Compliance Standards

Our Commitment

TCE maintains rigorous compliance standards across every engagement. We understand that our clients operate in regulated environments where the integrity of research is non-negotiable. Every expert interaction is designed to be audit-ready from the start.

Expert Screening

Every expert undergoes a multi-step screening process before any client engagement:

• Identity verification and professional background confirmation
• Conflict of interest screening against the specific engagement
• Material non-public information (MNPI) assessment
• Review of contractual obligations (NDAs, non-competes, employment restrictions)
• Compliance briefing before every engagement, covering what is and is not discussable

Engagement Protocols

Every TCE engagement follows documented protocols designed to protect both clients and experts:

• Clear scope definition before any expert interaction
• Written compliance acknowledgment from all participants
• Documented audit trail for every engagement
• Confidentiality protections for all parties

Discretion

We understand that many of our engagements involve sensitive research. Client identities, research topics, and engagement details are treated as confidential. Expert identities are never disclosed without explicit consent. Sensitive inquiries stay that way.

Questions

If you have questions about our compliance standards or need to discuss specific requirements for your organization, contact us at info@usatce.com. We are happy to walk you through our protocols.