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The New DOJ Position on Self-Disclosure Demands High-Functioning Compliance

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In remarks to an industry group, Matthew R. Galeotti, head of the Department of Justice (DOJ) Criminal Division, emphasized that companies may avoid criminal resolutions if they voluntarily self-disclose misconduct, fully...more

Ankura

Beyond Internal Controls: The Importance of Culture in “Failure to Prevent Fraud” Preparation

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The Failure to Prevent Fraud (FTPF) offence will officially come into force as part of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act in September 2025. In a previous article, we explored the government’s guidance around...more

NAVEX

Strong Compliance Programs Will Always Matter

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The other day, I attended a panel discussion of compliance officers talking about how corporate compliance might change with the arrival of the Trump Administration. Except, we never got around to that discussion – we were...more

Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics...

Regulatory vs. Business Compliance

Do you ever ask yourself, “What kind of compliance officer am I?” Netherlands-based Susan du Becker, Director, Risk & Compliance at Microsoft, thinks we all should. To her experience, there are two answers to that question. ...more

Latham & Watkins LLP

Antitrust Division’s Updated Guidance on Evaluating Corporate Compliance Programs - Key Features and Takeaways

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The guidance stresses heightened focus on emerging antitrust risks, enhanced support and incentives, and proactive monitoring. On November 12, 2024, the Antitrust Division of the US Department of Justice (the Antitrust...more

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[Podcast] Culture & Compliance Chronicles: Innovative Compliance Strategies with Katie Daniels

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On this episode of Culture & Compliance Chronicles, Amanda Raad and Nitish Upadhyaya from Ropes & Gray’s Insights Lab, and Richard Bistrong of Front-Line Anti-Bribery, are joined by Katie Daniels, managing director and head...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

5 Practical Steps for Conducting a Culture Audit that Meets DOJ Standards

The  2024 ECCP demands data-backed evidence of a genuine, embedded compliance culture. The DOJ’s stance is clear: a company’s commitment to compliance is only credible if it’s supported by data that reflects employee...more

The Volkov Law Group

Episode 342 -- How to Conduct an Internal Compliance Site Visit and Review

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How can companies ensure that their compliance programs are robust enough to handle today’s complex ethical challenges? In this episode, Michael Volkov dives into the critical components of conducting an internal compliance...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The 2024 ECCP – Using Data Analytics to Determine Employee Engagement, Trust, and Corporate Culture

In her recent speech at the Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics 23rd Annual Compliance & Ethics Institute. Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri spoke about the CWA and reviewed its early...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Bank of America’s Corporate Culture Crisis: Part 5- A Case Study for Compliance

Compliance professionals constantly seek to understand how systemic issues within corporate hierarchies can lead to severe consequences. The recent revelations about Bank of America’s (BoA) persistent workplace culture...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Bank of America’s Corporate Culture Crisis: Part 3-The Role of Internal Controls

Compliance professionals constantly seek to understand how systemic issues within corporate hierarchies can lead to severe consequences. The recent revelations about Bank of America’s (BoA) persistent workplace culture...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The Boeing Plea Agreement-A Major Disconnect

In its proposed Plea Agreement, the Department of Justice (DOJ) lays out the abject failures of Boeing which led the DOJ to conclude the underlying Deferred Prosecution Agreement (DPA) from 2021 has been breached. The DOJ...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

The Boeing Monitorship – Compliance, Accountability, and the Path Forward

When it comes to corporate accountability and the often murky waters of compliance, few cases are as illustrative and significant as the ongoing litigation involving Boeing. Since the 737 MAX safety scandal erupted in 2021,...more

The Volkov Law Group

Boeing’s Failure to Integrate Compliance Anti-Fraud Controls with Quality and Safety Functions (Part III of III)

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Boeing’s Plea Agreement includes two Separate Factual Statements — the January 7, 2021 DPA, which is discussed in a prior blog post, and a factual outline of Boeing’s breach of the original DPA, resulting in the current Plea...more

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Deep Dive into Proposed Boeing Plea Agreement (Part II of III)

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DOJ and Boeing have entered into a proposed plea agreement that will require judicial scrutiny and determinations of the public interest and the victims’ rights under the Crime Victims’ Rights Act, 18 U.S.C. § 3771 [“CVRA”]. ...more

The Volkov Law Group

Episode 331- NAVEX State of Risk and Compliance Programs

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NAVEX delivers quality studies and important insights on ethics and compliance topics. In its 2024 State of Risk & Compliance, NAVEX provides a comprehensive report on current trends and practices involving risk and...more

Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics...

The importance of explaining why

Writing, implementing, and enforcing strong compliance-related policies is critical to any compliance and ethics program. So, why do so many compliance failures occur due to breakdowns in internal controls?...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Design-Centric Internal Controls: The Foundation for Compliance Excellence

The dynamic world of compliance is continually evolving. New regulations, emerging technologies, and changing market conditions demand that organizations remain vigilant and proactive in their compliance efforts. One crucial...more

Society of Corporate Compliance and Ethics...

Don’t be afraid

A recent issue of SCCE’s Corporate Compliance Weekly News contained a link to a startling report I was not previously familiar with. An investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard found numerous instances of sexual assault spanning...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

Transforming a Corporate Culture in Crisis: Lessons from Boeing

There has not been a company which has had a run of worse publicity in 2024 than Boeing. Unfortunately it has been self-inflicted. I recently participated in a webinar with Sam Silverstein on what Boeing can do to try and...more

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EntertainHR: Leah’s Lawsuit: “Sober Curiosity” and its Impact on Workplace Culture

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Whether you’ve noticed it through the media or in your own circle of friends, it’s no secret that the consumption of alcohol has been losing its popularity, and the idea of being sober or “sober curious” is trendy. Of course,...more

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Inside The Fraud Lab Podcast: Dave Burroughs on Insider Risk

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What is insider risk, and how can organizations mitigate threats to their business? In this episode of Inside the Fraud Lab, Dave Burroughs breaks down how insider risk manifests, what red flags to look out for, and the role...more

Thomas Fox - Compliance Evangelist

A Shifting Mindset Towards Prevention

I do not think it would be too controversial to say that compliance programs play a crucial role in ensuring that organizations adhere to legal and ethical standards. That is basically what we are all striving to do. However,...more

The Volkov Law Group

Episode 297 -- Susan Divers on LRN's 2023 Program Effectiveness Report

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LRN’s annual Program Effectiveness Report is chock full of important findings. Frankly, LRN’s PEI Report is a “board worthy” report (as Donna Boehme used to say — every board member should read it). Susan and Michael...more

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Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023: Key Considerations for Addressing Failure to Prevent Fraud

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The Economic Crime Bill received Royal Assent on 26 October 2023. Included in the Act is the failure to prevent fraud offence, under which large companies will be liable when a specified fraud offence is committed by an...more

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