Acams CAMS-FCI Exam - Topic 4 Question 12 Discussion

Actual exam question for Acams's CAMS-FCI exam

Question #: 12
Topic #: 4

Due to an ever-diversifying business model and multi-jurisdictional footprint, a casino has decided to outsource the source of funds and wealth checks to a third-party provider. Why is it important for the casino to maintain control of the output from the provider?

AClients of the casino prefer to know that the casino is keeping their information secure when being held by a third-party.

BAs with all third-party relationships, proper control must be maintained to ensure profitability.

CThe casino maintains ultimate responsibility for this activity and should maintain control to avoid non-compliance.

DOther casinos are frequently looking to reduce costs and share ideas, so if this relationship is successful, the model can be used by other businesses.

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Suggested Answer: C

The OFAC sanctions screening audit program should include the requirement that all clients with foreign identification are subject to enhanced due diligence, as this provides an extra layer of protection against potential violations of OFAC sanctions.

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Lonny

5 months ago

Other casinos might copy this model? That's interesting!

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Mickie

5 months ago

Maintaining control helps avoid legal issues, for sure.

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King

5 months ago

I wonder if outsourcing really saves money in the long run...

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Shanda

6 months ago

Totally agree, compliance is key!

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Erin

6 months ago

It's crucial for casinos to keep client info secure!

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Hester

6 months ago

I feel like the focus should be on avoiding non-compliance, but I wonder if there are other factors we should consider too.

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Filiberto

6 months ago

This reminds me of a practice question about third-party risks. I think it’s important to ensure profitability, but compliance seems more critical here.

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Sue

7 months ago

I’m not entirely sure, but I think clients might feel more secure if they know the casino is overseeing the third-party provider.

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Rana

7 months ago

I remember discussing how maintaining control is crucial for compliance, especially since the casino is ultimately responsible for the checks.

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Lisha

7 months ago

Okay, I think I've got it. The casino is responsible for the whole process, even if they're outsourcing part of it. So they need to maintain control to ensure the third-party is meeting their requirements and they can be confident in the output. Makes sense.

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Carey

7 months ago

Ah, I see what they're getting at. The casino has to keep control to make sure the third-party provider is doing things properly and not putting the casino at risk of non-compliance. It's all about managing that outsourced relationship effectively.

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Linwood

7 months ago

Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I can see the importance of maintaining control, but I'm not sure if it's just about compliance or if there are other factors to consider, like client preferences or potential cost savings. I'll need to think this through carefully.

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Timmy

7 months ago

This seems like a straightforward compliance question. I think the key is understanding that the casino is ultimately responsible for the source of funds and wealth checks, even if they're outsourcing it. So they need to maintain control to avoid any issues.

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Kerrie

1 year ago

Haha, D? What, are they going to start a casino timeshare program? 'Come stay at our resort, where we'll give all your personal info to the highest bidder!'

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Domingo

11 months ago

C) The casino maintains ultimate responsibility for this activity and should maintain control to avoid non-compliance.

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Audra

11 months ago

B) As with all third-party relationships, proper control must be maintained to ensure profitability.

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Delisa

11 months ago

A) Clients of the casino prefer to know that the casino is keeping their information secure when being held by a third-party.

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Gilma

1 year ago

I'm surprised anyone would pick B. Profitability? Really? This is all about compliance and risk management, not the bottom line. C is the obvious choice here.

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Lanie

11 months ago

C) The casino maintains ultimate responsibility for this activity and should maintain control to avoid non-compliance.

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Jarvis

12 months ago

B) As with all third-party relationships, proper control must be maintained to ensure profitability.

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Charolette

12 months ago

C) The casino maintains ultimate responsibility for this activity and should maintain control to avoid non-compliance.

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Kristian

1 year ago

A) Clients of the casino prefer to know that the casino is keeping their information secure when being held by a third-party.

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Julio

1 year ago

I'm going with C as well. The casino can't just wash their hands of this responsibility. They need to stay on top of it to protect their clients and their own business.

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Celestina

1 year ago

I agree with C. The casino has to maintain control to ensure the provider's work meets all the necessary regulatory requirements. Letting them run wild would be a recipe for disaster.

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Christa

1 year ago

C) The casino maintains ultimate responsibility for this activity and should maintain control to avoid non-compliance.

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Adell

1 year ago

A) Clients of the casino prefer to know that the casino is keeping their information secure when being held by a third-party.

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Malinda

1 year ago

Definitely C. The casino can't just outsource this critical task and expect the third-party to handle it without oversight. Compliance is key, and the casino is ultimately responsible.

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Hoa

12 months ago

C) The casino maintains ultimate responsibility for this activity and should maintain control to avoid non-compliance.

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Brett

12 months ago

B) As with all third-party relationships, proper control must be maintained to ensure profitability.

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Elli

1 year ago

A) Clients of the casino prefer to know that the casino is keeping their information secure when being held by a third-party.

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Youlanda

1 year ago

But what about sharing ideas with other businesses? Couldn't that benefit the casino in the long run?

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Sherell

1 year ago

I agree with Krissy. The casino needs to ensure compliance and avoid any issues with non-compliance.

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Krissy

1 year ago

I think it's important for the casino to maintain control because they are ultimately responsible for the activity.

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