The success of any great business hinges on two critical factors: ethical approach and its true implementation. This is particularly relevant to Gift & Entertainment (G&E) policies, which require careful attention and communication to ensure they align with both ethical standards and cultural norms.
While gifts and entertainment are often seen as cultural gestures or festive traditions, they can present ethical dilemmas, especially across global teams. A gesture that is acceptable in one culture may be considered inappropriate or even a bribe in another.
Moreover, certain gifts, whether in terms of colors, numbers, or objects, can hold vastly different meanings depending on the region. The challenge lies in ensuring your organization respects cultural differences while maintaining compliance with relevant anti-corruption laws.
For instance, building strong personal relationships is integral in some cultures, where gift-giving and entertainment play a key role. In contrast, other cultures emphasize formal and transactional interactions, where personal connections are less emphasized.
Our training ensures that your organization is well-versed in the intricacies of these cultural differences and compliant with key regulations such as the FCPA, UK Bribery Act, and Prevention of Corruption Act (POCA).
Depending on your organization's global presence, we tailor our training sessions to cover relevant laws, industry specifics, and cultural nuances, ensuring no disconnect at the ground level.
The duration of these sessions typically ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours, but can be extended or adjusted to meet the specific needs of your organization.
We conduct these sessions after an alignment of objectives and expectations, ensuring the training outcomes meet your needs and go beyond your expectations.
Sessions can be delivered in-person or virtually, depending on your organization’s preferences. We will also provide the necessary training materials to the participants for reference.
Reach out to us for more details and to schedule a customized G&E training session designed specifically for your organization’s needs and cultural considerations.
