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SAS Governance, Risk and Compliance from SAS

Helps manage regulatory compliance with integrated risk management and regulatory reporting capabilities; provides real-time analytics and automation for compliance processes.

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Multi-Jurisdiction Support Supports tracking of compliance requirements across multiple countries, states, and regions.		SAS GRC advertises support for compliance across multiple regulatory environments on its product page. Multi-jurisdiction support is a key selling point.
Regulatory Database Breadth Number of jurisdictions and regulatory authorities covered.		No information available
Automated Regulatory Updates Automated ingestion and updating of new or modified regulations.		The SAS GRC Automation features mention continuous monitoring and automatic ingestion of regulatory data.
Historical Version Tracking Ability to review and revert to previous regulation versions.		No information available
Rule Mapping to Product Features Links regulatory requirements directly to insurance product features.		SAS GRC describes mapping of regulatory requirements directly to business and process controls, which aligns with rule mapping to product features.
Taxonomy Customization Administrator-adjustable regulatory taxonomy and tagging.		No information available
Cross-Border Regulation Comparison View and compare regulations across different jurisdictions.		SAS materials indicate cross-jurisdictional analytics and benchmarking, which maps to cross-border regulation comparison.
Regulation Impact Assessment System assesses the impact of regulatory changes on product design.		SAS touts impact assessment capabilities for regulatory changes affecting compliance or risk.
Regulation Applicability Filter Ability to filter relevant regulations by product type, line of business, and market segment.		SAS enables users to filter regulatory obligations by business unit or product segment according to public documentation.
Search and Retrieval Speed Average time to search and retrieve regulatory content.		No information available
Industry Standard Classification Support Supports NAIC, EIOPA, IAIS, and other insurance standard classifications.		No information available
Custom Regulatory Inclusion Users can add and map custom or ad hoc regulations.		SAS GRC supports manual input and customization of rules and regulatory data, suggesting capability for custom regulatory inclusion.
Consent and Privacy Regulation Triggering Tracks GDPR, CCPA, and similar data privacy regulations for insurance products.		SAS GRC supports GDPR/CCPA tracking and privacy controls for regulated industries.
Foreign Language Support Supports regulations in multiple languages.		No information available
Sector-Specific Rule Sets Includes dedicated rulesets for life, health, P&C, specialty, reinsurance, etc.		Sector-specific frameworks (e.g., insurance, finance) are supported and differentiated in SAS GRC documentation.

Document Version Control Provides version history and audit trails for all filing documents.		No information available
Template Library Centralized library of regulator-approved filing templates and checklists.		No information available
Document Generation Automation Auto-generates compliant documents based on product and jurisdiction inputs.		SAS GRC automates report/document generation for compliance purposes per product description.
Real-Time Document Validation Checks filings for omissions, errors, or non-compliance before submission.		SAS advertises pre-submission validation and review automation as part of compliance documentation management.
E-filing Integration Enables electronic submission to regulator portals.		No information available
Filing Status Tracking Tracks the status and approval progress of each regulatory filing.		No information available
Collaborative Document Editing Multiple users can collaboratively edit documentation in real-time.		Collaborative compliance workflows and multi-user access are described, suggesting real-time editing/collaboration support.
Legal Review Workflow Workflow support for legal/actuarial approval of filings.		Documents workflow steps for legal/regulatory review in SAS GRC UI.
Change Impact Reporting Reports on changes between document versions with compliance impact.		No information available
Upload File Size Limit Maximum file size supported for documentation uploads.		No information available
Filing Deadline Reminders Automatic notifications for upcoming regulatory submission deadlines.		Automated deadline and reminder notifications (configurable) are part of SAS GRC compliance management.
Export to Multiple Formats Export documents in formats required by regulators (PDF, DOCX, XLSX, etc.).		No information available
Embedded E-signature Integration Support for secure digital signatures in regulatory filings.		No information available

Automated Change Alerts Notifies users of regulatory changes relevant to their products/regions.		SAS GRC sends automated alerts about regulatory changes based on rule and jurisdiction monitoring.
Alert Customization Users can customize which topics and jurisdictions trigger alerts.		No information available
Change Log Detail Level Granularity of tracked changes in regulations.		No information available
Business Rule Update Suggestions System suggests needed updates to product rules based on new regulations.		SAS GRC uses analytics to suggest rule changes based on regulatory shifts.
User Role-Based Alerts Alerts are sent based on user roles, product lines, or departments.		No information available
Cross-channel Notification Sends alerts via email, dashboard, SMS, or in-app notifications.		No information available
Alert Frequency Adjustment Users can set how often they receive compliance alerts.		No information available
Escalation Workflow Non-acknowledged or critical changes escalate to higher management.		No information available
Archive and Retrieve Historical Alerts Ability to view and analyze past alerts.		No information available

