Business Effectiveness Key Component To Compliance Program, TAP Says
This article was originally published in The Pink Sheet Daily
Executive Summary
Ethics & Compliance Officer Stephan Vincze suggests that compliance programs should be considered a financial asset, such as a pre-paid insurance plan. HHS IG suggests that considering business perspectives will encourage long-term adherence to the compliance program.
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