The Sign of Four - Applying Sherlock Holmes’ Methods to Modern Corporate Compliance

09/06/2025 14 min Temporada 6 Episodio 6
The Sign of Four - Applying Sherlock Holmes’ Methods to Modern Corporate Compliance

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Episode Synopsis

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

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