{"id":43262,"date":"2023-07-14T13:00:47","date_gmt":"2023-07-14T11:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/?p=43262"},"modified":"2025-12-11T17:00:30","modified_gmt":"2025-12-11T16:00:30","slug":"business-compliance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/blog\/business-compliance\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does Business Compliance Mean For Your Company?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-1wctqwu-c10624862a63ce6c9ed325c3c108dec4\">\n.avia-section.av-1wctqwu-c10624862a63ce6c9ed325c3c108dec4{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Depositphotos_212122874_L.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n.avia-section.av-1wctqwu-c10624862a63ce6c9ed325c3c108dec4 .av-section-color-overlay{\nopacity:0.5;\nbackground-color:#4f4d4f;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div 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av-ljz7d7nh-17b7819fb1fef14fd337eed179f5d166 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h1 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\">What Does Business Compliance Mean For your Company?<\/span><!--1h--><\/h1>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #ffffff;\"><a style=\"color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/blog\/category\/HR\/\">#HR<\/a><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/main><!-- close content main element --><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='after_section_1'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-43262'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  class='flex_column av-i61rj5q-d56de714abc7c7efb6c447e958e138ad av_three_fifth  avia-builder-el-3  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_two_fifth  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-ljz7dcqo-01d0287a719702501af254188192a2ff '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3>Table of Contents<\/h3>\n<\/div><\/section><br \/>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-ljz7emv2-b003ce50be54b6c4c2595d84b03787a8 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#1\">Definition<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#2\">What does compliance mean in business?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#3\">How do you ensure your business is compliant?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#4\">What happens if businesses are non-compliant?<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><a style=\"color: #000000;\" href=\"#5\">Tips for ensuring business compliance<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-holxxr2-268029c6972595bfb238c1eab4a6c438 av_two_fifth  avia-builder-el-6  el_after_av_three_fifth  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_div  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-h8c5jni-ac863c5ab7716167adf74353e0165ea9\">\n#top .avia_search_element.av-h8c5jni-ac863c5ab7716167adf74353e0165ea9 #searchsubmit{\nbackground-color:#2fc4b2;\n}\n#top .avia_search_element.av-h8c5jni-ac863c5ab7716167adf74353e0165ea9 .av_searchsubmit_wrapper{\nbackground-color:#2fc4b2;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia_search_element av-h8c5jni-ac863c5ab7716167adf74353e0165ea9  avia-builder-el-7  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avia-builder-el-8  el_after_av_two_fifth  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-geqhrz2-28c824452e3fd7d797cc44fd007d3eef '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">No matter what industry you&#8217;re in, <strong>business compliance<\/strong> should be a fundamental part of your business operations. Initially, it may seem like a hassle, but preventive measures can save your organisation from immense costs.<\/p>\n<p>The consequences of corporate <strong>compliance violations<\/strong> can be severe, including hefty fines, penalties, lawsuits and damage to your reputation. Don&#8217;t wait for a hard lesson to teach you the importance of compliance. Take action today and start developing a business compliance program for your small business now.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div class='flex_column_table av-fqt1ose-ecefd62a262ef119e96129ad1b5155b9 sc-av_one_full av-equal-height-column-flextable'>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-fqt1ose-ecefd62a262ef119e96129ad1b5155b9\">\n.flex_column.av-fqt1ose-ecefd62a262ef119e96129ad1b5155b9{\npadding:3% 3% 3% 3%;\nbackground-color:#a7c4e8;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-fqt1ose-ecefd62a262ef119e96129ad1b5155b9 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-10  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_table_cell av-equal-height-column av-align-top  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-fipjv0e-8e30f46e9947eb6aeef250d1c7ffce1a '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Definition<\/h2>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">In simple terms, compliance refers to obeying commands or meeting <strong>rules and standards.<\/strong> In the corporate realm, it entails ensuring that your company and employees adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, standards and ethical practices pertaining to your organisation.<\/p>\n<p>It involves diligently upholding legal and ethical obligations to maintain integrity and responsible conduct within your business. By prioritising compliance, a small business owner strives to operate within the boundaries of employment contracts and legality, safeguard their reputation and foster a culture of <strong>ethical behaviour.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><!--close column table wrapper. Autoclose: 1 -->\n<div  class='flex_column av-f2ztrzy-e656aedf6f39872cf3662bdbeca47164 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-12  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-eg7iqpq-19d16f36360f524a9a991151bdb8d60e\">\n.avia-image-container.av-eg7iqpq-19d16f36360f524a9a991151bdb8d60e img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-eg7iqpq-19d16f36360f524a9a991151bdb8d60e .