External Controls
Definitions
- (n.) Measures or mechanisms imposed by an external authority to regulate, oversee, or limit actions, often to ensure compliance with legal or regulatory standards.
The company implemented external controls to comply with environmental laws.
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Commentary
External controls commonly refer to legal or regulatory measures applied by outside entities rather than internal governance mechanisms.
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