Automated Product Scanning Automatically scans product features for non-compliance.		The platform audits product/process compliance automatically and notifies users of non-compliance.
Custom Validation Rules Allows insurers to define custom rules in addition to regulatory requirements.		Customizable business rules are cited as a differentiator in SAS GRC material.
Bulk Validation Capability Validate multiple products/files simultaneously.		Bulk validation of controls and processes is implied in the coverage for large organizations.
Error and Exception Reporting Details on why a product failed compliance validation.		SAS GRC details error/exception reporting for failed validations and compliance events.
Validation Processing Speed Average time to complete product validation process.		No information available
Pre-configured Product Templates Ready-made compliance rules for standard insurance products.		Common product templates and pre-configured frameworks are part of SAS GRC setup.
Rate and Form Consistency Checker Validates alignment of filed rates and forms with regulations.		The system includes checking for alignment between rates, forms, and regulations for insurance.
Audit Readiness Score Rating indicating how prepared a product is for regulatory audits.		No information available
API for External Validation Integration with external systems for compliance checks via API.		SAS offers external system integration for validation via API (REST/SOAP), according to developer documentation.
Embedded Testing Sandbox Safe environment to test products for compliance before real submissions.		No information available

Open API Support Well-documented REST or SOAP APIs for integration.		SAS GRC offers open API support and integration per the technical documentation.
Integration with Core Insurance Systems Direct connections with policy admin, claims, and actuarial systems.		Integration with external policy admin, claims, and finance systems is a feature in SAS GRC solution briefs.
External Regulatory Data Feeds Receives real-time feeds from regulators and legal content providers.		SAS GRC ingests data from regulatory/legal provider feeds automatically.
Single Sign-On (SSO) Support Integration with enterprise identity providers (LDAP, SAML, OIDC, etc.).		Single sign-on (SSO) is advertised as supported using SAML/OIDC for enterprises.
Batch Data Import/Export Tools Tools for bulk upload/download of regulatory and product data.		No information available
Webhook and Event Notification Support for real-time data updates to downstream systems.		No information available
Custom Connector Framework Architecture for building custom integrations.		No information available
Integration Latency Average delay in data synchronization with connected systems.		No information available

Task Assignment and Tracking Assign and track individual responsibilities in the compliance process.		Task assignment and tracking is included in workflow documentation for SAS GRC.
Approval Workflow Customization Design and automate multi-step approval workflows.		SAS GRC allows workflow customization per rules in the compliance process.
Collaboration Spaces Secure channels for discussion among compliance, legal, and product teams.		The platform describes secure collaboration spaces for internal teams.
Commenting and Discussion Threads Threaded discussions on specific filings, regulations, or tasks.		Commenting/discussion threads referenced in product workflow documentation.
Workflow Visualization Graphical view of workflow status, bottlenecks, and pending actions.		Workflow visualization is available in the platform UI as per SAS documentation.
Configurable Notifications Set notification triggers for task deadlines or workflow transitions.		Custom/configurable notifications are supported for workflow action items.
Delegation and Proxy Assignment Set backup assignees for compliance tasks.		No information available
Time to Task Completion Average duration to complete assigned compliance tasks.		No information available
Collaboration with External Parties Securely invite outside counsel or consultants into select workflows.		No information available

Pre-built Compliance Dashboards Visualizes compliance status by product, region, risk, and deadline.		SAS advertises pre-built dashboards for compliance visualization.
Custom Report Builder Users can build ad hoc reports on any stored compliance data.		Custom/ad hoc report building is an option in the GRC suite.
Exception Reporting Reports on overdue, failed, or incomplete compliance activities.		Exception reporting is provided on overdue or incomplete compliances.
Regulatory Change Frequency Tracking Tracks how often regulations affecting a product change.		No information available
Historical Data Analysis Ability to analyze compliance performance over time.		Analyzing compliance performance over time is included in analytics features.
Data Export Formats Number of file types supported for data export.		No information available
Embedded Business Intelligence Tools Integrated BI modules (charts, graphs, pivot tables).		Embedded analytics/BI tools are included in SAS GRC.
Performance Metrics Track key indicators like time to compliance, audit findings, etc.		Performance metrics for compliance and audit are visualized as part of analytics.
Dashboards Refresh Rate Frequency with which dashboards update with new data.		No information available

