INDUSTRY: MEDIA & ADVERTISING
Key Challenges
- Control mapping challenges
- Framework Visibility Absent
- Evidence and Compliance Struggle
The Solution
- Implementing a compliance framework
- Step-by-step plan development
- Setting up mechanism for regular reviews
Business Benefit
- Proactive compliance measures
- Strengthen internal controls
- Foster compliance culture
Problem Statement
One of our large media clients in the US faced substantial challenges with regulatory control tracking and had significant process gaps in assessing compliance with the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). The absence of a systematic approach in managing compliance with regulatory obligations left them vulnerable to legal risks.
Key Challenges
Control Mapping Deficiencies:
- Client faced challenges with control mapping, lacking a clear understanding of how their controls aligned with industry standards and regulations.
- Absence of a comprehensive mapping framework resulted in a lack of visibility into control effectiveness and readiness for final audits.
Limited Evidentiary Support:
- Client was struggling to provide concrete evidence of control effectiveness, hindering their ability to demonstrate compliance during regulatory audits.
- Insufficient documentation and evidentiary support led to uncertainty about the robustness of their control environment
THE SOLUTION
Internal System Evaluation:
- Initiated comprehensive discussions with key team members to understand the intricacies of the current framework.
- Through these talks, we gained valuable insights into areas that required enhancement and where alignment with industry standards fell short.
Client Collaboration for Gap Resolution:
- Engaged in extensive conversations with our clients to precisely identify gaps within our control mapping.
- Fostered a collaborative approach with our team to develop detailed, step-by-step plans for addressing these identified gaps effectively.
Integrated Solutions Development:
- Merged insights obtained from both internal and client discussions to gain a holistic understanding.
- Leveraging this thorough comprehension, we constructed a robust framework and initiated a systematic review process. This approach facilitated the formulation of practical, targeted solutions, reinforcing our control mapping and ensuring a state of constant compliance readiness.
Business Benefits
- Ensure adherence to industry-specific regulations by proactively identifying and rectifying non-compliance issues before regulatory audits.
- Streamline the audit process by addressing potential weaknesses in internal controls, enhancing overall efficiency and preparedness.
- Mitigate risk of penalties associated with non-compliance through proactive identification and resolution of issues.
- Build a robust culture of regulatory awareness within the organization, emphasizing the importance of compliance with industry standards.
- Foster a sense of accountability among employees, ensuring a collective commitment to meeting and exceeding regulatory requirements.
- Demonstrate a proactive stance towards regulatory compliance, establishing a strong foundation for a secure and compliant operational environment.
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