A policy is not a control

It’s so obvious to most of us.

Yet, countless executives act as if a corporate policy eliminates risk.

A policy alone accomplishes nothing. It starts to have a tiny effect once it is communicated to employees. The effect grows slightly if training is provided. It become a bit more effective when, after a violation and investigation, the findings are broadly shared with the organization. But none of the above gets even close to a control

The only way for a policy to reach is full potential is to be paired with effective controls and regular audits.


Hat tip to Matthew Letts

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