How can trust survive without integrity?
Pressure is rising, and integrity is being tested. Organizations that put integrity first will keep trust.
Global integrity report
Rapid change and uncertainty make it harder to act with integrity.
Integrity incidents are rising
Many organizations report significant integrity incidents.
The gap between words and action remains
Policies exist, but behavior does not always follow.
Organizations can create a virtuous circle of integrity
Leadership, culture and controls reinforce each other.
Is the value of integrity at risk?
Integrity has improved in some areas
Awareness and compliance programs have matured.
Headwinds are intensifying
Economic pressure and rapid change create temptation.
What is the root cause of misconduct?
Why should employees speak up if leaders do not act?
Lack of action on reports discourages speaking up.
Which approach to integrity are you taking?
Four ways to build a people-centered, integrity-first organization
Lead by example, empower employees, use data and act on concerns.
The value of integrity rests on trust
Trust is built when integrity is visible.
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Summary
Integrity sustains trust. Organizations must invest in it deliberately.
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