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Colleagues discussing NIST 800 171 Checklist

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· Jul 27, 2022

· 7 min read

NIST 800-171 checklist, requirements & controls for a more robust compliance program

By Kezia Farnham

Our NIST 800-171 checklist provides seven actionable steps to enhance your organization's third-party compliance initiatives.

An executive speaking to the board development committee.

Blog

· Jul 22, 2022

· 7 min read

Purpose of the board development committee

By Kezia Farnham

The benefit of having a board development committee is that it has the time to break down the tasks of identifying the education each board member needs.

People using computer to assess how the third-party risk management lifecycle can optimize their risk management program

Blog

· Jul 21, 2022

· 7 min read

How the third-party risk management lifecycle can optimize your risk management program

By Kezia Farnham

Understand all nine stages of the third-party risk management lifecycle to take your third-party risk management strategy to the next level.

Two colleagues discussing trade sanctions

Blog

· Jul 20, 2022

· 5 min read

Trade sanctions are ever-evolving: How can your organization ensure compliance?

By Kezia Farnham

What trade sanctions are, why they are used and how to ensure you comply with trade sanctions.

Windfarm located in a green field

Blog

· Jul 18, 2022

· 6 min read

Forrester TEI report details the savings and benefits of Diligent ESG

By The Diligent team

Diligent recently commissioned Forrester to develop a TEI study analyzing its Diligent ESG solution. We summarize that study here.

Professionals discussing their third-party risk management audit program.

Blog

· Jul 14, 2022

· 5 min read

Why your business needs a third-party risk management audit program

By Kezia Farnham

How can a third-party risk management audit program bolster your approach to third-party risk? Find out here.

A board discussing how non-discrimination testing helps to ensure that there is no discrimination between highly compensated employees (HCEs) and non-highly compensated employees (NHCEs) around 401(k) plans and other in-scope benefits.

Blog

· Jul 14, 2022

· 7 min read

Non-discrimination testing: What is it and what do you need to know?

By Kezia Farnham

What is non-discrimination testing? A guide to understanding and carrying out IRS non-discrimination testing for compliance with IRS requirements.

Image of people discussing SOX penalties

Blog

· Jul 12, 2022

· 4 min read

SOX penalties: What they are, how to avoid them & who is protected

By Kezia Farnham

Learn more about SOX penalties and how building a strong culture of compliance can help your organization avoid them.

security questions consider when buying audit software

Blog

· Jul 7, 2022

· 8 min read

33 key security questions you should consider when buying audit software

By Jill Holtz

In this article, we explore the essential security considerations that public sector organizations should bear in mind when selecting audit software. These questions go beyond the basic functionality and features of the software, focusing specifically on the robustness of its security measures.

succession planning community college

Blog

· Jul 7, 2022

· 7 min read

Succession planning 101 for community college boards

By Kathleen Vail

Why is board succession planning so important? Key reasons include sustaining the mission and implementation of plans, ensuring stability and increasing diversity. Succession planning helps colleges maintain a competitive edge.

People discuss how much time and money they saved using Diligent Entities

Blog

· Jun 30, 2022

· 6 min read

Forrester study highlights cost and time savings of Diligent entity management tools

By The Diligent team

Diligent recently commissioned Forrester to develop a TEI study analyzing its Diligent Entities solution. We summarize that study here.

People discussing third-party risk management

Blog

· Jun 26, 2022

· 6 min read

Third-party risk management metrics: Best practices to enhance your TPRM program

By Kezia Farnham

Everything you need to know about choosing the right third-party risk management metrics for your organization.

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