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-eg7iqpq-19d16f36360f524a9a991151bdb8d60e av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-13  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-43218 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-43218 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-1030x614.png\" alt='employee-turnover-timetrack-blog' title=''  height=\"614\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-1030x614.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-300x179.png 300w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-768x458.png 768w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-1536x916.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-1500x894.png 1500w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-705x420.png 705w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1-595xh.png 595w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/2-1.png 2025w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-dv06w0u-e7e06900914e74db84891bec0f4b068f av_one_full  avia-builder-el-14  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-dlv6r4u-3252f2ae38d2bc5f3069135e61c9a4af '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"2\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">What does compliance mean in business?<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Business compliance is all about ensuring that a company operates within the boundaries of laws, regulations and other <strong>industry regulations<\/strong> and standards. It encompasses having the necessary policies and procedures in place to meet these requirements.<\/p>\n<p>These policies serve as <strong>guidelines<\/strong> to ensure ethical conduct and lawful operations.<\/p>\n<p>A crucial aspect of business compliance is maintaining accurate and detailed records of these policies and procedures. This <strong>record-keeping<\/strong> system allows companies to demonstrate their commitment to compliance and provides a trail of evidence that can be reviewed during audits or investigations into compliance matters.<\/p>\n<p>Corporate governance plays a vital role in business compliance. It refers to the framework of rules that guide a company&#8217;s decisions and operations. Strong corporate governance establishes the <strong>principles and processes<\/strong> that promote transparency, safety compliance, accountability and ethical behaviour throughout the company.<\/p>\n<p>To ensure business compliance, companies must conduct thorough research and engage <strong>legal experts<\/strong> when necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Organisations can fulfil their responsibilities to regulators, shareholders, employees, business partners and the broader community by knowing and adhering to the relevant compliance requirements.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-d5nd3by-f51035e7dd291b2283e77c92fb6ec1c2 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-16  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-ch5qeqm-cd8b67dddae02b34c01f6a4c0ab6719e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Use tools and software<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Leverage <strong>digital tools<\/strong> and software to simplify compliance management and minimise errors. Look for solutions tailored to your industry or geographic requirements to enhance efficiency, connectivity and accessibility for all.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-c8kk0am-2665e7fb83a42493e75b46cdb9b7549b av_one_half  avia-builder-el-18  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_half  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-btfyt9a-7934051b1a73fa0f7582567b6891fc87 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3 id=\"2\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">A helping hand<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">In addition to encouraging adherence to procedures, implementing an employee <span style=\"color: #3c80ed;\"><a style=\"color: #3c80ed;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/employee-time-tracking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">timetracking tool<\/a><\/span> can significantly contribute to business compliance and productivity. Time tracking ensures accurate record-keeping, enables efficient resource allocation and facilitates compliance with labour laws and regulations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-b6syj9a-3ae8fb808da3aa815bd021b38ba4e78f\">\n.flex_column.av-b6syj9a-3ae8fb808da3aa815bd021b38ba4e78f{\nborder-radius:0px 0px 0px 0px;\npadding:0px 0px 0px 0px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='flex_column av-b6syj9a-3ae8fb808da3aa815bd021b38ba4e78f av_one_half  avia-builder-el-20  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  flex_column_div av-animated-generic right-to-left av-zero-column-padding  column-top-margin'     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-ancsrum-275d6c6877235cd17fc42a06c7021277\">\n.avia-image-container.av-ancsrum-275d6c6877235cd17fc42a06c7021277 img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-ancsrum-275d6c6877235cd17fc42a06c7021277 .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-ancsrum-275d6c6877235cd17fc42a06c7021277 av-styling- av-img-linked avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-21  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-1030x687.png\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-1030x687.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-705x470.png 705w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-595xh.png 595w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template.png 1107w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" class='avia_image '  ><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-41387 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-41387 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-1030x687.png\" alt='employee-timesheet-template' title=''  height=\"687\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-1030x687.