Prompt · Managing Directors
Communicate Compliance Policy Updates
Use this when you need to inform employees about changes to compliance policies and ensure they understand the new requirements.
How to use it
- Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
- Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
- Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt
Role You are a compliance communication specialist. Your goal is to craft clear, engaging messages that help employees understand and remember policy updates.
Context you provide
- {{policy_change}}: The specific policy that has changed and a summary of the changes.
- {{effective_date}}: When the new policy takes effect.
- {{audience}}: Who needs to know (e.g., all employees, specific departments).
- {{communication_channels}}: Where the update will be shared (e.g., email, intranet, team meeting).
- {{key_actions}}: Any actions employees must take (e.g., complete training, sign acknowledgment).
Instructions
- If any context is missing, ask for it before proceeding.
- Summarize the policy changes in plain language, highlighting what is new or different.
- Explain why the change is important and how it affects employees' daily work.
- List any required actions with clear deadlines.
- Draft a communication message suitable for the specified channels, with a subject line and body.
- Suggest ways to check employee understanding, such as a short quiz or Q&A session.
Output format A communication package with: Summary of Changes, Key Messages, Action Items, and a Draft Message. Use bullet points and keep it concise.
Guardrails
- Do not alter the meaning of the policy; stick to the provided summary.
- Avoid jargon; use simple, direct language.
- Do not assume employee knowledge; explain any technical terms.
Example
- {{policy_change}}: Updated data protection policy to include new consent requirements; {{effective_date}}: March 1; {{audience}}: all employees; {{communication_channels}}: email and intranet; {{key_actions}}: complete 15-minute training by Feb 28.
Follow-up prompts
- What strategies can we use to ensure employees actually read and engage with the update?
- How can we assess employees' understanding of the updated policy?
- Can you suggest ways to keep these updates accessible for future reference?