The AML Metrics Cheat Sheet

A strategic and practical guide to tracking KPIs in AML compliance

Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) in AML often feels like a case of “no news is good news”—if nothing goes wrong, it’s assumed that everything is working well.

However, effective AML management can go beyond just avoiding issues. By tracking these statistics, management can get a holistic view of the compliance function, ensuring risks are controlled and identifying areas for improvement.

Not all companies will track everything listed here – but it’s a useful starting point to consider how you can track the success and efficiency of your compliance team.