What is Compliance?
Compliance is often interpreted as adherence to a specific law or regulation. Unfortunately, it is not that simplistic. Many times an organization may appear to be in compliance with a specific regulation or law, but may find that their internal practices and procedures create an atmosphere of non-compliance. For example, Company A may have a specific non-discrimination policy with all of the correct language and have an avenue to receive and address internal complaints. They may also have strict compensation policies that dictate the level of pay within a given pay range – all of which are compliant. Suppose Company A now has an immediate need to restructure and hire a group of specialists for an evolving business need. In the course of this hiring, Company A recruits a group of people who are within the compensation ranges, but, due to their specialty and current market conditions, are higher than other individuals within the same grade range. In this case, the OFCCP or EEOC may infer a pattern of discrimination. The Compliance issue is not related to the statute, but is applicable to the Company’s internal policies and practices.
Compliance is complicated and requires a review of not only laws and regulations, but also internal practices and procedures. EEO Logic reviews all factors of compliance to ensure the most secure position for your organization.