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-705x470.png 705w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template-595xh.png 595w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/employee-timesheet-template.png 1107w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-a8m54da-b4e280ae8a6639043f290798955ab361 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_one_half  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-9zdoo66-118807baae00ec35619b7995644aabde '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"3\" data-pm-slice=\"1 3 &#091;&#093;\">How do you ensure corporate compliance?<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Ensuring corporate compliance involves implementing a <strong>comprehensive framework<\/strong> and set of practices to establish that an organisation adheres to the necessary laws, regulations, industry standards and internal policies.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Here are some key steps to help establish and maintain corporate compliance:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-9lrt7mm-b89c735f26d0a8da8975aae34061a61e av_one_full  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_iconlist  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><\/div>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-8xiili6-10bda4d9ee7def7c6c47fd90b45efaa1\">\n#top .avia-icon-list-container.av-8xiili6-10bda4d9ee7def7c6c47fd90b45efaa1 .iconlist_icon{\nbackground-color:#26afc0;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .avia-icon-list-container.av-8xiili6-10bda4d9ee7def7c6c47fd90b45efaa1 .av_iconlist_title{\ncolor:#000000;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-icon-list-container av-8xiili6-10bda4d9ee7def7c6c47fd90b45efaa1  avia-builder-el-25  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full '><ul class='avia-icon-list avia_animate_when_almost_visible avia-icon-list-left av-iconlist-big av-8xiili6-10bda4d9ee7def7c6c47fd90b45efaa1 avia-iconlist-animate'>\n<li><div class='iconlist_icon av-8go0bjy-e98ecb76cce31d38b6c1baeac3b84099 avia-font-entypo-fontello avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='av-icon-char' data-av_icon='\ue89a' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class=\"iconlist_content_wrap\"><header class=\"entry-content-header\" aria-label=\"Icon: \"><\/header><div class='iconlist_content '  itemprop=\"text\" ><h4><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Stay updated with changing laws and regulations<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Business compliance is an ongoing process that requires staying informed about evolving laws and regulations. Regularly scan for changes that impact your organisation, assess their implications, update policies accordingly, and monitor compliance. Being prepared for upcoming changes prevents chaos when new legislation is enforced.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class=\"iconlist-timeline\"><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class='iconlist_icon av-83ea3r2-256d240b4b955b3bdee29204930ea256 avia-font-entypo-fontello avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='av-icon-char' data-av_icon='\ue89a' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class=\"iconlist_content_wrap\"><header class=\"entry-content-header\" aria-label=\"Icon: \"><\/header><div class='iconlist_content '  itemprop=\"text\" ><h4><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Seek expertise from specialists<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Small and growing organisations may unintentionally violate laws due to a lack of knowledge. Ensure transparency in your operations and consider hiring specialists or consultants to ensure business compliance with industry-specific regulations. Their expertise guides and supports, ensuring actions and procedures align with legal requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class=\"iconlist-timeline\"><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class='iconlist_icon av-7k09i4e-ad7824a91e822dd35035770fd6d2a7ef avia-font-entypo-fontello avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='av-icon-char' data-av_icon='\ue89a' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class=\"iconlist_content_wrap\"><header class=\"entry-content-header\" aria-label=\"Icon: \"><\/header><div class='iconlist_content '  itemprop=\"text\" ><h4><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Encourage employee adherence to procedures<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Effective company policies are only valuable if employees follow them. Communicate policies clearly and make them easily accessible in both digital and physical formats. Help employees understand the reasons behind policies and any changes made. Implement training programs to facilitate proper adaptation. Recognise compliant behaviour through rewards and establish sanctions for violations.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class=\"iconlist-timeline\"><\/div><\/li>\n<li><div class='iconlist_icon av-7bc87z2-3361266d3957addf40298767b2688f2a avia-font-entypo-fontello avia-iconfont avia-font-entypo-fontello'><span class='av-icon-char' data-av_icon='\ue89a' data-av_iconfont='entypo-fontello' aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/span><\/div><article class=\"article-icon-entry \"  itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class=\"iconlist_content_wrap\"><header class=\"entry-content-header\" aria-label=\"Icon: \"><\/header><div class='iconlist_content '  itemprop=\"text\" ><h4><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>Conduct regular internal audits<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Regular internal audits can uncover inadequate or ineffective procedures that hinder business compliance. Focus audits on your organisation&#8217;s financial, operational, technological, and regulatory compliance aspects. It&#8217;s important to ensure the independence of internal auditors and adherence to generally accepted auditing standards (GAAS) when reviewing compliance.