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Benchmark Your Ethics & Compliance Program<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

A comprehensive ethics & compliance assessment aligned with global benchmarks and actionable insights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is HQP Assessment?<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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The HQP Assessment is an online ethics & compliance self-assessment built on a proven framework developed by E&C practitioners and experts. It evaluates program maturity across five core areas, including Strategy, Risk Management, Culture, Speaking Up, and Accountability. HQP aligns your program with global benchmarks and provides clear, actionable insights to support continuous improvement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition to the HQP assessment for E&C, learn about the companion assessments geared toward your board and senior leaders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Benchmark Your Program Against Industry Peers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

ECI has proven through research that organizations following the HQP framework have far more effective E&C programs. Customizable benchmarks are available by industry, organization staff size and more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Gain Actionable, Evidence-Based Insights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Receive a clear, research-based understanding of your program\u2019s current maturity level across five essential dimensions\u2014Strategy, Risk, Culture, Speaking Up, and Accountability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Support Strategic and Business Objectives<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Strengthen your E&C framework in ways that drive long-term value, support business priorities, and reduce ethical risk exposure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Strengthen Credibility and Trust<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With over 30 years of research experience in ethics and compliance, ECI is trusted by leading organizations and institutions. The HQP assessment enhances internal and external trust in your Ethics & Compliance efforts, supporting long-term cultural resilience.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThe HQP Assessment was very valuable in reaffirming those aspects of the program where we are strong, and pointing out areas where we have opportunities to improve and enhance our program.\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Lauren Ferrari, Vice President, Compliance & Ethics, EXLService<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Related Reports and White Papers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The following reports and white papers describe our development process, and outline the components and framework toward E&C Excellence.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The Framework for E&C Excellence<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Chief Ethics & Compliance Officer\u2019s Guide to High-Quality Program Assessment<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Measuring the Impact of Ethics and Compliance Programs<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Blue Ribbon Panel: Principles and Practices of High-Quality Ethics & Compliance Programs<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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