Workplace investigation software that ensures consistency and proves thoroughness
Investigations shouldn't depend on which investigator handles them. Ethico's structured workflows provide category-specific templates, standardized documentation, and remediation tracking that links findings to organizational improvements.
Templates That Ensure Thoroughness
Category-specific templates guide investigators through every required step, ensuring consistent documentation regardless of who handles the case.
Category-Specific Templates
- Sexual harassment (specific documentation requirements)
- Discrimination claims
- Fraud and financial misconduct
- Retaliation risk assessment
- Conflict of interest violations
- Policy violations
Standardized Checklists
- Initial assessment
- Evidence collection
- Witness interviews
- Findings documentation
- Closure requirements
Investigation Timeline
Track every milestone from receipt to remediation. Automated timeline documentation proves thoroughness and appropriate response time.
DOJ-Ready Documentation
Every investigation creates comprehensive documentation that demonstrates thoroughness to regulators, auditors, and legal counsel.
Witness Interview Documentation
- Scheduling and tracking
- Question frameworks by category
- Response documentation
- Credibility assessment
Evidence Management
- Secure upload and storage
- Chain of custody tracking
- Version control
- Categorization by type
Findings Documentation
- Allegations and scope
- Methodology documentation
- Evidence summary
- Conclusions and recommendations
Most Vendors Stop at Case Closure. Ethico Continues.
DOJ evaluates whether compliance programs drive improvement, not just whether cases close. Remediation tracking proves your program creates change.
Corrective Action Plans
- Disciplinary action tracking
- Policy revision requirements
- Training mandates
- Control enhancements
Root Cause Analysis
- Identify systemic issues
- Document control weaknesses
- Track implementation
Accountability Loop
- Assign owners
- Set deadlines
- Track progress
- Verify completion
Why This Matters
DOJ evaluates whether compliance programs drive improvement, not just whether cases close.
Investigation Types Supported
| Type | Template | Special Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Sexual Harassment | Sensitivity protocols | |
| Discrimination | Protected class analysis | |
| Retaliation | Risk assessment framework | |
| Fraud/Financial | Chain of custody | |
| Conflict of Interest | Disclosure cross-reference | |
| Policy Violation | Policy citation |
How Investigation Workflows Work
Structured consistency without rigid inflexibility
| Step | What Happens | Documentation Created |
|---|---|---|
| Case Receipt | Investigation auto-creates from case, category-specific template loads | Investigation record, timeline starts |
| Initial Assessment | Structured assessment questions by category, scope definition | Assessment summary, scope memo |
| Evidence Collection | Upload documents, chain of custody tracking, categorization | Evidence log, custody trail |
| Witness Interviews | Scheduling, question frameworks, response documentation | Interview notes, credibility assessment |
| Analysis | Evidence review against allegations, credibility assessment | Analysis worksheet |
| Findings | Structured findings documentation, outcome determination | Findings report |
| Remediation | Corrective action planning, owner assignment, deadline tracking | CAP document, accountability log |
"Before Ethico, investigation consistency depended on which investigator got the case. Now everyone follows the same structured workflow. Our DOJ evaluation cited our investigation documentation as a program strength."
Implementation Timeline
Investigation workflows operational in 60-90 days
| Phase | Timeline | What Happens |
|---|---|---|
| Discovery | Week 1-2 | Current investigation process mapping, template requirements |
| Template Configuration | Week 2-3 | Category-specific templates, checklists, documentation requirements |
| Workflow Setup | Week 3-4 | Investigation stages, approval gates, remediation tracking |
| Integration | Week 4-5 | Connect to case management intake, HR systems if applicable |
| Training | Week 5-6 | Investigator training (4 hrs), admin training (2 hrs) |
| Go-Live | Week 6-8 | Parallel run, full cutover, hypercare support |
What Happens Next
See Investigation Templates
Demo showing category-specific templates for your most common investigation types.
30 MinutesMap Your Process
Work with our team to configure templates matching your methodology and documentation standards.
Investigator Training
Hands-on training for your investigation team on workflows, templates, and documentation.
4 HoursGo Live
Full investigation management operational with structured workflows and remediation tracking.
60-90 DaysFrequently Asked Questions
Investigations That Prove Program Effectiveness
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Investigation workflow metrics from Ethico customer implementations 2022-2024. Template effectiveness measured through consistency audits and regulatory review outcomes.