Legislative Decree 231/01 Compliance

Not just a formality. A matter of governance.

Liability for offences committed by directors, senior management and employees is, in terms of penalties, the area of greatest concern for companies. Compliance with Legislative Decree 231/2001 is not merely a formal obligation. The consultancy services offered by Michelle Consulting are designed for entrepreneurs and management seeking to transform compliance into an organisational lever and a competitive advantage. It is an opportunity to strengthen the corporate structure, clarify decision-making processes and establish an internal control system consistent with corporate strategy.

Areas of expertise

Value for the company

A strategically designed compliance framework established in accordance with Legislative Decree 231/01:
  • reduces the risk of penalties
  • bolsters governance and renders decision-making processes more transparent
  • increases reliability towards stakeholders, investors and partners
  • improves control of operational risks
  • strengthens internal processes
  • creates an organisational asset that can be defended during inspections or legal proceedings
  • strengthens the culture of accountability
  • protects and grows the business

Operational aspects

The 2 key elements

Organisational Model

The company can and must protect itself, first and foremost, by adopting an Organisational, Management and Control Model. The 231 Model is, in fact, the tool that enables the prevention of legal risks and sanctions, thereby safeguarding the company. If tailor-made, it becomes a strategic safeguard for corporate governance and business growth. Michelle Consulting does not work with standardised models but creates a system built upon the identity and structure of the organisation, its decision-making processes and its risk culture.

Supervisory Body

The 231 compliance framework is then completed with the appointment of a Supervisory Body (Organismo di Vigilanza), an independent and autonomous body tasked with overseeing the functioning, effectiveness and compliance with the Organisational Model adopted by the company. The main activities of the Supervisory Body include, by way of example: monitoring the effective application of the Model, verifying the adequacy of the Model in relation to the organisational structure and business activities, proposing updates to the Model in the event of regulatory or organisational changes, and collecting and analysing reports relating to possible breaches of the Model or the Code of Ethics, as well as providing periodic reporting to the relevant corporate bodies. The professionals at Michelle Consulting hold positions as members of the Supervisory Body of companies operating in various sectors.

All activities are carried out by Michelle Consulting using a bespoke approach.

No templates, but personalised documentary records.

The vision is long-term. We do not merely intervene during the risk analysis phase and drafting of documentation, but guide the businesses through the evolution of the system, adapting it to growth, extraordinary operations and regulatory changes.
The process is tailored to the company’s size, complexity and operational sector.
Furthermore, in order to offer a comprehensive and integrated service, Michelle Consulting draws on the collaboration of a selective network of highly qualified professionals in complementary disciplines covering different but closely related areas, enabling a comprehensive and consistent assessment across all relevant aspects.
Access to the consultancy service is by appointment, subject to a preliminary assessment, to ensure a personalised, dedicated and highly strategic service.

Areas of expertise

Compliance with Legislative Decree 231/01
Board advisory
We assist directors and executives in managing their responsibilities under Legislative Decree 231/01 guaranteeing confidentiality. We provide strategic guidance on sensitive decisions, strengthening personal protection and ensuring effective and compliant governance.
Risk assessment
Through interviews, document analysis and mapping of sensitive activities we identify points of risk exposure, assess the adequacy of existing controls and define any mitigation measures.
Drafting and updating of Models pursuant to Legislative Decree 231/01
We design tailor-made Organisation, Management and Control Models, integrated into business processes and genuinely applicable. From the analysis phase to the formalisation of protocols, we develop robust solutions consistent with the organisation’s governance, moving beyond purely formal approaches.
Drafting of Code of Ethics and procedures
We draft Codes of Ethics that express the company’s identity, values and vision, transforming them into clear and authoritative operational principles. A strategic guidance tool that strengthens reputation, accountability and a culture of integrity.
Supervisory Body
Michelle Consulting’s professionals take on roles as members of the Supervisory Body, carrying out their duties with independence, methodological rigour and operational continuity. We support the organisation in monitoring the 231 Model, offering qualified and discreet oversight to safeguard governance and senior management.
Training
We design exclusive training programmes in accordance with Legislative Decree 231/01, aimed at senior executives, management and employees, featuring targeted content and an operational approach. The training becomes a lever for governance: a tool to consolidate awareness, accountability and a culture of compliance at the highest levels.