The attached Corporate Governance Compliance Questionnaire was designed to help organizations evaluate and enhance corporate governance practices. The two samples included in this questionnaire are structured to address critical areas of corporate governance, including compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley Act requirements, strategies for balancing operational demands with governance obligations, and assessment of board performance. They also include provisions for understanding unique compliance risks inherent in the organization's business model. These samples aid in assessing both board members' and management's understanding and effective execution of their roles. By using this tool, organizations can anticipate a more streamlined auditing process and a deeper insight into the company's commitment to ethical behavior and quality reporting.

Sample questions include: 

• Do you have a full understanding of the governance requirements, including their implications for management? 
• Are you communicating regularly on multiple fronts, both internally and externally, to reinforce the company’s emphasis on quality reporting and responsible and ethical behavior? 
• Are you confident that your culture supports responsible and ethical behavior? How do you know? 
• Do you have an internal audit department?