Risk management in business isn't about avoiding danger, it's about understanding and preparing for it. Just like a climber with the right gear, successful companies assess, train, and plan to face the unpredictable terrain ahead.
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GRC in the Wild: When Over-Preparation Becomes the Real Risk
Being prepared is crucial—but is there such a thing as being too prepared? My Big Bend backpacking misadventure taught me a valuable lesson about risk management, one that applies just as much to GRC as it does to the wilderness.
How to Integrate HITRUST CSF and the Secure Controls Framework in Your GRC Strategy
Struggling to align multiple compliance frameworks in your GRC program? Learn how to integrate HITRUST CSF and the Secure Controls Framework in SimpleRisk to streamline compliance, enhance security, and leverage AI for a more efficient risk management strategy.
From Audit Fatigue to Efficiency: How SimpleRisk Empowers Auditors
Tired of audit fatigue and juggling multiple frameworks? Discover how SimpleRisk streamlines compliance by integrating the Secure Controls Framework (SCF) and centralizing audit activities, making it the ultimate tool for auditors seeking efficiency and precision.
Using Artificial Intelligence with FAIR to Enhance Precision and Scalability
Discover how combining the FAIR methodology with artificial intelligence revolutionizes risk management by providing precise, scalable, and data-driven insights. Learn how this powerful synergy enhances decision-making, optimizes resource allocation, and transforms how organizations approach risk quantification.
The River Crisis That Taught Me to Always Have a Plan B
When our outboard motor failed in the middle of the Trinity River, leaving us adrift in a strong current, a cascade of unexpected challenges tested every backup plan we had. This story of quick thinking, layered preparedness, and lessons learned is a perfect metaphor for mastering risk management in life and business.
From Spreadsheets to Simplicity: Annual Policy Attestation Made Easy with SimpleRisk
Struggling with ISO 27001 policy attestation and security awareness? Discover how a late-night epiphany turned SimpleRisk’s Assessment Extra into a seamless, auditable solution that even impressed our ISO auditor—no extra logins or fuss required!
Metrics That Matter: Proving Cybersecurity Value Beyond Risk Reduction
How do you prove the value of your cybersecurity investments to the business? By shifting the focus from risk reduction to cybersecurity maturity, this post explores how to measure and communicate meaningful progress in building a stronger, more resilient organization.
I Got Electrocuted on Thanksgiving - A Lesson in Poor Risk Management
A Thanksgiving mishap left me in the ER after a shocking encounter with some live wires—literally. This personal story of risk acceptance gone wrong is a reminder of why assessing and managing risks, both at home and in InfoSec, is so critical.
