An anonymous call came over the manufacturer’s hotline: a claim that an employee was taking kickbacks. The caller told the chief compliance officer where to look for evidence, and the ensuing investigation identified three wrongdoers—plus an atmosphere of bad feelings and co-workers fearing for their safety. The wrongdoers were fired, the matter was referred for prosecution, and the specifics remain confidential while litigation plays out.
This is not the chief compliance officer’s job of yore.
