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The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is radically transforming the landscape of non-financial reporting in Europe, imposing stricter third-party governance in terms of sustainability. As part of the European Green Deal, this directive is a key pillar of the EU’s strategy to channel financial flows toward a more sustainable economy. Although its rollout is currently […]

In an increasingly demanding economic environment, companies are turning to pooled due diligence processes to optimize third-party governance and strengthen their operational resilience. This collaborative approach involves sharing the efforts and resources related to third-party partner assessments, particularly critical suppliers. By centralizing these tasks, organizations—both within the same group and even among competitors—can increase efficiency […]

Digital transformation is profoundly redefining the way organizations manage their relationships with third-party partners. In this rapidly evolving context, third-party governance is taking on a crucial strategic role, moving from simple document collection to collaborative compliance assessment. This shift is part of a broader movement toward Third Party Governance and Risk & Compliance (TPGRC), which […]

Third-party governance has become a major strategic issue in an economic context marked by the growing interdependence between companies and their external partners. According to Gartner, 45% of cyberattacks in 2025 will originate from third parties, highlighting the urgency of a structured evaluation approach. Operational resilience against these threats now requires a shift from simple […]

Integrating environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into the evaluation of third-party partners has become essential for companies seeking to strengthen their operational resilience and promote sustainable development. These criteria make it possible to analyze not only economic performance but also the environmental and social impact of business relationships. According to a recent McKinsey study, […]

In today’s business environment, where relationships with external partners are strategic, third-party governance has become an essential priority. Third-party risk mapping is a critical tool for identifying, structuring, and prioritizingfactors that may impact the organization. According to a recent Gartner study, over 60% of organizations have now implemented a centralized or federated model for managing third-party risks, […]

In our previous article, we explored the fundamentals of dynamic risk scoring and its essential role in evolving third-party governance practices. This innovative approach, leveraging real-time data and sophisticated analytical models, is profoundly transforming the way organizations assess their third-party partners. As European regulatory requirements tighten with DORA, NIS 2, and the convergence of CSRD/Duty of Vigilance, organizations must […]

Dynamic risk scoring has become an essential tool for organizations seeking to optimize their third-party governancestrategies. With increasingly complex partnerships and growing regulatory requirements in Europe—particularly DORA and NIS 2—it is crucial to understand how this methodology transforms collaborative assessment of third-party partners. According to data reported by Sprinto, 58% of compliance teams identify assessing third-party responsiveness as their main challenge […]

In an environment where interactions with third-party partners play a crucial role in the functioning of public organizations, proactive risk management for these relationships has become a strategic priority. Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) is now an essential approach to ensure regulatory compliance, reduce financial risks, and prevent cyber threats. With more than 430,000 third parties managed worldwide, Aprovall has established […]

In a context where supply chains and external partnerships are becoming increasingly complex, third-party governancehas emerged as a strategic priority for companies. According to a recent study, the global third-party risk management market is expected to reach USD 18.7 billion by 2030, driven by growing regulatory demands and increased reliance on external suppliers. A third-party risk dashboard is a central […]