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The Evolving Role of Internal Audit in Operational Resilience

In January 2024, the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) unveiled its revised Global Internal Audit Standards, reflecting the global regulatory focus on operational resilience. At the core of these updated guidelines? A strong emphasis on leveraging technology to improve internal audits and operational risk management practices. Embracing a tech-enabled approach well means doing three things: it’s about an organization’s overall responsiveness, agility, and effectiveness in ...

By |2025-12-10T17:12:14+00:00November 9th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

3 Ways Your Code of Conduct Can Secure Stakeholder Buy-In 

Crafting a Code of Conduct that effectively balances compliance requirements, company culture, and stakeholder engagement is a complex endeavor. Many companies struggle to create a code that employees can make sense of and feel connected to while also ensuring it addresses industry regulatory requirements.   What's Next? To get to the bottom of these types of challenges, SAI360’s recent CustomerConnect webinar featured compliance expert Paula Davis, ...

By |2025-04-28T02:53:40+00:00November 7th, 2024|Code of Conduct, Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Essential Questions for Your GRC RFP

When seeking a Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software solution, crafting a detailed Request for Proposal (RFP) is crucial for making an informed decision.   Here are some essential questions to include in your RFP to ensure you select the best vendor for your organization’s needs.  Vendor Experience and Credibility  Can you provide examples of previous GRC implementations, particularly in our industry?  What qualifications and experience ...

By |2025-04-28T02:50:50+00:00November 4th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Six Months Out: Cybersecurity Expert Robert Bond’s Predictions on Generative AI Regulations and Risks

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance, regulatory frameworks are evolving in the blink of an eye across the globe. Both Europe and Canada, for example, are arguably at the forefront of shaping AI governance, each focusing on addressing AI's greatest ethical risks. For example, consider the EU AI Act, which is set to roll out fully in the coming months. This is designed to foster trust ...

By |2025-04-28T02:58:13+00:00October 22nd, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC, IT Risk & Cybersecurity|

Artificial Intelligence Poses Major Business Risks. Here’s How to Safeguard Your Tomorrow. 

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide. It's transforming rapidly, and even sweeping day-to-day media headlines. For instance, Tesla recently introduced its humanoid robot, Optimus, with Kim Kardashian's promotion of it on her social media channels helping make Optimus more of a global household name. Meanwhile, SpaceX launched India’s GSAT-N2 satellite, set to revolutionize broadband and in-flight connectivity across the region. SpaceX now has rockets ...

By |2025-08-29T18:12:45+00:00October 22nd, 2024|Data Privacy & Protection, Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

How to Navigate Political Conversations at Work 

With the November elections just around the corner in the U.S., the potential for political conversations in the workplace has never been higher. These discussions can create tension among colleagues. According to Resume Help, half of employees surveyed believe political conversations harm the workplace environment. What’s the Best Course of Action to Ensure a Safe Space at Work is Maintained?   While it’s natural for some ...

By |2025-07-15T16:39:44+00:00October 21st, 2024|Ethics & Compliance Learning|

Why Vendor Risk Management Is Essential for a Stable Global Supply Chain

In October of 2024, a major supply chain strike across key U.S. transportation hubs caused significant delays in the delivery of essential goods. This three-day strike for higher employment wages rippled across the world. Why? It caused massive supply chain disruption, at scale.   Without the ability to trade goods, business-as-usual became business-as-unusual. In the U.S., ports from New York to Miami to Houston came to ...

By |2025-05-09T16:52:33+00:00October 14th, 2024|Business Resilience, Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

What is Psychosocial Safety and How Can it Transform the Workplace?

In the modern work world, employees' mental and emotional well-being is just as important as their physical health. Psychosocial risks—factors in the work environment that can lead to stress, anxiety, and burnout—are increasingly being recognized as critical challenges for employers. To address these risks, fostering psychological safety is essential. This means creating a work environment where employees feel comfortable expressing themselves without fear of negative ...

By |2025-04-28T02:53:17+00:00October 14th, 2024|Ethics & Compliance Learning|

What is GRC Integration and What are the Organizational Benefits?

What is GRC integration? This term refers to unifying the "G", "R", and "C" (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) core business processes into a single framework. Streamlining in this way allows companies to manage risks, ensure compliance, and govern their operations more efficiently. By breaking down silos and creating a streamlined approach, GRC integration improves visibility and helps organizations make better, data-driven decisions about risk. There's ...

By |2025-06-05T16:59:25+00:00October 10th, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|

Orchestrating Success: Why a 360° View of GRC Processes is the New Business Imperative

Imagine an orchestra. One where each section plays its own melody, without listening to anything else. The result? A lack of harmony. This is exactly how many organizations approach their Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance (GRC) processes. With a lack of harmony. When GRC process control activities operate in silos, the business can only address risks in isolation. This leads to critical gaps and missed ...

By |2025-04-28T02:55:14+00:00October 1st, 2024|Governance, Risk & Compliance: GRC|