Moody’s Talks: Risk Reframed

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Moody’s Talks: Risk Reframed is your gateway into the complex and ever-evolving universe of risk management. From discussions about financial crime and physical risk to forced labor and cybersecurity, from entity data to AI-led innovations, this podcast explores many of the critical risks organizations face today—along with strategies to navigate them and foster resilient growth. Join our constellation of thought leaders, authors, and practitioners as they decode the forces shaping an era of exponential risk and share insights to help organizations adapt and thrive.

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October 26, 202657 min

From data exhaust to decision intelligence

The fight against financial crime is entering a new era shaped by AI, evolving criminal networks, and growing demands for faster, more effective investigations. As organizations grapple with fragmented data, emerging threats, and increasing regulatory scrutiny, success depends on combining technology, trusted intelligence, and human expertise. In this episode, Katie Jackson , UK Head of Forensic at Deloitte and Francis Marinier , Industry Practice Lead at Moody’s, join host Alex Pillow to explore how financial crime investigations are evolving and what organizations are doing today to prepare for the future. Together, they discuss how AI, agentic technologies, data strategies, and cross-functional collaboration can impact the detection, investigation, and prevention of financial crime. Key topics covered: Why financial crime threats are becoming more sophisticated, faster, and harder to detect in a digital-first world The shift from siloed fraud and AML functions toward more integrated risk and investigation models What “investigation-grade intelligence” means and why trusted, connected data is foundational to effective investigations How AI agents help automate data gathering, so investigators can focus on analysis, judgment, and critical thinking The growing importance of governance, explainability, and data lineage in AI-driven investigations Recommended resources: Deloitte website Deloitte Future of FinCrime series Moody’s blogs: Breaking the spell of global fraud: The role of counterparty data https://www.moodys.com/web/en/us/insights/ai/connected-intelligence-decision-grade-ai-delivered-whe… Visit moodys.com to learn more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October 7, 202642 min

Moody's x Everstream Analytics

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 prioritization The data and visibility needed to understand critical suppliers, components, logistics routes, and multi-tier dependencies How triggers such as physical disruption, supplier financial distress, labor unrest, and transportation issues can activate response playbooks How early warning signals can help organizations act proactively, secure alternative supply, and communicate potential delays The role of AI, knowledge graphs, and connected internal and external data in mapping dependencies and supporting scenario decisions Additional resources 6 Supplier Risk Management Pitfalls and Mitigation From Reactive to Resilient: A Supply Chain Leader's Journey https://www.everstream.ai https://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.

September 23, 202623 min

Moody’s x Trustpair: Payment fraud

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 accounts Why supplier onboarding and bank-detail change requests are particularly vulnerable Business email compromise, synthetic identities, deepfakes, and AI-generated documents The limitations of callbacks, bank statements, and other manual verification methods The importance of checking suppliers at multiple points throughout the payment lifecycle Additional resources: Trustpair whitepaper: Fraud in the Cyber Era: 2026 Fraud Trends and Insights Moody’s supplier risk landing 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.

September 10, 202627 min

Moody’s x Intapp: Law firms

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.

August 26, 202659 min

Moody's x SAP: Source-to-pay

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.

August 14, 20261 hr 5 min

Moody’s x Blackdot: Crime uncovered

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.

August 3, 202641 min

Moody’s x Coupa: Direct spend

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.

July 1, 202650 min

Meet Moody’s AI Agents

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.

June 17, 202653 min

Effective CDD for banks

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.

June 3, 202639 min

Growth & Strategy 101 | Back to basics

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.

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