A compliance program is a set of internal policies and procedures within a company to comply with laws, rules, and regulations or to uphold the business’ reputation. Where requirements of a regulatory authority do not apply, a compliance program within an organization addresses conduct of employees to abide by internal policies (e.g. spending corporate funds or keeping confidentiality) and, more importantly, to maintain the firm’s reputation among its customers, suppliers, employees, and even the community where the business is located.