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Supply chain disruptions can quickly put revenue, customer commitments, and business continuity at risk. Scenario planning may help organizations move beyond identifying threats to preparing clear, actionable responses before disruption strikes. In this episode, Corey Rhodes, CEO of Everstream Analytics, joins host Alex Pillow to explore how organizations can prioritize supply chain scenarios, monitor critical risk signals, and build practical playbooks that support faster, better-informed decisions. Key topics include: How revenue at risk, product margin, and customer criticality can guide scenario prioritizationThe data and visibility needed to understand critical suppliers, components, logistics routes, and multi-tier dependenciesHow triggers such as physical disruption, supplier financial distress, labor unrest, and transportation issues can activate response playbooksHow early warning signals can help organizations act proactively, secure alternative supply, and communicate potential delaysThe role of AI, knowledge graphs, and connected internal and external data in mapping dependencies and supporting scenario decisionsAdditional resources 6 Supplier Risk Management Pitfalls and MitigationFrom Reactive to Resilient: A Supply Chain Leader's Journeyhttps://www.everstream.aihttps://www.moodys.com/  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Procure-to-pay fraud can redirect legitimate supplier payments into fraudulent bank accounts by exploiting weaknesses across onboarding, vendor management, and payment processes. As AI makes impersonation and document forgery more convincing, organizations may need stronger, connected controls across the supplier lifecycle. In this episode, Tom Abbey, UK & IE Country Manager at Trustpair, joins host Alex Pillow to discuss how procure-to-pay fraud often works, where traditional controls fall short, and how continuous digital verification can help organizations protect supplier payments. Key topics include: How fraudsters divert genuine supplier payments to fraudulent bank accountsWhy supplier onboarding and bank-detail change requests are particularly vulnerableBusiness email compromise, synthetic identities, deepfakes, and AI-generated documentsThe limitations of callbacks, bank statements, and other manual verification methodsThe importance of checking suppliers at multiple points throughout the payment lifecycleAdditional resources: Trustpair whitepaper: Fraud in the Cyber Era: 2026 Fraud Trends and InsightsMoody’s supplier risk landing pageTo learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch — we would love to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Law firms are navigating evolving regulation, hybrid working models, ambitious growth strategies, and rapid advances in cloud and AI technology. Modernizing client intake and matter onboarding can help firms connect these priorities while improving the experience for partners, compliance teams, and clients.  In this episode, Marie-Claire Grace O'Reilly, Industry Principal, Legal Compliance at Intapp joins host Alex Pillow to explore law firms can bring together people, processes, data, and technology to create more connected, efficient, and risk-aware client onboarding.  Key topics covered:  Regulatory change and AML readiness  AI agents in client onboarding and compliance  Data quality and interoperability  Cloud transformation in law firms  Improving partner and client experience  The future of legal operations and AI Additional resources:  Moody’s x Intapp partnership page Intapp’s resource library Moody’s professional services page To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Source-to-pay sits at the heart of how organizations control costs, manage supplier risk, and turn procurement strategy into day-to-day purchasing. Integrated processes, trusted data and effective governance are becoming even more important as AI begins to automate work across enterprises. In this episode, SAP's Rob Hall, Head of UK & Ireland Finance and Spend Solutions, and Mo Ahmad, Head of Procurement and Fieldglass, join host Alex Pillow to explore how source-to-pay, trusted data, and AI are helping transform spend management and risk. Key topics include: What source-to-pay covers, from spend analysis and sourcing through contracts, purchase orders, invoices and payment The role of SAP Fieldglass in managing contingent and external workforces across procurement and HR Why disconnected systems might create higher costs, compliance gaps, and limited visibility into approved suppliers How a common platform and single data layer can support integration across procurement, finance, and supply chain Why governance, certified connections, human oversight, and clear guardrails remain key as agentic AI adoption grows Additional resources: Moody’s x SAP partnerships page SAP events To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Financial crime is becoming more complex, cross-border, and digitally enabled. As criminal networks evolve, investigators are combining data, technology, and collaboration to uncover hidden connections and strengthen risk detection. In this episode, Antonia Edmunds, Chief Commercial Officer at Blackdot Solutions; Olivier Morlet, CEO & Founder of G&A Consultancy; and Francis Marinier, Industry Practice Lead at Moody's, join our host Alex Pillow.  Their discussion explores how network investigations, open-source intelligence (OSINT), data interoperability, public-private partnerships, and AI are reshaping the fight against financial crime and other emerging risks. Key topics covered: How OSINT enhances financial crime investigations and cross-border asset tracing The growing importance of network investigations in uncovering complex criminal ecosystems Public-private partnerships and information sharing to combat financial crime The role of beneficial ownership data and entity resolution in finding hidden relationships How AI, machine learning, and agentic workflows can accelerate investigative processes while keeping humans accountable Additional resources: Moody’s Public Sector landing page https://blackdotsolutions.com OSINT 101: Data to intelligence podcast episode FATF International Cooperation Handbook To find out more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch — we would love to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Supply chain disruptions, geopolitical uncertainty, and cost pressures are causing organizations to rethink how they manage supplier relationships and procurement decisions. As strategic partners, Moody's and Coupa help organizations combine supplier intelligence, risk insights, and procurement