Here we go again. The compliance world has been given another stark reminder that personal liability isn't just some abstract concept — it's very real and, depending on who you are and what you’ve done (or not done, as the case may be), it can hit hard.

The Rethink Compliance team noted the Feb 6th announcement by Pam Bondi regarding the DOJ’s plan to scale back enforcement priorities related to white-collar misconduct, including under the FCPA and FARA. This got us thinking about why compliance programs matter. What purpose do they serve? Do strong compliance programs have their own fundamental value in today’s business environment? If so, what is the positive case for compliance beyond enforcement risk?

While most compliance programs have mastered the fundamentals, many still struggle to harness the transformative potential of data analytics.

The state of AI is changing fast, with new tools and capabilities arriving every day. Have you started incorporating AI into your compliance program? Do you plan to?

Is keeping your compliance policies up to date a struggle? Or worse, is your compliance policy management process non-existent?

Oh, the holiday season! It's a time filled with joy and hospitality, but it can also be a bit stressful for those of us in compliance.

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Does your workplace increasingly feel like a big family holiday dinner gone very wrong, with heated debates over political beliefs? It’s undeniable: Politics are incredibly divisive today, affecting not only personal relationships but also professional environments. As news stories and social media narratives seep into office culture, employees may find themselves navigating uncomfortable conversations that can lead to conflict and a breakdown of respect.

It's nearly that time of year again — Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week! And we know that a big event — or series of events — like that doesn’t just happen. It takes a lot of sweat equity from compliance and ethics professionals. And we know that sometimes other priorities get in the way of having adequate time to plan for a week of activities, promotions, and information highlighting compliance.

To date, there has been little benchmarking of data & systems and testing & monitoring, and we’re excited to start a conversation in the industry on these often-overlooked topics.