Anti-Corruption Compliance in the Age of Global Enforcement

A global wave of anti-corruption regulation has been steadily gaining momentum since it began in the 1990s.  International organizations, such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, have set their sights on fighting bribery and have successfully pressured member states to pass tighter laws.  Cross-border enforcement cooperation is also on the rise.  This heightened scrutiny has highlighted the importance for corporations to have globally effective anti-corruption compliance programs.  Successful programs help reduce the risk of violations and may also engender a more favorable regulatory response when issues arise.  In a guest article, Richard Sibery, the Leader for Fraud and Investigations with Ernst & Young LLP’s Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services (FIDS) practice, and Virginia Adams, a Senior Manager in E&Y’s FIDS practice, discuss the three basic building blocks of a best-of-breed compliance program.  For additional insight from Sibery, see “Training, Certification, Due Diligence, Customs Clearance and Facilitation Payments: An Interview with Leaders of Ernst & Young’s Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services Practice” (Jun. 6, 2012); and “Anti-Corruption Audits, Risk Assessments, Transaction Testing and the Dangers of Petty Cash: An Interview with Leaders of Ernst & Young’s Fraud Investigation & Dispute Services Practice” (Jun. 20, 2012).

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