13. Conclusion – A process that is increasingly used due to regulatory densification

To conclude this article on internal investigations within the meaning of ISO 37008, we can mention the fact that internal investigation processes are now well established in organizations.

These are mainly large organizations such as major government agencies and companies (listed companies). Medium-sized companies and large SMEs are conducting more and more internal investigations, for a number of reasons.

The increasing number of regulations and stricter requirements relating to duty of care, compliance with ethical rules, and the fight against financial crime such as internal fraud and corruption, as well as prevention, are the best ways to detect HR risks such as breaches of workplace safety or the management of risks of harassment or discriminatory practices, all of which are factors that encourage the establishment of an internal...