1. Origins and rationale for an internal investigation process within organizations
This section discusses the origin and justification of the internal investigation process, drawing on current developments in organizational studies, recent case law, and how organizations are better taking this risk into account. In particular, it illustrates how internal investigation processes primarily address the issue of ethical risk management in organizations.
1.1 Why structure an internal investigation process?
The issue of risks associated with the practices of employees and anyone acting on behalf of a company raises the question of HR risk management (particularly ethical risks). More broadly, these practices concern the management of risks with a significant impact on reputation. Cases of corruption, internal fraud, and money laundering can receive...
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Origins and rationale for an internal investigation process within organizations
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Bibliography
Standards
- Internal investigations by organizations – Recommendations. - PD ISO/TS 37008 - 2023
The Institute of 2024 International Reference Framework for Professional Internal Audit Practices (IRF)
Internal Auditors (IFACI)
Regulations
Law No. 2017-399 of March 27, 2017 on the duty of care of parent companies and contracting companies.
Law No. 2016-1691 of December 9, 2016 on transparency, anti-corruption, and economic modernization.
Regulation (EU) No. 596/2014 of the European Parliament and of the Council of April 16, 2014 on market abuse (market abuse regulation).
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