Update for compliance officers / compliance managers

Anyone returning to compliance work after an extended break—such as parental leave or a transition to a different role—faces a unique challenge: The regulatory landscape has changed significantly in a short period of time, and there is no structured overview of what has changed, when, and how. The “Updatetraining ” fills precisely this gap: In a single day, it provides a concise, structured overview of all major regulatory changes in recent years as well as current case law—without requiring prior knowledge in any specific area of law. The exchange of experiences and knowledge with other compliance officers and practitioners offers additional value that goes far beyond mere factual knowledge.

Real-world compliance cases are the most valuable learning resources a CMS can have: They show where systems fail, which vulnerabilities are typically exploited, and how courts and regulatory agencies respond to violations. In the update “training ,” relevant real-world cases from recent years are systematically reviewed and analyzed for their implications for your own compliance work. By understanding these developments, you can strengthen your CMS in a targeted manner—and avoid making the same mistakes that have already cost other companies dearly. Trainer Karl Würz draws on his own experience as a compliance practitioner to clearly illustrate what these cases mean in concrete terms for the day-to-day work of a compliance officer.

ISO 37301:2021 has replaced the previous ISO 19600 and, as a mandatory Type A standard, provides for the first time the option of external certification of the CMS. The update—training —addresses both the substantive significance of this standard and the practical question of when certification makes sense—and when it does not. After all, certification is not an end in itself: It’s worthwhile when it’s required by clients, financing partners, or regulatory authorities; when it can be leveraged as a competitive advantage; or when it’s relevant in the context of self-cleaning procedures. The “ training ” also highlights the typical pitfalls of certification and explains how to professionally prepare the CMS for an external audit—so you can make this decision in an informed and strategic manner.

Sanctions and embargo regulations have become significantly more important in recent years—not least due to geopolitical developments that have triggered a rapid succession of new sanctions packages. For compliance officers, this means that their CMS must be capable of identifying, assessing, and addressing sanctions risks in real time—across business relationships, payment transactions, and supply chains. The update—training —covers current sanctions and embargo regulations and their practical implications, and outlines the adjustments needed in the CMS to effectively manage this risk. Those who are not up to date in this area risk not only hefty fines but also significant reputational damage.

Compliance does not end at a company’s own boundaries. With the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) and the European Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CS3D), companies are increasingly being held accountable for the conduct of their suppliers and business partners throughout the entire value chain. The update—training —provides an overview of the current status of legal obligations, highlights the relevant scopes of application, and outlines the key requirements placed on companies. Particularly valuable are the practical insights shared in the “ training ”: What works during implementation? Where do typical difficulties arise? And how can companies prepare for the requirements of the CS3D, which will further tighten existing regulations?