Fall 2015 Issue of Horizons

MANUFACTURING & DISTRIBUTION

∙ Are the anti-corruption compliance standards and procedures reviewed at least annually, taking into account relevant developments in the field and evolving international and industry standards? If you answered “no” or a hesitant “yes” to any of the above, an immediate investment may be required to adequately reduce your current risk exposure.

∙ Does the program take steps to ensure that the organization’s compliance and ethics program is followed, including monitoring and auditing to detect criminal conduct? ∙ Is there a system in place to handle anonymous whistleblower complaints from employees and other stakeholders, without fear of retaliation?

∙ Is the program promoted and enforced consistently throughout the organization,

with rewards for compliance and punishment for non-compliance?

RubinBrown’s Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group RubinBrown’s Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group is nationally recognized for superior assurance, tax and consulting expertise coupled with solid international business knowledge, exceptional inventory management and process improvement services.

Jim Mather, CPA, CGMA — St. Louis Partner-In-Charge Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3470 jim.mather@rubinbrown.com

Kaleb Lilly, CPA — Kansas City Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 913.499.4417 kaleb.lilly@rubinbrown.com

Rick Feldt, CPA, CGMA — St. Louis Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3220 rick.feldt@rubinbrown.com

Russ White, CPA — Denver Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 303.952.1247 russ.white@rubinbrown.com

Mike Lewis, CPA — St. Louis Partner & Vice Chair Manufacturing & Distribution Services Group 314.290.3391 mike.lewis@rubinbrown.com

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