When Emma opened her inbox and found a voucher for a weekend retreat from a past vendor she froze, unsure of what to do next. Was it a friendly gesture or a red flag? This scenario is a common one, but too often it’s left unaddressed by traditional Ethics & Compliance training programs. Standard Conflicts of Interest (COI) trainings list rules, but fall short when ...
A single IT outage doesn’t just interrupt operations. In many cases, it becomes front-page news. In July 2024, CrowdStrike served as a wake-up call when a software glitch caused the largest IT outage in history, disrupting business operations around the world. In early 2025, Barclays customers took to social media as a 14-hour outage left them locked out of their accounts. These incidents have more ...
When it comes to data breaches, hackers, supply chain snafus, and bad actors getting hold of your organization's most critical data, knowledge is power. Ignoring third‑party compliance training invites audits and fines. Consider the recent data breach involving PowerSchool that involved a costly ransom and sparked multiple class action lawsuits. Did you know? Healthcare is the industry most impacted by third-party breaches. Forty-one percent ...
From climate disasters, political unrest, ongoing cyber threats, and more, business risks and resilience mean something completely different than they used to not long ago. Organizations must be equipped to navigate business disruptions and maintain continuity. Businesses face a myriad of risks that can severely impact operations. These include: Operational Disruptions: Events like natural disasters, pandemics, and political unrest can halt business operations, affecting supply chains and ...
Organizations worldwide face mounting pressure to navigate the complex waters of ethics and compliance. With stricter regulations and higher stakeholder expectations, companies can no longer afford to improvise their compliance initiatives. The question remains: Do you know your risk? The key to success? Real-time insights. By leveraging up-to-the-minute data, businesses can identify potential issues before they escalate, swiftly adjusting course to avoid penalties. This agility ...
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has long emphasized the importance of effective corporate compliance programs. While enforcement priorities may shift over time, the core expectations outlined in DOJ guidance remain consistent: programs must be well-designed, applied in good faith, and actually work in practice. What does that look like in real terms? First, programs must reflect the unique risks of the organization. There’s no ...
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regulations for hospitals and other healthcare organizations define the federal requirements providers must follow to receive Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. These rules govern patient safety, billing accuracy, infection control, privacy, and electronic health records (EHRs). Conditions of Participation (CoPs) refers to the specific health and safety standards organizations must maintain. Additionally, hospitals also closely monitor regulations related to ...
What are the biggest risks companies are facing right now worldwide? They are cyber incidents, operational disruptions, and climate-driven disasters. None are surprises. As organizations push forward with digital transformation and global expansion, they’re continually finding themselves more exposed. The systems they rely on are, in the meantime, becoming more complex. And they need to be. The stakes are higher. Business continuity is now about ...
The PowerSchool data breach has become a defining example of third-party risk failure in education and EdTech. It's a harsh wake-up call for ethics, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) teams. What Caused This Data Breach? On December 28, 2024, PowerSchool confirmed a compromised credential had been used to access its PowerSource customer portal—a system that supports school staff across 17,000 districts and serves over 55 ...
The CPS 230 APRA standard represents one of the most significant shifts in how Australian financial institutions manage operational risk. Introduced by the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA), CPS 230 is designed to strengthen resilience by improving oversight, risk visibility, and accountability across critical operations. This standard moves beyond reactive risk management. It encourages a culture of preparedness and clarity. And it ensures organizations are compliant ...