Comprehensive Audit Logging Tracks all user actions, changes, and regulatory interactions.		Comprehensive audit logging of user and system actions is core to GRC platform.
User Access History Log of who accessed what data and when.		No information available
Field-level Change Tracking Granularity of logging changes at the field/form level.		No information available
Audit Log Retention Period How long audit logs are stored.		No information available
Forensic Traceback Tools Investigate compliance failures or data alterations.		Forensic tools for analysis and investigation of compliance issues are cited in SAS GRC documentation.
Exportable Audit Trails Logs can be exported for regulator or internal review.		Audit logs can be exported for review by regulators/auditors.
Approval Timestamping All approvals timestamped with immutable records.		Approval workflows and timestamped actions are indicated as audit capabilities.
Automated Exception Logging System-generated logs of non-standard or erroneous events.		Automated exception logging is highlighted for triggers/abnormal events.
Regulatory Audit Preparation Tools Capabilities designed to assemble audit packets on demand.		SAS GRC specifically mentions features to prepare for regulatory audits, including compiling audit packets.

Role-Based Access Control Users are assigned appropriate permissions for their roles.		Role-based access and permissions are highlighted in security/UX documentation.
Personalized Dashboards Each user can customize their workspace and priority indicators.		Dashboards are customizable to user role and preference.
Responsive Design Interface adapts to desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.		SAS GRC platform is web-based and responsive as described in product literature.
Guided Walkthroughs Onboarding and in-app tutorial support.		No information available
Accessibility Compliance WCAG/Section 508 support for users with disabilities.		Accessibility support is referenced in enterprise platform features.
Customizable Notification Preferences Each user can set how and when they are notified of compliance events.		End users can configure notification preferences.
Documentation and Help Center Extensive user documentation and contextual help.		Extensive documentation and help resources are available on SAS support site.
Language Localization Options UI available in multiple languages as needed by user base.		No information available
User Training Metrics Exposes statistics on onboarding and training completion rates.		No information available

Data Encryption (In Transit/At Rest) Ensures secure handling of data throughout lifecycle.		Data encryption in transit and at rest is a default for SAS cloud and on-prem products.
Granular Permission Settings Fine-tuned control over who can view, edit, or export data.		Granular permissions are highlighted for compliance scope and data protection.
Multi-factor Authentication Requires users to verify identity with multiple credentials.		Multi-factor authentication is supported for enterprise SAS platforms.
Audit-Ready Security Logs Security-specific event logging available for audit.		Security-specific audit logs are generated and can be exported.
Automated Data Masking Masks sensitive information in logs, reports, and screens.		No information available
Data Residency Controls Ability to specify where data is stored geographically.		SAS hosting and enterprise configuration allow regional storage requirements for data residency.
GDPR/CCPA Readiness Features to facilitate compliance with major data privacy legislation.		SAS explicitly targets GDPR/CCPA support for compliance and audit in regulated industries.
System Penetration Testing Frequency Frequency of scheduled penetration testing for security.		No information available
Incident Response & Recovery Tools Capabilities to quickly contain and recover from data breaches.		Incident response and recovery tools form part of business continuity and security features.

Meeting Scheduling Ability to coordinate and schedule meetings with automated calendar invitations.		No information available
Digital Agendas Support for creating, distributing, and amending meeting agendas electronically.		No information available
Secure Minutes Capture Tool to record, store, and distribute meeting minutes in a secure, permission-controlled environment.		No information available
Attendance Tracking System for recording and reporting on attendee participation in meetings.		No information available
Voting & Resolutions Digital tools for facilitating, recording, and storing votes and resolutions.		No information available
Conflict of Interest Declarations Automated process for members to declare and manage conflicts of interest.		No information available
Board Pack Distribution Secure delivery of meeting materials and board packs to members.		No information available
Role-Based Access Customizable access controls for different committee and board member roles.		No information available
Integration with Calendar Systems Ability to sync with external calendaring solutions (e.g., Outlook, Google Calendar).		No information available
Automated Reminders & Notifications Automated emails or alerts for pending tasks, upcoming meetings, or policy reviews.		SAS GRC sends automated notifications for compliance tasks, deadlines, alerts and policy reviews per product documentation.
Task Assignment & Follow-up Assign tasks to board/committee members and automate follow-up reminders.		No information available
Meeting Recording Audio or video recording of meetings with secure access.		No information available
Remote Participation Tools Support for secure video conferencing and virtual meeting participation.		SAS GRC supports integration with virtual meeting tools for remote participation.
Document Annotation Board members can annotate and share notes directly on meeting documents.		No information available
Member Directory Centralized directory of all board and committee members, including terms and roles.		No information available