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><footer class=\"entry-footer\"><\/footer><\/article><div class=\"iconlist-timeline\"><\/div><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-6jjiue6-f3c85903474f8be7ca5b5e92ae351b37 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-26  el_after_av_iconlist  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  '     ><style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-6acjz7i-00ca29a562eb16c6a271c3301de8861e\">\n.avia-image-container.av-6acjz7i-00ca29a562eb16c6a271c3301de8861e img.avia_image{\nbox-shadow:none;\n}\n.avia-image-container.av-6acjz7i-00ca29a562eb16c6a271c3301de8861e .av-image-caption-overlay-center{\ncolor:#ffffff;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='avia-image-container av-6acjz7i-00ca29a562eb16c6a271c3301de8861e av-styling- avia-align-center  avia-builder-el-27  avia-builder-el-no-sibling '   itemprop=\"image\" itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\" ><div class=\"avia-image-container-inner\"><div class=\"avia-image-overlay-wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"high\" class='wp-image-42975 avia-img-lazy-loading-not-42975 avia_image ' src=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm-1030x579.png\" alt='business-compliance-timetrack-blog' title=''  height=\"579\" width=\"1030\"  itemprop=\"thumbnailUrl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm-1030x579.png 1030w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm-705x396.png 705w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm-595xh.png 595w, https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Pert-Diagramm.png 1064w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-5mg8m2m-2b0b398e281fe25cb3f38d015ce3ff25 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-28  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-56577lq-b549c1848bbd908550a303cd78d1edd6 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"4\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">What happens if businesses are non-compliant?<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<ol data-pm-slice=\"3 1 &#091;&#093;\">\n<li>\n<h4>Penalties in safety regulations<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>When businesses fail to comply with legal or regulatory requirements such as health and safety regulations, they may face fines imposed by government regulatory bodies. The severity of non-compliance determines the amount of the fine.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h4>Damaged reputation<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Non-compliance leads to increased costs and damages a company&#8217;s reputation. Consumers expect businesses to comply with laws, regulations and ethical standards.<\/p>\n<p>If non-compliance becomes public, it erodes trust and customer loyalty, especially regarding health and safety regulations, resulting in revenue loss and hindered growth.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h4>Operational disruptions<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Non-compliance can disrupt business as usual. Investigations and audits require employees to spend time providing information and legal documentation, diverting their focus from their regular duties.<\/p>\n<p>Security breaches may lead to increased monitoring, causing discomfort and loss of trust amongst employees and consumers. Failure to enforce policies and codes of conduct may also create a toxic work environment.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h4>Imprisonment<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Significant non-compliance with laws can result in imprisonment, mainly for individuals. Imprisonment sentences vary depending on the country, state and severity of the non-compliance matter.<\/p>\n<p>Even without imprisonment, critical non-conformances, particularly in lack of health and safety compliance, can lead to a criminal record for individuals or company directors.<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h4>High staff turnover<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Non-compliance signals a lack of value for employees and their wellbeing. For instance, non-compliance with laws may result in underpayment or inadequate employee breaks.<\/p>\n<p>In a nutshell, the majority of these violations concern administrative procedures, notifications, data storage, and transparency. The second tier is <span style=\"color: #3c80ed;\">up to EUR 20 million for the most egregious violations<\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><div  class='flex_column av-4vr4k7y-ea87b576b99134fb1601fffe1870dafe av_one_full  avia-builder-el-30  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-4aaqx4u-c2343bd830562d836a9494c53b9600a1 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 id=\"5\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Tips for ensuring business compliance<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Put your rules and guidelines in writing, whether on paper or digitally accessible, so employees can easily refer to them. Involve <strong>multiple team members<\/strong> in creating a living document that can adapt as circumstances change.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\"><strong>Consistency<\/strong> is always key. Lead by example and demonstrate policy compliance from the top down. Regularly review and discuss guidelines with your team to ensure they understand and can apply them effectively. Maintain <strong>consistent adherence<\/strong> to policies and procedures by practising <span style=\"color: #3c80ed;\"><a style=\"color: #3c80ed;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/blog\/delegative-leadership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">delegative leadership<\/a>.<\/span> Set a strong example by trusting your team members to make informed decisions and take ownership.