workflows to build less fragile, more resilient supply chains. In this episode, Dean Bain, former SVP and General Manager of Supply Chain and Direct Spend at Coupa, and Chelsea Walker, Director of Partnerships at Moody's, join host Alex Pillow. They talk through how direct spend management, supplier risk intelligence, and supply chain resilience are converging to support organizations in making faster, more informed decisions in increasingly complex environments. Key topics discussed: Building "anti-fragile" supply chains that can adapt to disruption What direct spend management is and why it matters How digital twins and scenario planning improve resilience Breaking down silos between procurement, finance, and supply chain teams The role of supplier risk intelligence and third-party data How the Moody's–Coupa partnership supports resilient sourcing and procurement Additional resources: Coupa report: The Direct Spend Procurement Maturity Model Coupa App Marketplace Moody’s Coupa partnership page To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI agents are rapidly shifting how businesses approach automation and decision-making. As capabilities evolve, organizations are rethinking workflows, data, and the role of human expertise alongside intelligent systems.  In this episode, Olga Loiseau-Aslanidi, Managing Director for AI Solutions and Keith Berry, General Manager at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow to explore how AI agents are transforming risk, compliance, and operational efficiency. They discuss how agentic systems combine large language models with tools, data, and workflows to move beyond chat-based interactions and help actively complete complex tasks.   Key topics covered:  What AI agents are and how they differ from traditional chatbots  The concept of “harnessing” models with tools, data, and guardrails to drive outcomes  Real-world use cases, including screening, due diligence, and entity enrichment  How organizations balance automation with human oversight in regulated environments  Why trusted, decision-grade data is critical to effective AI-enabled outcomes  How firms might adopt agentic solutions based on their risk appetite and maturity  Additional resources:  Moody’s agentic solutions landing page Blogs: Why skills decide who controls AI in financial services ; Where enterprise AI actually gets built ; Decision-grade intelligence in an AI-driven world To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch — we would love to hear from you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Customer Due Diligence (CDD) is more than a regulatory checkbox—it can be a critical defense against financial crime and a cornerstone of trust in banking. In this episode of Risk Reframed, Moody’s Jill DeWitt, and PwC’s Jim Daly join host Alex Pillow to break down what CDD really means for banks, how it works day-to-day, and why it matters. They answer key questions like:  What are the main components of a strong CDD program?  How can working in siloes impact the effectiveness of CDD teams?  Why is it critical to train teams on how to do CDD, and why it matters?  Which regulations shape how banks approach CDD, and what effects do they have on day-to-day operations?  What common pitfalls should banks rethink when it comes to CDD?  Additional resources:  ACAMS website Global Coalition to Fight Financial Crime website Moody’s blog: Customer due diligence (CDD) in banks | Risk management and financial crime compliance To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch — we would love to hear from you.     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hitting growth targets is often treated as a pure success metric, but missing them can create far wider risks for an organization. This episode reframes growth through a risk lens, exploring how revenue targets connect to confidence, culture, and long‑term performance. James Hargreave, Strategist for Growth and Strategy at Moody’s, joins host, Alex Pillow, to unpack why “missing your number” can be the most significant risk in business and how smarter strategy can reduce that risk. Together, they explore how data‑led GTM strategy, clearer targeting, and better enablement help organizations grow more confidently and sustainably. Key topics discussed: Why “missing your number” is a business risk that goes beyond revenue alone The importance of a strong Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) in focusing sales and marketing on winnable deals The role of data quality and connected systems in modern go‑to‑market strategy How CRM ecosystems and AI improve relevance, efficiency, and sales enablement Why optimizing go‑to‑market shifts where and how companies compete and differentiate Additional resources: Moody’s Sales and Marketing landing page Growth and Strategy ebook Growth and strategy blogs and case studies Steve Kleinmann and Ian Godfrey LinkedIn profiles Salesforce events Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Supply chain risk has moved from a back-office concern to a boardroom priority. In this episode of Risk Reframed, we dig into the foundations to understand what supply chain risk management really means in today’s interconnected world. Carolina Azar, Senior Director and Lead Strategist for Supply Chain Risk Management at Moody’s, joins host, Alex Pillow, to break down the fundamentals and explain why the discipline has rapidly evolved over recent years. Their conversation explores how modern supply chain risk management goes beyond third‑party due diligence and supplier onboarding to deliver resilience, foresight, and enterprise‑wide decision support. Key topics discussed include: What supply chain risk management is today, and how it differs from traditional third‑party due diligence Why risks can originate anywhere in the supply network, from sub‑tier suppliers to logistics and can be impacted by everything from geopolitics to extreme weather events The essential building blocks of an effective supply chain risk program, including mastered data, risk assessments, workflows, and timely reporting How supply chain risk management is becoming a strategic input into enterprise decision‑making, including market entry, capital allocation, and M&A The growing role of technology and AI, alongside the continued importance of human judgment, in managing uncertainty and resilience Additional resources: Supply and command video Moody’s blog posts on supplier risk Supply chain in the spotlight | Risk Reframed episode To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Trade credit is a critical but often overlooked part of managing business risk, sitting at the intersection of sales, finance, and cash flow. In this episode, we explore how trade credit has evolved into a strategic lever for organizations navigating today’s complex risk environment. Eefje Van Craen, Lead Strategist for Trade Credit at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow to unpack what trade credit really means in a B2B context and why it plays a central role in customer onboarding and risk management. They discuss how trade credit has shifted from a back-office control function to a forward-looking, data-driven discipline that supports growth while protecting cash flow.  