Taking Action: Addressing suspected fraud when internal reports are ignored
Addressing suspected fraud within an organisation can be a daunting task, especially when the receiver of your internal report is unwilling to investigate the case. In this blog post, we will discuss the steps you can take to address this situation effectively. From reviewing your report to escalating internally and potentially seeking legal counsel, we […]
Introducing Whistlelink’s collection of How-to Videos
Whistleblowing is a critical mechanism for exposing wrongdoing and promoting transparency in organisations. At Whistlelink, we are proud to present another useful resource for our clients and partners – our comprehensive collection of how-to videos. These videos are designed to guide users through the process of utilizing Whistlelink’s reporting platform effectively, safely, and confidently. Getting […]
Best Whistleblowing Software 2024: Top-rated digital solutions
In recent years, whistleblowing has become an ever-important aspect of corporate governance. With new whistleblower laws adopted in most European countries, many organisations are looking for whistleblowing software in order to stay compliant with applicable laws and directives. With so many options available, it can be challenging to choose the right whistleblower system for your […]
Guide: How to implement and be compliant with the Whistleblower Protection Act
The EU Whistleblowing Directive aims to protect whistleblowers who report illegal or unethical activities within their organisation. It requires all European organisations with 50 or more employees to implement safe and secure internal reporting channels, before 31 December 2023. More details on the implementation are provided by national whistleblower protection laws in each Member State. […]
What is a Code of Conduct?
A code of conduct is a set of rules, principles, and values that guide the behaviour of individuals within an organisation. It outlines the standards that are expected of employees, and sets out the values and principles that the organisation upholds. A code of conduct is often written down and made available to all employees, […]
Why an e-mail solution is not good enough for whistleblowing
When looking to implement a whistleblowing service, it can feel tempting to use a simple, inexpensive, and fast solution such as setting up an internal e-mail address for whistleblowing reports. This could, however, be a big mistake and have serious consequences for your organisation as well as your employees. In this article, we’ll list four […]
Checklist: How to choose the best whistleblower system
The EU Directive on the protection of whistleblowers states that all companies with 50+ employees must implement secure channels for internal reporting. The EU Directive does not specify exactly how these channels should be designed or how to choose a whistleblower system. When transposing the Directive into national legislation, member states can make their own […]
Hosting of whistleblower solution: Why you should choose Europe
Credibility and trustworthiness are essential when it comes to whistleblowing. Whistleblower systems often handle sensitive information concerning an individuals or company’s operations. Following the implementation of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the repeal of the Privacy Shield (more on this below), the protection of whistleblowers is now in the spotlight. Under no circumstances […]
Whistleblowing: Everything you need to know
At Whistlelink, we have delivered whistleblowing solutions for more than a decade. Experience matters! This is why we have compiled a guide with frequently asked questions about whistleblowing. Frequently asked questions: What is whistleblowing? Whistleblowing occurs when individuals, in a work-related context, speak up when they encounter wrongdoing that can harm the well-being of the […]
Internal investigation of alleged corporate misconduct
What is the best practice for managing whistleblowing reports? In this guest post, Tove Tullberg from the law firm Vinge in Stockholm, Sweden, will discuss how to properly perform an internal investigation of alleged corporate misconduct. With a total of 500 colleagues at their offices in Stockholm, Gothenburg, Malmö, Helsingborg and Brussels, Vinge is a […]
6 tips for creating a good whistleblower policy
A whistleblower policy is an important part of internal control systems, ethics, and compliance within an organisation. The new EU Whistleblowing Directive and subsequent national whistleblower laws, have further accelerated the progress as they outline requirements for implementing secure and anonymous whistleblower channels. The goal for companies is to create an internal corporate culture of […]
Secure your company in 8 easy steps – Part two
We read it in the newspapers all the time: Corruption, bribes and scandals. Still, we think “that will never happen to us”. But how can you be so sure? In this two-article mini-series, we will help you secure your company and protect your business from different types of scandals. Here is part 2. If you […]
Secure your company in 8 easy steps – Part one
We read it in the newspapers all the time: Corruption, bribes and scandals. Still, we think “that will never happen to us”. But how can you be so sure? In this two–part mini-series, we will help you secure your company and protect your business from different types of scandals. Here is part 1. Corruption and […]
Implementing a whistleblower system: Our 6 best tips
An internal reporting system should be safe for the whistleblower to use, ensure confidentiality, and help you manage whistleblower reports securely and efficiently. Read our 6 tips for implementing a whistleblower system, that meet all the requirements of the EU Whistleblowing Directive. In this article, we will take a closer look at: Whistleblowers do a […]
The advantages of whistleblowing
Whistleblowing has been in the spotlight for the past decade and many organisations are shifting towards integrating clearly defined policies and systems. So what are the advantages of whistleblowing and why has it become so important? What do we mean by whistleblowing? When we think of whistleblowing we tend to think of large-scale scandals like […]
