Day 25 of 31 Days to a More Effective Compliance Program

The role of the compliance professional and the compliance function in a corporation has steadily grown in stature and prestige over the years. In the 2012 FCPA Guidance (Guidance), under Hallmark Three of the 10 Hallmarks of an Effective Compliance Program (Hallmarks), the focus was articulated by the title Oversight, Autonomy, and Resources. This Hallmark was significantly expanded in both the DOJ's Evaluation of Corporate Compliance Programs and the new FCPA Corporate Enforcement Policy.