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Compliance as Strategy: A Law and Management Approach to Corporate Accountability and Sustainable Growth

Jul 2026 · International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology · Vol 16 · 0 citations

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In an era marked by intensifying regulatory scrutiny and stakeholder activism, corporate compliance is no longer a peripheral legal obligation but a core strategic function. This study examines how organizations can transform compliance from a cost center into a value-creating mechanism that enhances corporate accountability and drives sustainable growth. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives from corporate law and strategic management, the paper develops a conceptual framework linking legal compliance, governance quality, risk management, and organizational performance. The research adopts a doctrinal–analytical methodology, synthesizing statutory provisions, governance codes, and contemporary management theories. It integrates agency theory, stakeholder theory, and risk-based compliance models to explain how robust compliance systems reduce legal uncertainty, mitigate regulatory risk, and strengthen stakeholder trust. The study also explores the role of board oversight, compliance culture, and digital governance tools in embedding compliance within strategic decision-making. Findings suggest that firms that internalize compliance as a strategic capability achieve superior outcomes in terms of risk mitigation, reputational capital, and long-term sustainability. Conversely, reactive or minimalist compliance approaches increase exposure to legal sanctions and erode organizational legitimacy. The paper highlights emerging trends such as ESG-linked compliance, data protection regimes, and technology-enabled monitoring, which are reshaping the compliance landscape. The study concludes that integrating legal compliance into corporate strategy is essential for achieving resilient and responsible business performance. It recommends policy and managerial interventions to strengthen compliance governance and align legal frameworks with sustainable development goals.

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