Global GRC Roundup: Five Regulations Businesses Must Know

Several significant regulatory developments have emerged globally that businesses must be aware of. Ongoing regulatory changes only highlight the importance of staying informed and adapting to new compliance requirements to ensure business resilience and ethical operations in a rapidly evolving landscape.   Here are five key regulations to know:  FCA’s Consumer Duty for Closed Products and Services  The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Consumer Duty, which ...

By |2024-08-05T06:45:18+00:00August 5th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Five Things to Know About DOJ Guidance on Compliance Programs 

Well-designed and effectively implemented compliance programs are essential for avoiding regulatory fines, maintaining a positive corporate reputation, and mitigating risks. Understanding and adhering to these guidelines helps companies continuously improve their compliance strategies, ensuring they are robust and adaptive. The Department of Justice’s (DOJ's) guidance on compliance programs underscores the need for continuous improvement and practical effectiveness. Organizations must move beyond static, paper-based compliance programs to ...

By |2025-06-05T17:09:03+00:00August 1st, 2024|Ethics & Compliance Learning|

July GRC News: Five Regulations Impacting Business Around the World

Monitoring evolving regulations is a strategic business advantage. Doing so helps businesses stay compliant, manage risks effectively, and maintain a competitive edge. Understanding and adapting to new regulations can also prevent legal issues, enhance operational resilience, and build stakeholder trust. In short, it’s about how you can leverage regulatory change as opportunities for growth and improvement.  Here are five of the many regulations organizations must ...

By |2025-04-28T02:48:56+00:00July 11th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Harnessing SAI360 Analytics for DOJ Compliance 

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has updated its guidelines, emphasizing the critical role of robust data analytics in monitoring and enforcing compliance programs. What happened?   The DOJ updated its guidelines in March 2023. Key areas of focus include compensation structures, misconduct investigations, and integrating compliance into company strategy.   What’s next regarding DOJ compliance?   Compliance professionals should revise policies, enhance training, conduct risk assessments, maintain ...

By |2024-06-06T11:58:19+00:00June 6th, 2024|Ethics & Compliance Learning|

New U.S. GRC Regulations 2024: What You Need to Know

The U.S. Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) landscape is evolving rapidly in 2024 with new regulations. These regulations require stricter data privacy protections and enhanced consumer rights. Organizations must strengthen their data security and consumer privacy commitment or face penalties. Here are a few examples of new 2024 U.S. GRC regulations:  Utah Consumer Privacy Act (UCPA): Effective December 31, 2023, this is a business-friendly data ...

By |2025-04-28T02:39:37+00:00June 5th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

2023 Bank Failures Spur Proposed Changes by FDIC – What Risk Managers Need to Know (pdf)

Thank you for your interest in the 2023 Bank Failures Spur Proposed Changes by FDIC - What Risk Managers Need to Know eBook Download ​Organizations need effective tools and systems that support and reinforce a culture of compliance and ethical decision-making. This is where Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) software and Ethics & Compliance (E&C) Learning solutions come into play. Click here to schedule a virtual ...

Are You Prepared for California’s New Workplace Violence Law?

As July approaches, businesses across California face the daunting challenge of complying with the new Senate Bill 553 (SB 553). This bill, effective from July 1, 2024, mandates robust Workplace Violence Prevention programs. SAI360 offers a custom-developed training solution tailored specifically for California employers to address this need. Our solution ensures businesses meet SB 553 requirements by providing comprehensive, engaging training modules to prepare employees ...

By |2025-04-28T02:45:34+00:00May 16th, 2024|Ethics & Compliance Learning|

Why is the Medicare Two-Midnight Rule Still Misunderstood Over a Decade Later?

Traditional Medicare’s Two-Midnight Rule is a guideline used in the U.S. healthcare system specifically for Medicare billing. It helps determine whether a patient's hospital stay should be billed as inpatient or outpatient care. This rule was designed to clarify hospital admissions criteria and plays a critical role in healthcare reimbursement, impacting institutions' operational and financial dynamics nationwide.  According to this rule, if doctors expect a ...