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Compliance Request Examples

Compliance requests often reach SMEs unexpectedly: a large customer asks for ESG data, a bank asks for risk information, an export deal needs product evidence or an AI service must be documented.
Typical compliance requests for SMEs from banks, large customers, supply chains and export partners

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These examples show typical requirements SMEs may receive. Useful preparation always depends on industry, market, customers, products and the concrete compliance topic.

1. A bank asks for ESG or risk data

Typical requirements:

  • company data and ownership structure
  • turnover, employees and business areas
  • ESG information
  • risk management and internal responsibilities
  • privacy and compliance basics

2. A large customer asks for supplier information

Typical requirements:

  • supplier and origin information
  • environmental and energy data
  • working conditions and social standards
  • certifications and policies
  • product or material evidence

3. AML-related request

Depending on the business relationship, information about money-laundering risks, beneficial owners, transactions or customer groups may become relevant.

4. AI Act for AI offers

If an SME offers AI services or uses AI in customer solutions, questions about transparency, responsibilities, data, risks and documentation may arise.

5. REACH, product safety and export

For products, materials, substances, components or export, evidence on safety, origin, suppliers and regulatory requirements may be needed.

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