Research performed over 2015:
10 live roundtables across the U.S.
Survey of nearly 100 compliance execs
Multiple in-depth interviews, some of which were included in the survey
1/3 reported budgets are up. 1/5 reported budget decreases.
54% report to the GC/CLO
However, among the World’s Most Ethical, only 25% report to GC. 60% report directly to the CEO or Board.
CCOs that report to the CEO have greater access to, understanding of and influence on other business units’ responsibilities and goals
Lacking comprehensive and advance knowledge of company strategic objectives, compliance turns to risk assessment results to drive priorities.
2015 was biggest year for M&A ever with $3.8 trillion in spending, projected to continue in 2016.
CCOs comfortable with traditional metrics.
Desired metrics include:
Predictive analytics on employee behavior
Tangible program ROI
Analysis on open-door reports
True effectiveness of compliance training
Data most commonly shared via email and file transfer (spreadsheets)