Key topics covered include: What trade credit is and why it underpins B2B transactions The evolution from “order to cash” to “lead to cash” How macroeconomic shocks, from the financial crisis to COVID-19, reshaped trade credit risk management The growing importance of forward-looking, integrated risk assessment beyond historical financials How data, automation, and emerging technologies like GenAI are influencing the future of trade credit decisions Additional resources: Moody’s Trade Credit landing page Trade Credit brochure To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Third-party risk management (TPRM) has become a critical discipline as organizations navigate increasingly complex supplier networks and emerging risks. This episode breaks down some of the fundamentals of TPRM and why getting the basics right can matter so much. In this episode, Marisol Lopez Mellado, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, joins host Alex Pillow to unpack third-party risk management, clarify how it differs from related concepts, like supply chain risk, and outline what best-in-class programs look like. Together, they explore how organizations are defining, structuring, and modernizing TPRM programs to better identify, assess, and mitigate risks across their extended business relationships. What third-party risk management is and how it differs from KYC, supplier risk, and supply chain risk management The core building blocks of a strong TPRM program, from policies and due diligence to ongoing monitoring and mitigation Common challenges organizations face, including data access, data storage, and fragmented systems How unified risk views, centralized platforms, and better data interoperability are shaping TPRM What’s next for third-party risk management, including the growing role of technology, analytics, and AI Additional resources: Study: Unified Risk Management: The connected future of risk Read Moody's latest blogs and whitepapers To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI-powered agents have changed how commerce works and how risk is now managed across industries.  In this, our landmark 100th, episode of the podcast, the conversation turns to what agentic commerce means for trust, fraud, and decision-making at scale. In this special, milestone edition, Shaked Vax, Head of Product Strategy and Partnerships at Pipl, a veteran of the fraud, authentication, and cyber risk industries, joins host Alex Pillow.  They discuss how agent-driven buying is reshaping consumer and business behavior while challenging long-standing approaches to identity, fraud prevention, and liability. Listen to hear: What agentic commerce is and why it is accelerating across B2C and B2B markets How AI agents change the buying journey compared to human consumers Why traditional fraud signals, like devices and behavioral biometrics, are breaking down in an AI era The role of verified intent and emerging payment and identity protocols How merchants, banks, and governments may need to rethink fraud, trust, and liability Thank you to our listeners for being part of this journey to 100 episodes! Additional resources: Elephant.online blogs Google AP2 Intent.dev To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.      Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Technologies are evolving faster than ever, reshaping how governments, intelligence teams, and national security organizations operate in a world where technological advantage increasingly defines geopolitical influence.  In this fourth and final installment of our All Source miniseries, Megan Anderson, Executive Vice President at IQT and Jason Lee, Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow. Together, they trace the evolution of government technology adoption, the challenges of integrating commercial innovation, and the opportunities created by AI and emerging tech across the national security landscape.  Their discussion breaks down:  Promises and challenges of agentic AI for investigations, mission support, and large‑scale data processing  Evaluating and integrating commercial innovation into complex public‑sector environments  Cross‑sector collaboration to accelerate the development and adoption of new capabilities  Global trends and international innovation ecosystems and how they influence national‑level strategy  Ethical AI considerations, including privacy boundaries, safeguards, and the importance of human oversight  Additional resources:  The Food that Built America TV show on the History Channel  IQT blogs and podcasts All source miniseries: Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.    Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Content creation is expanding faster than ever, bringing new pressures on platforms to keep their spaces safe, trusted, and resilient. With technology reshaping the landscape, how can platforms protect both creators and consumers?  In this episode of Risk Reframed, host Alex Pillow is joined by Alison Boden, Executive Director at Free Speech Coalition, and Robert Evans, CEO and Co‑founder at FINTRAIL - A Cosegic Company. Together, they unpack the evolving risks facing modern content platforms from mature content to mainstream creator ecosystems. They discuss why robust onboarding, identity verification, and financial partnership models are essential for safe, scalable digital platforms.  Key topics covered: Why identity verification and onboarding controls are foundational for creator and consumer safety How content moderation, consent verification, and AI‑driven risks (like deepfakes) are reshaping platform responsibilities What financial institutions need to understand about partnering with content platforms Emerging regulatory expectations, including age verification frameworks and global compliance trends How platforms can future‑proof themselves with risk‑based approaches and strong financial partnerships Additional resources:  Visit freespeechcoalition.com/banks Visit fintrail.com To learn more about Moody’s please visit our website or get in touch; we would love to hear from you.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.