SpeakUp mentioned as whistleblowing platform provider Nestlé

Swiss news outlet SWI swissinfo.ch recently reported on the role whistleblowing played in a major leadership change at Nestlé. According to the article, the departure of Nestlé’s former CEO was linked to reports made through the company’s whistleblowing platform, which provided a secure channel for employees to raise concerns.

The case underscores how critical trusted reporting systems have become in today’s corporate environment. Regulators, boards, and employees increasingly expect organizations to maintain transparent, confidential processes for surfacing risks before they escalate into public scandals or regulatory failures.

SpeakUp was mentioned in the article as the hotline provider for Nestlé. For more than 20 years, SpeakUp has supported global enterprises with multi-channel, anonymous reporting and structured case management. Companies like Nestlé, BMW, Randstad, and Electrolux rely on SpeakUp to ensure employees can report misconduct safely while compliance teams manage investigations efficiently.

The Nestlé story is a reminder that compliance leaders cannot treat whistleblowing programs as “check-the-box” exercises. An effective hotline isn’t just about avoiding fines or meeting legal requirements — it’s about protecting corporate integrity and ensuring leadership has early visibility into issues that could affect reputation, governance, and long-term trust.

Read the full article here: Workplace whistleblowing platform led to dismissal of Nestlé CEO – swissinfo.ch

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