Focus on investigations: Part 1
In the first part of our Canadian series "Focus on
Investigations", we explore the purpose of internal
investigations, the type of cases that could benefit from them, and
the potential risks and rewards involved in conducting them.
Why conduct an investigation?
Organizations conduct investigations for many reasons. For
instance, an internal investigation may assist a company with
gathering facts, evaluating risks, and identifying appropriate
courses of action when facing a triggering event, such as a
complaint or allegation of wrongdoing. When companies (or their
personnel) face scrutiny, an effective corporate investigation can
provide the information needed for the company to make informed
decisions on how to proceed in the face of allegations, and to
develop safeguards against future violations. Typically, companies
conduct internal investigations to achieve one or more of the
following goals:
