The governance of ethics in South African organisations, as prescribed by King IV, raises the question of whether it is truly enforced or merely a guideline. Principle 2 of King IV states that governing bodies should oversee ethics to establish an ethical culture, yet many organisations struggle with defining and ...
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By Compli-Serve
Many organisations implement a Code of Conduct as a guiding document for expected behaviour, but research suggests that a standalone Ethics Policy is equally critical for fostering a sustainable ethical culture. While a Code of Conduct serves as a rulebook, outlining compliance expectations and acceptable behaviour, an Ethics ...
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Google has once again redefined its stance on AI ethics, signalling a potential return to AI-powered surveillance and weapons-related development. While this move aligns with the increasing geopolitical and financial pressures in the tech industry, it raises concerns about the stability of ethical commitments in big tech. With AI advancing ...
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The Ethisphere Institute has once again recognised organisations that lead the way in ethical business practices with the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies® designation. A total of 136 honourees across 44 industries and 20 countries have demonstrated their commitment to ethical leadership, compliance, governance, and corporate social responsibility. Now in ...
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The International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has reaffirmed its commitment to the development of global standards and codes for sustainability assurance and reporting. In a recent statement, IOSCO commended the International Ethics Standards Board for Accountants (IESBA) for reaching a significant milestone in finalising the International Ethics Standards for ...
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There has been another big rise in the size of the alternative legal services provider (ALSP) market, up by around 40% in only two years to $28.5bn globally, new research has found. A report on the Legalfutures site notes, however, that lawyers were divided on whether generative artificial intelligence ...
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By Lee Rossini
In the financial planning world. clear and effective communication is key. While verbal communication plays a crucial role in conveying information and advice, non-verbal communication often speaks louder than words. Non-verbal cues — such as body language, facial expressions, posture, and eye contact — can reveal a client’s true thoughts, feelings, and attitudes, sometimes offering more insight than spoken words. Recognising and interpreting these non-verbal signals can be the difference between a successful client relationship and a missed opportunity for understanding.
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