Governments expect companies to go beyond the adoption of anti-corruption compliance programmes by assessing their actual effectiveness in mitigating corruption risks and promoting a culture of integrity. This paper takes stock of existing guidance from public authorities on anti-corruption compliance criteria and assessment methodologies, as well as challenges faced by those authorities to build capacity, resources and access to expertise. It highlights areas where governments can learn from private sector and other stakeholders’ practices, including on the use of data and new technologies. Looking forward, the paper sets out companies’ recommendations to governments on how to better communicate their expectations regarding anti-corruption compliance programmes, assessment criteria, methodologies and tools.