<\/p>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Make sure your staff has the opportunity to read and understand the policies. Address any confusion or <strong>challenges<\/strong> by reviewing and adjusting policies to remain relevant and clear.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div><\/p>\n<div  class='flex_column av-420iw7y-c092febb55187fa0aa1edd252a44ef91 av_one_full  avia-builder-el-32  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_section  avia-builder-el-last  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-3ip8vz2-2493750dcfa4a0a630e82e5de057ca67 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Training and resources<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Regular training sessions with staff from all levels can certainly help to reinforce policies and codes of conduct. Contribute to a positive environment of teamwork and communication, focusing on training rather than blaming. By promoting a culture of continuous learning and collaboration, you can boost compliance efforts and <span style=\"color: #3c80ed;\"><a style=\"color: #3c80ed;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/blog\/managing-team-performance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">enhance overall team performance<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-334a9su-67e2631c95e918c9e88439e1c966ec44\">\n.avia-section.av-334a9su-67e2631c95e918c9e88439e1c966ec44{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/img_are_you_freelancer.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:scroll;\n}\n.avia-section.av-334a9su-67e2631c95e918c9e88439e1c966ec44 .av-section-color-overlay{\nopacity:1;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='call-to-action2'  class='avia-section av-334a9su-67e2631c95e918c9e88439e1c966ec44 main_color avia-section-large avia-no-border-styling  avia-builder-el-34  el_after_av_one_full  el_before_av_one_full  avia-bg-style-scroll av-section-color-overlay-active container_wrap fullsize'  data-section-bg-repeat='no-repeat'><div class=\"av-section-color-overlay-wrap\"><div class=\"av-section-color-overlay\"><\/div><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-43262'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-2jkhrlq-51e4902d679832d90648c28b9bc5b7d5 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 class=\"custom_h1\" style=\"color: #fff;\">Time management is simple and intuitive with TimeTrack<\/h2>\n<p style=\"color: #fff;\">Easy tools and software<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"default_button\" href=\"https:\/\/cloud.timetrackenterprise.com\/\">Try now!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><!-- close content main div --><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='after_section_2'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-43262'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n<div  class='flex_column av-27p93we-2b75cb814aab3b6bfb472ded698ff8ff av_one_full  avia-builder-el-36  el_after_av_section  el_before_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-first  first flex_column_div  '     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-1twrqji-c3cecf27f41338d4e0aeafed4370b05e '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h3 id=\"4\" data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Stay ahead of the curve<\/h3>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Keep your team informed about evolving <strong>international laws<\/strong> and regulations that affect your business. Ensure that your HR, IT, health and safety compliance, and compliance departments are proactive in maintaining policies.<\/p>\n<p>All team members must follow <strong>procedures<\/strong> consistently. Emphasise the importance of compliance, provide clear reasons for policies, offer rewards for adherence and maintain ongoing training.<\/p>\n<p>Regularly <strong>assess<\/strong> your compliance status through audits to identify areas for improvement and address any gaps or security risks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n<div  class='flex_column av-z135su-1bc818eb3394714a6072087f0289a49e av_one_full  avia-builder-el-38  el_after_av_one_full  avia-builder-el-last  first flex_column_div  column-top-margin'     ><section  class='av_textblock_section av-ptpahq-92d2ae59dfcf34752bae84306c10b37a '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/BlogPosting\" itemprop=\"blogPost\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><h2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n<hr \/>\n<p data-pm-slice=\"1 1 &#091;&#093;\">Running your company effectively is crucial for its success. Maintaining compliance throughout your organisation is essential for smooth internal and external operations, as well as for building a strong professional reputation.<\/p>\n<p>You can implement positive organisational changes and secure long-term success by understanding business regulatory compliance, its various types of financial regulations, and how it functions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":43282,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[165],"tags":[376],"class_list":["post-43262","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-planning","tag-business-compliance"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Business compliance: Definition and tips \u2013 TimeTrack Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Business compliance refers to the process of ensuring that a company operates in accordance with relevant laws, regulations and guidelines.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/blog\/business-compliance\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Business compliance: Definition and tips \u2013 TimeTrack Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Business compliance refers to the process of ensuring that a company operates in accordance with relevant laws, regulations and guidelines.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.timetrackapp.com\/en\/blog\/business-compliance\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Timetrack App - 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