Investigation Planning

When it comes to conducting investigations, meticulous planning is crucial because reputations, livelihoods, careers, futures (of individuals and organisations) are at stake. Good investigation planning is continuous. No matter how well written your plan is, it will be worthless if you don't constantly review it and adapt it to the changing circumstances. The guiding framework for government investigations within Australia is the Australian Government Investigations Standards 2022[1] The Australian Government Investigations Standard (AGIS) is intended to articulate Australian Government policy and is the foundational standard, framing accountability and security for entities conducting investigations relating to the government programs and legislation they administer. Reece P Kershaw APM Commissioner Australian Federal Police

Question: Before commencing an investigation intoreported apparent or potential breaches or incidents and allegations,it is necessary for investigators to assess the supplied information to determine if non-compliance has actually occurred. List and briefly explain five (5) factors investigators need to consider in their assessment.