurance and Fraud Management (BAFM) function<\/b> is not just a best practice, it\u2019s a necessity.<\/span><\/p>\n In this article, we\u2019ll walk you through the <\/span>five foundational pillars<\/b> that must be aligned to achieve a truly mature and sustainable BAFM capability: <\/span>Organization, People, Process, Tools, and Influence<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n The first step toward maturity in BAFM is having the <\/span>right organizational structure<\/b>. A mature function must be clearly defined within the company’s <\/span>organization<\/span> chart, ideally operating <\/span>independently from operational and revenue generating units<\/b> to maintain neutrality and objectivity.<\/span><\/p>\n Key Considerations:<\/b><\/p>\n Pro Tip:<\/b> Alignment with regulatory or group governance standards adds credibility and sets a strong foundation for expansion.<\/span><\/p>\n People are the engine<\/b> of a successful BAFM function. Even the best systems can’t detect or prevent fraud without skilled professionals who understand both the business and the evolving threat landscape.<\/span><\/p>\n Key Considerations:<\/b><\/p>\n Pro Tip:<\/b> Combine internal experts with external consultants or technology partners for fresh insights and scalability.<\/span><\/p>\n Having well-documented, <\/span>repeatable processes<\/b> is critical to a mature BAFM function. Without standard operating procedures (SOPs), even skilled teams can falter under pressure.<\/span><\/p>\n Key Considerations:<\/b><\/p>\n Pro Tip:<\/b> Use KPIs and audit logs to measure process effectiveness and demonstrate value to leadership.<\/span><\/p>\n The right <\/span>technology stack<\/b> is the backbone of modern BAFM functions. Manual processes can\u2019t scale to handle the volume, speed, and complexity of telecom services today.<\/span><\/p>\n Key Considerations:<\/b><\/p>\n Pro Tip:<\/b> Our <\/span>S-ONE RA<\/b> and <\/span>S-ONE FRAUD<\/b> solutions are purpose-built to provide end-to-end assurance for telecom environments, including intelligent alerting and revenue leakage detection.<\/span><\/p>\n A mature BAFM function extends its <\/span>influence beyond the boundaries<\/b> of its own team. It works cross-functionally, gains executive support, and helps shape company-wide decisions through data-driven insights.<\/span><\/p>\n Key Considerations:<\/b><\/p>\n Pro Tip:<\/b> Influence is not only about authority, it\u2019s about credibility. Consistently delivering results will earn you a seat at the strategy table.<\/span><\/p>\n Maturing your BAFM function doesn\u2019t happen overnight, it\u2019s a strategic evolution that demands investment in people, processes, and technology. But the payoff is significant: <\/span>stronger revenues, reduced fraud losses, and higher trust from customers and stakeholders<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n At Synaptique, we specialize in helping telecom operators level up their assurance capabilities with intelligent tools, expert services, and tailored strategies.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In this article, we\u2019ll walk you through the five foundational pillars that must be aligned to achieve a truly mature and sustainable BAFM capability: Organization, People, Process, Tools, and Influence.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":1909,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[19,36],"tags":[57,58,41],"class_list":["post-1906","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-fraud","category-revenue-assurance","tag-bafm","tag-fraud-management","tag-revenue-assurance"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n\n
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\u00a02. People: Building the Right Skills and Culture<\/b><\/h2>\n
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4. Tools: Leveraging Automation and Intelligence<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Final Thoughts: Maturity is a Journey, Not a Destination<\/b><\/h2>\n