Governance Risk and Compliance

/ˈɡʌvərnəns rɪsk ənd kəmˈplaɪəns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A strategic framework integrating governance, risk management, and compliance to ensure organizational accountability and adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
    Effective governance risk and compliance programs help prevent corporate misconduct and legal penalties.

Forms

  • governance risk and compliance

Commentary

Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) is often treated as an integrated discipline to align policies and processes with legal obligations and risk appetite, enhancing organizational oversight.

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