by Cential Consulting | Mar 12, 2025 | GRC, GRC Implementation, Risk Management
Executive Summary The World Economic Forum has released its Global Risks Report for 2025, providing critical insights for governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) professionals. This comprehensive analysis identifies the most significant threats facing organizations and...
by Cential Consulting | Jan 15, 2025 | Artificial Intelligence, GRC, GRC Implementation, Risk Management
As we close out 2024, it’s clear this has been a transformative year for Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). From the evolution of AI adoption to significant shifts in how organizations approach risk management, let’s examine the key developments that...
by Amber Gerdes | Nov 27, 2023 | Chief Compliance Officers, CMMC, Cyber Security Framework, GRC, GRC Implementation, IRM, Risk Management
We’ve helped several organizations implement GRC processes and tools, and we’ve seen our fair share of successes and failures. Among those who struggle with implementation, they usually make the same mistake. Instead of seeing eGRC software as a tool to bolster...
by Amber Gerdes | Aug 18, 2023 | Chief Compliance Officers, CMMC, GRC, GRC Implementation
In the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, compliance with regulatory standards like the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a top priority for DoD-contracting organizations aiming to safeguard their digital assets and maintain customer trust. As...
by Amber Gerdes | Jun 20, 2023 | Chief Compliance Officers, GRC, GRC Implementation, IRM
Risk management plays a crucial role in organizational success by identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks. However, the effectiveness of risk management programs relies on the integration of various components, such as Third-Party Risk Management...
by Bryan Johnson | May 25, 2023 | Chief Compliance Officers, CMMC, GRC, GRC Implementation
Complying with the CMMC / NIST 800-171 framework can be likened to a heavy chain, where each link represents a specific task or requirement. The unmanageable amount of tasks required for full compliance burdens this chain, making it increasingly difficult to pull....