When a whistleblowing complaint is submitted, the following steps should be typically taken to address the reported issue: Receipt of the complaint. Within 7 days whistleblowers should receive a confirmation that their report was received; Review and assessment to determine its validity and relevance; Investigation. Within 3 months the investigation team should solve the case and provide feedback to the whistleblowers. If a case requires more time due to its complexity, the investigation time may be extended.