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Adventures in Compliance

Adventures in Compliance

By: Thomas Fox
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 Do you love the world's greatest consulting detective? If you do and you practice compliance, this is the podcast for you. In this periodic podcast series, Tom Fox, the Compliance Evangelist and the Voice of Compliance, explores the intersection of Sherlock Holmes and compliance. He uses the Holmes oeuvre to discuss key points of any best practices compliance program, business ethics and corporate culture. So sit back, listen in as the game is afoot.Thomas Fox Economics
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  • The Sign of Four: Data Analytics and Pattern Recognition

    The Sign of Four: Data Analytics and Pattern Recognition
    Jun 16 2025
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox takes a deep dive into the Sherlock Holmes novels. Over this season I will take a deep dive into each novel over a four part series. The four novels we will consider from the ethics and compliance perspective are A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of Four, The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Valley of Fear. We continue our four episode series on the second novel, The Sign of Four by reviewing how Holmes uses data analytics and pattern recognition in this story. Timothy and Fiona had so much fun last week, they are back to explore how the methods of the fictional detective Sherlock Holmes can be applied to modern compliance work. By examining the principles from 'The Sign of Four', they take a deep dive into five key lessons that can sharpen the skills of compliance professionals today: the art of discernment, establishing baselines, contextual analysis of data, leveraging technology, and continuous refinement and learning. Their discussion highlights how these timeless analytical approaches, when amplified by modern technology, provide a robust framework for dealing with complex and rapidly changing compliance landscapes. Highlights Include · Applying Holmes' Methods to Compliance Analytics · Lesson 1: The Art of Discernment · Lesson 2: Establishing Baselines · Lesson 3: Contextual Analysis of Data · Lesson 4: Leveraging Technology and Tools · Lesson 5: Continuous Refinement and Learning · Conclusion: Balancing Timeless Principles with Modern Adaptability Resources The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson Connect with Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • The Sign of Four - Applying Sherlock Holmes’ Methods to Modern Corporate Compliance

    The Sign of Four - Applying Sherlock Holmes’ Methods to Modern Corporate Compliance
    Jun 9 2025
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox takes a deep dive into the Sherlock Holmes novels. Over the course of this season, Tom Fox will take a deep dive into each novel in a four-part series. The four novels we will consider from the ethics and compliance perspective are A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of Four, The Hound of the Baskervilles, and The Valley of Fear. We continue our four-episode series on the second novel, The Sign of Four, by reviewing how Holmes’ investigative techniques can be applied to enhance corporate compliance efforts. We unpack five key lessons, including methodical investigation, clear communication, understanding human behavior, constant vigilance, and unwavering integrity. By adopting these principles, organizations can enhance transparency and proactive risk management, ultimately safeguarding their reputation and ethical standing. Highlights include: Lesson 1: Methodical Investigation and Attention to Detail Lesson 2: The Importance of Clear Communication Lesson 3: Understanding Human Behavior Lesson 4: Vigilance Against Complacency Lesson 5: Integrity and Ethical Fortitude Conclusion: Applying Holmes’ Principles to Modern Compliance Resources: The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson Connect with Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • The Novels-The Sign of Four, Introduction and Compliance Lessons Learned

    The Novels-The Sign of Four, Introduction and Compliance Lessons Learned
    Jun 2 2025
    In this new season of Adventures in Compliance, host Tom Fox takes a deep dive into the Sherlock Holmes novels. Over this season I will take a deep dive into each novel over a four part series. The four novels we will consider from the ethics and compliance perspective are A Study in Scarlet, The Sign of Four, The Hound of the Baskervilles and The Valley of Fear. For our second offering this season, we begin with The Sign of Four. In this Part 1 of our four part exploration we dive into the synopsis of the story and extracts five key compliance lessons: (1) Methodical investigation and attention to detail, (2) The importance of clear and open communication, )(3) Understanding human behavior, (4) Vigilance against complacency, and (5) Integrity and ethical fortitude. These lessons underline the timeless relevance of Sherlock Holmes’ methods for modern compliance professionals. Tune in for an engaging blend of classic literature and practical compliance insights. Highlights Include · Deep Dive into 'The Sign of Four' · Key Compliance Lessons from 'The Sign of Four' · Methodical Investigation and Attention to Detail · Clear and Open Communication · Understanding Human Behavior · Vigilance Against Complacency · Integrity and Ethical Fortitude Resources The New Annotated Sherlock Holmes Sherlock Holmes FAQ by Dave Thompson Connect with Tom Fox Instagram Facebook YouTube Twitter LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    20 mins
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