Business Risk & Corporate Ethics

For many CISOs, the hardest part of the job can be the business conversation that happens long before anything goes wrong. Learn the language of the boardroom to win over executive decision makers and justify security spending.

If Excel were enough for risk management, the GRC industry wouldn’t exist. Here’s why relying on spreadsheets and generic SaaS tools can actually increase risk, and how centralization restores control.

A simple camping trip turned into a crash course in risk management when my sister nearly violated bear safety regulations—risking a $1,000 fine. From compliance mistakes in the wilderness to costly business missteps, this story highlights why understanding and mitigating risks is essential in any environment.

Choosing the right third-party vendors is a lot like picking a reliable climbing partner—technical skills matter, but alignment in risk mindset is just as crucial. Learn how a harrowing descent from a multi-pitch climb revealed key lessons in risk management, trust, and the value of security certifications.

Risk scoring methodologies vary widely, but understanding how to prioritize risks is key to managing them effectively. In this post, we take a deep dive into the OWASP Risk Rating Methodology, clarifying how it’s calculated in SimpleRisk and addressing common misconceptions.

SimpleRisk stands against hate in all forms. Learn why we joined the #StopHateforProfit campaign and halted all advertising on Facebook to support a more responsible and inclusive digital platform.

Explaining risk management to someone new to the concept can be a challenge, but it’s a skill we use daily without realizing it. Learn how a conversation about home security turned into a practical analogy for understanding risks and how SimpleRisk helps prioritize and address them.

Curious about how SimpleRisk simplifies internal and third-party risk assessments? Check out this quick 1-minute animated video showcasing our key capabilities in action!

At SimpleRisk, we believe in transparent pricing and cutting out the games vendors play with discounts. Our goal is to provide affordable, straightforward risk management solutions so you can focus on what matters—managing your risks, not negotiating prices.

Feeling overwhelmed by security vulnerabilities that seem beyond your control? Learn how implementing a formal risk management program can help you communicate more effectively with management and shift the focus to actionable risk mitigation strategies.