Järjestelmävarkaudet
Järjestelmävarkaudet are systematic or organized thefts that occur within institutions or organizations, exploiting internal processes, controls, or legal frameworks to facilitate large-scale fraud. The term is commonly used in Finnish business and public‑sector contexts to describe theft that relies on orchestrated collusion rather than isolated opportunistic acts. Typical examples include embezzlement of public funds, manipulation of procurement procedures, or the siphoning of corporate assets through falsified invoices and payroll irregularities. Article 271 of the Finnish Criminal Code defines organized theft as a felony punishable by up to seven years of imprisonment, and section 420 specifically addresses theft with intent to defraud public bodies.
Mechanisms of järjestelmävarkaudet often involve a network of employees or contractors who share responsibilities in concealing
Prevention strategies focus on strengthening internal controls, implementing stricter segregation of duties, and enhancing whistleblower protection.