Risk & compliance update

2016 BDO Technology RiskFactor report

The 2016 BDO Technology RiskFactor Report examines the risk factors listed in the most recent annual shareholder reports of the 100 largest publicly traded US technology companies by revenue. The risk factors were analysed and ranked in order of frequency cited. Read more

Released by BDO July 2016

Using the 90/10 rule to combat culture risk

Though rebounding job numbers are no doubt a positive development they actually pose a mixed blessing for corporations and business enterprises. That’s why focusing on “conduct risk,” or “culture risk,” should be placed near the top of a business’ priority list. Read more

Released by Corporate Compliance Insights August 2016

Social media as a business tool: know your risks

Social networking is part of our everyday life, including our business life. While it can be useful for marketing and sales for your business or product, there is real-life risk and potential danger associated with the use of social networks. Read more

Released by i–sight 2016

Compliance expertise in the boardroom - the value of a built-in advocate

In this era of corporate accountability, regulators and prosecutors are looking for opportunities to hold board members, individually and collectively, accountable for corporate misconduct. In response, many have advocated for improvement of corporate governance, increased training of corporate board members and specific guidance on the board’s obligations to oversee and monitor a company’s compliance program. Read more

Released by Corporate Compliance Insights September 2016