Bribery and corruption issues around the globe continue to challenge even the most robust compliance organizations. Across jurisdictions, sectors and functions, individuals are feeling increased and direct pressure.

Some individuals respond to this pressure by taking short cuts, acting unethically or even illegally. Businesses manage this risk in many ways, but we have observed common features among those who manage it most effectively.

The survey asked over 3,000 board members, executives, managers and their teams across 36 countries about the nature of this pressure.

EY 2013