Governance & Compliance

Selecting and Implementing GRC Software

Governance, risk and compliance software can streamline risk registers, controls testing, policies and audits, but implementations often disappoint. This course covers defining GRC requirements, market options, vendor selection, data and process design, implementation planning, user adoption and measuring benefits.

5 days Classroom or live online English

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Why attend

From knowledge to real-world impact.

Buying a GRC platform before fixing processes rarely works. You will learn to choose and implement software that supports your GRC programme.

Workplace challenges

Professional Problems This Course Is Designed to Solve

The programme explores practical approaches to the following challenges. Results depend on how the learning is applied in your organisation.

Difficulty translating subject knowledge into practical workplace decisions.
Inconsistent approaches to the activities covered in the course outline.
Lack of a structured plan for applying and reviewing new skills.

Course methodology

How you will learn.

Requirements workshops, vendor scoring exercises, case studies and implementation planning.

Course objectives

What you'll take away.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Assess GRC process maturity before buying
Define functional and technical requirements
Compare GRC software options
Run a structured vendor selection
Plan implementation and data migration
Drive adoption and measure benefits

Target audience

Who should attend.

This course is suitable for:

Risk and compliance managers
Internal audit leaders
IT project managers
GRC administrators
Governance professionals

Target competencies

Capabilities you will build.

Participants will develop competencies in:

Requirements definition
Vendor evaluation
Process design
Implementation planning
Adoption

Course outline

Your learning journey.

A focused, practical outline with time to explore, apply and reflect.

Day 1GRC Technology

09:00–10:08GRC components
10:08–11:00Market overview
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Market overview (continued)
11:45–12:53Maturity
12:53–14:00Exercise

Day 2Requirements

09:00–10:08Process mapping
10:08–11:00Use cases
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Use cases (continued)
11:45–12:53Integration
12:53–14:00Workshop

Day 3Selection

09:00–10:08Vendor shortlisting
10:08–11:00Demonstrations
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Demonstrations (continued)
11:45–12:53Scoring
12:53–14:00Simulation

Day 4Implementation

09:00–10:08Phasing
10:08–11:00Data migration
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Data migration (continued)
11:45–12:53Configuration
12:53–14:00Case study

Day 5Adoption and Value

09:00–10:08Training
10:08–11:00Reporting
11:00–11:30Coffee break
11:30–11:45Reporting (continued)
11:45–12:53Benefits
12:53–14:00Action plan

The timings provided are estimates and may vary depending on the number of participants and the discussions taking place during the sessions. They are indicative only and do not constitute a binding commitment.

Dates & venues

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Confirmed dates accept registration requests. Tentative dates are enquiry only.

Good to know

A few things to know.

How is the course delivered?

Our classroom programmes combine facilitated discussion, case studies, exercises and reflection. The precise format will be confirmed before enrolment.

Can you deliver this programme for our team?

Yes, you can enquire about a tailored programme. Share your goals, group size and preferred dates with our learning team.

Will I receive a certificate?

Participants who complete the programme receive a Smart Horizon UK certificate of attendance. Smart Horizon UK programmes are not externally accredited and do not award a professional qualification, licence or designation. Where a course title or outline refers to a professional certification (for example, AACE International's Certified Cost Professional), the programme supports learning and preparation only; the credential itself is awarded solely by the relevant professional body under its own application and examination requirements.

What should I confirm before booking travel?

Please confirm the session, exact venue, accessibility arrangements, fees and any visa requirements with the team before arranging travel. Tentative dates are not confirmed sessions.

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