AMLS In Action - CDD Electronic vs Manual

AMLS in Action – CDD: Electronic vs Manual
Fortnightly webinar series for Australian law firms
Customer Due Diligence (CDD) will soon become a core obligation for Australian law
firms under Tranche 2. But one of the biggest questions firms are already grappling
with is whether to rely on electronic verification tools, stick with manual processes,
or adopt a hybrid model.
Each approach has strengths and weaknesses—and getting it wrong can create real
compliance gaps, unnecessary costs, or operational bottlenecks.
In this AMLS in Action session, we explore the practical differences between
electronic and manual CDD, and how firms can choose an approach that is
proportionate, reliable, and aligned with AUSTRAC expectations.

What to Expect
5–10 mins: AMLS News Round-Up
Clear updates on Tranche 2 developments, AUSTRAC messaging, and global CDD
trends relevant to the legal sector.

20–30 mins: Main Presentation – CDD: Electronic vs Manual
A structured, practical comparison of both approaches, including:
• What Tranche 2 is likely to require regarding identity verification
• Strengths, limitations, and risks of electronic tools
• What manual CDD looks like in practice—and when it’s appropriate
• How to adopt a risk-based hybrid approach
• Evidence, recordkeeping, and audit expectations
• Cost considerations and operational impact for different firm sizes

20 mins: Ask Me Anything
Your chance to ask about tools, processes, policies, onboarding workflows, or how to
apply a risk-based approach in real matters.

Who should attend
Partners, practice managers, compliance officers, MLROs, onboarding teams, and
anyone responsible for designing or approving the firm’s CDD processes.

Why attend
To understand the practical differences between electronic and manual CDD and gain
clarity on what is right for your firm—balancing compliance, cost, and client
experience.

We kindly request that registrations be made using a work email address. This helps us to ensure the content and discussions are directly relevant to our intended audience and maintains the integrity of the event for genuine delegates.