Benchmark Breakdown: Drata & A-LIGN Compliance Crossover

Unlocking Compliance Trends with AI and GRC Strategies

Staying ahead in the evolving security landscape is no small task, but strategies like building trust, proactive compliance, and leveraging AI are proving to be game-changers in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). In this webinar, the CISOs of A-LIGN, Drata, and SafeBase break down the challenges faced by GRC professionals and discuss actionable solutions.

Building trust and enhancing security strategies

Trust is at the core of effective security strategies. The key takeaway? Shift from reactive measures to proactive frameworks. Security teams are encouraged to embed trust-building processes into their strategies by adopting automation, collaborating with sales teams to align goals, and focusing on frameworks that cater to customer needs.

Shift to trust-centric compliance

Compliance is evolving into a trust-centric model. This means prioritizing transparency, continuous monitoring, and proactive choices. Organizations are encouraged to start small by automating routine processes and using AI to streamline workflows, such as compliance monitoring and auditing. This proactive approach reduces lag time and ensures alignment with industry frameworks.

Proactive solutions for GRC challenges

Tackling growth and multiple audits demands moving beyond reactive processes. Control mapping and consolidating audit teams are key solutions for efficiently managing compliance standards. Additionally, aligning compliance processes with customer expectations ensures a better overall strategy. AI compliance, however, remains an emerging challenge. Currently, only 10% of companies are fully prepared for AI-focused compliance needs, which highlights a glaring opportunity to get ahead of the curve.

The role of AI in GRC

AI is proving to be a transformative tool in GRC. With its ability to automate repetitive tasks like questionnaire completion, policy reviews, and risk assessments, AI reduces the manual burden on teams while improving accuracy. Gap assessments, control narratives, and automated conflict resolution through cross-referencing were spotlighted as powerful AI applications.

ISO 42001 was identified as a comprehensive framework for navigating AI compliance, and the numbers confirm its importance. A significant 76% of enterprises plan to pursue AI compliance within the next two years.

Automation for efficiency

Automation is a growing necessity in GRC, handling tasks like compliance reporting, security questionnaire responses, and control monitoring. Combined with human oversight, automation ensures accuracy while reducing operational friction.