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Are Robots Taking over Banking Industry?

A recent Business Insider survey of chief technology officers, entrepreneurs, chief innovation officers and startup founders found out that financial industry was bracing for “automation” in the next decade. Many of us have the in...

Top 3 Ways to Avoid OSHA Fines & Ensure Workplace Safety

Why was Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) created? Simply to ensure employee well-being and safety by devising strict rules and policies that made sure regulatory compliance was observed. Employee safety is insured ...

OSHA Safety Violation Fines Increased by Almost 78%

It’s a significant increase since 1990 that went LIVE on 1st August 2016. The maximum penalties have been increased by almost 78% as OSHA was previously exempted from raising them. It has been eliminated in the fiscal year 2016 bu...

Difficult Times: Goldman Sachs Sued for $510 million along with Regulatory Penalties?

Regulatory misconduct? Although the Malaysian High Court dismissed a similar suit, the private equity firm is pursuing the case against Wall Street giant for $510 million. The plaintiff claims Goldman Sachs alleged wrongdoing has cos...

Port of Houston Poised for Big Growth

With hopes for a bright future and thriving watercourse, the initial evaluation and research for the new Houston Ship Channel Expansion Channel Improvement study is underway. This potential mega-project represents a great opportunity ...

Why Automate Your Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) Functions

The world of GRC is ever evolving. With many organizations being heavily regulated, the idea of staying compliant with changing regulations, and policy & procedures is an on-going challenge. Almost daily one can come across a news...

What are Best Practices for Hotline Reporting?

In the days before the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), a hotline reporting program was often viewed as a luxury rather than a necessity. However, in the 12 years since the law passed, the anonymous hotline has become an essential part of an...

Why Banks are Apprehensive to Fully Embrace Fintech

Last year, Fintech investment grew 44% to $14.8 billion, aiding the development of digital tools in areas such as mobile payments, money transfer, lending and alternative currencies. So why are incumbent financial institutions appre...

Why Automation Means Fewer Control Violations Involving Audits

In today’s complex and regulated environment for financial institutions, there has never been more pressure on finance leaders to ensure integrity in internal auditing and controls. Boards of directors want assurance that officia...

Why Performance Management Matters

Your business is growing fast, and it’s time to think about implementing or revamping your performance management process that will create an amazing employee experience and help drive your business forward. Your employees are your...