Harassment Prevention Training: Designing Programs for Positive Behavior Change

Workplace harassment can have devastating consequences – which is why harassment prevention training is so important. Victims of harassment can experience long-term emotional and physical effects. Organizations where harassment goes unchecked often experience morale problems, reduced productivity, and high turnover.  Unfortunately, harassment in the workplace often goes unreported. Research shows that only one in five workers who experience sexual harassment or assault actually report it ...

By |2025-10-07T13:54:55+00:00September 23rd, 2025|Ethics & Compliance Learning, Sexual Harassment|

Integrated GRC Framework: What Is It?

An integrated GRC framework is a structured approach to managing governance, risk, and compliance activities collectively as part of a unified strategy. The alternative is a disconnected process where departmental silos work independently, often duplicating efforts.   Why does this matter? Fragmented systems often miss the big picture. An integrated GRC approach, where teams are collaborating through shared data and workflows, makes it easier for leaders ...

By |2025-09-23T16:37:46+00:00September 22nd, 2025|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, Integrated GRC|

Regulatory Compliance: The Benefits of GRC Banking Solutions

GRC banking technology can turn regulatory pressure into a strategic advantage by ensuring compliance with complex regulations like GDPR, SOX, and global ESG mandates. This minimizes the risk of fines or sanctions and also helps build brand credibility and investor confidence.  Why GRC Banking Technology is Needed  The banking industry is one of the most heavily regulated sectors because of the central role banks play ...

By |2025-09-10T13:07:33+00:00September 5th, 2025|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Evaluating Whistleblowing Hotline Providers

Whistleblowing hotline providers don’t just protect people - they protect businesses as well. When employees engage in unethical behavior like harassment, fraud, corruption, or falsifying documents, the consequences for businesses can be severe, resulting in costly fines, reputational damage, and potentially criminal charges. Whistleblowing hotlines empower employees who witness misconduct to report incidents anonymously, without fear of being reprimanded.  Choosing the wrong whistleblowing hotline solution ...

By |2025-08-21T15:04:08+00:00August 21st, 2025|Whistleblowing|

The Three Critical Drivers for Effective GRC Solutions

To learn more about what makes GRC solutions effective, we worked with OCEG (Open Compliance Ethics Group) to conduct the 2025 GRC Maturity Survey. This survey provided a global snapshot of where organizations stand today and the differentiating factors that equate to GRC maturity.  Drawing on input from over 850 professionals (including 368 senior executives), the findings are clear: a formal strategy around the right ...

By |2025-08-21T13:11:33+00:00August 21st, 2025|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

What Is APRA CPS 230? What to Know About this Australia’s Operational Resilience Standard

APRA CPS 230 is a regulatory standard introduced by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority. Its goal is to improve operational resilience in the financial sector. It applies to a wide range of institutions—banks, insurers, super funds, and others that provide essential financial services in Australia. At the heart of CPS 230? A key focus on protecting critical services. These are the functions that, if disrupted, ...

By |2025-08-18T19:18:49+00:00August 18th, 2025|Business Resilience, Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

How Whistleblower Hotline Software Enhances Anonymous Reporting and Workflow Efficiency

Organizations face growing pressure to uphold ethics and manage risk. One telling indicator: a 35% increase in the number of whistleblower cases managed by the Department of Justice. During the 2024 fiscal year, settlements and judgments tied to the False Claims Act hit nearly $3 billion. In recent weeks alone, for example: An airline paid over $8 million in fines for False Claims Act violations involving the misuse of funds.   ...

By |2025-09-23T17:00:56+00:00August 12th, 2025|Whistleblowing|

Common Causes of Organizational Silos, and What to Do About Them

Organizational silos aren’t just a byproduct of growth. They are a clear sign that something is not working. And while they can show up anywhere, certain environments are especially prone to them. Eight in ten companies say there's a stark mismatch between their department initiatives and their larger business initiatives.¹ The result? Nearly $9 trillion in estimated economic losses each year. When communication is stifled ...

By |2025-08-07T20:08:50+00:00August 4th, 2025|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Meet “Integrity Sarah”, an Influencer Making Ethics & Compliance Education Stick

When it comes to corporate training, it is important to meet employees where they are. SAI360 is finding success leveraging the popularity of "influencer culture" and infotainment to engage today's workforce with serious ethics & compliance topics. Meet SAI360's Integrity Sarah. Just like many influencers found on YouTube and Instagram, she is sharp, confident in her expertise, and most important - relatable. Featured in SAI360's ...

By |2025-08-13T20:24:26+00:00August 4th, 2025|Code of Conduct, Ethics & Compliance Learning|

M&A Compliance Checklist: 5 Hidden Risks That Can Sink Deal Value

Hidden risks can vaporize anticipated Merger & Acquisition (M&A) returns and derail deal synergies. Acquiring a company means acquiring that company’s risk. Yet, too many deals stumble because compliance expertise arrives late, or not at all. Below, we highlight five common missteps related to compliance that can disrupt M&A transactions. Compliance Joins After the Ink Dries Clients tell us, “We weren’t informed of a pending M&A ...

By |2025-07-29T19:58:16+00:00July 29th, 2025|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|