Getting executives and middle managers to “buy in” to the goals of compliance can be an uphill battle at many companies, especially at those where compliance is viewed as an obstacle to getting things done.
Some line managers may harbor misconceptions about the role of compliance. They view most compliance initiatives as a nuisance, at best, and some see them as undermining the organization’s competitiveness. Others may assume that compliance is simply waiting for a slight mis-step, at which point they’ll swoop in for a “gotcha” moment.
