Regulatory, ethics & conduct compliance · Core

Remediation

Also called: corrective remediation

ELI5

Action to correct a breach, harm or control weakness and reduce recurrence.

Used in conversation

“Counsel wants remediation clarified before anyone signs.”

Pitch context

You will see “Remediation” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches regulatory, ethics & conduct compliance.

Why it matters: In regulatory, ethics & conduct compliance, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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