Centralized Document Repository Single, secure storage location for all governance and policy documents.		Centralized repository mentioned in SAS GRC features for managing all compliance and governance documents.
Document Version Control Track changes, maintain prior versions, and manage approvals for documents.		Document management in SAS GRC includes version control and tracking.
Searchable Document Index Advanced search capabilities across document types and content.		Enterprise search and indexing described as SAS GRC feature.
Document Expiry & Review Dates Automated tracking and notification of policy expiration and scheduled reviews.		Policy review, document expiry and reminder functionality supported by SAS GRC.
Role-Based Document Access Access controlled via roles and permissions, supporting confidentiality.		Role-based document and workflow access controls are core to SAS GRC.
Policy Workflow Automation Automate drafting, approval, and publishing workflows for governance documents.		SAS GRC allows workflow automation for creation, review, approval, and publication of governance documents.
E-signature Integration Ability for stakeholders to electronically sign documents securely.		SAS GRC supports e-signature integrations for approvals and policy acknowledgments as part of digital workflows.
Document Acknowledgment Tracking Track which members have read and acknowledged receipt of documents.		No information available
External Document Sharing Secure sharing features for documents with external advisors or regulators.		External document sharing available for regulated document workflows and communication with third parties.
Document Encryption In-transit and at-rest encryption for all stored documents.		SAS states all documents stored with in-transit and at-rest encryption.
Activity Audit Trails Record activity, changes, and access events for all documents.		Activity and change audit trails are core for all governance and compliance records in SAS GRC.
Template Management Pre-defined templates for common policy and governance documents.		Template management for standard governance and compliance formats is available.
Multi-format Document Support Support for popular document formats (PDF, Word, XLS, etc.).		SAS GRC supports multi-format document upload including PDF, Word, Excel, etc.
Document Retention Scheduling Automated purging and archiving based on retention policies.		Retention scheduling for policy, evidence, and governance documents can be configured.
Contract & Legal Document Management Specialized workflow and security for managing contracts and sensitive legal documents.		Dedicated legal contract and sensitive document management workflows described in GRC documentation.

Workflow Builder Intuitive tool to design and visualize governance workflows.		No information available
Approval Routing Automated routing of documents and requests for required approvals.		No information available
Dynamic Assignment Rules-based task assignment to roles or individuals based on process steps.		No information available
Deadline Management Automated deadline tracking and escalation notifications.		No information available
Escalation Paths Configurable escalation for non-completed actions or exceptions.		No information available
Progress Tracking Dashboards Dashboards for viewing workflow and project status in real-time.		No information available
Automated Alerts & Reminders Notifications for tasks, deadlines, and required approvals.		No information available
Audit Trail of Workflow Steps Complete record of each workflow action and participant.		No information available
Conditional Logic Support for complex routing and conditional steps within governance workflows.		No information available
Integration with External Tools Connect governance workflows with external email, calendar, and communication tools.		No information available
Customizable Forms Ability to design forms for governance processes (e.g., requests, declarations).		No information available
Process Analytics Reporting on workflow bottlenecks, efficiency, and compliance.		No information available
Automated Document Generation Auto-generate documents from workflow actions and data entries.		No information available
Signature Workflow Integration Automate collection of required e-signatures as part of workflow steps.		No information available
Workflow Templates Pre-built templates for common governance and compliance processes.		No information available

Regulatory Calendar System to track filing deadlines and regulatory obligations.		No information available
Customizable Compliance Checklists Checklists tailored to specific industry requirements and regulations.		Configurable compliance checklists for industry-specific needs provided (e.g., SOX, GDPR).
Automated Compliance Monitoring Continuous monitoring of compliance with built-in alerts for non-compliance.		Automated compliance process monitoring and alerting is prominent in SAS GRC.
Regulatory Reporting Tools for generating and submitting reports to regulators.		Regulatory reporting and submissions for key regulations are built in.
Rule & Policy Mapping Link regulations and policies to related internal processes and controls.		Mapping policies to controls and regulations is a marketed feature.
Regulatory Change Notifications Alerts for relevant changes in laws, standards, or regulations.		Automatic notifications for legal/regulatory changes described in platform overview.
Automated Evidence Collection Automatically gather records necessary for demonstrating compliance.		Evidence/document automation available for continuous compliance readiness.
Compliance Attestation Tracking Track and report on user attestation to key policies or regulatory requirements.		Tracking attestation and user compliance acknowledgments detailed in documentation.
Risk Register Integration Connect compliance issues to an organizational risk register.		Risk issue and register integration within compliance workflows is supported.
Compliance Analytics Analytics to identify compliance trends, gaps, and risks.		Compliance analytics, gap, and risk analysis available as standard dashboard features.
Policy Exception Management Workflow for documenting, approving, and tracking policy exceptions.		Policy exception workflow management (approval, tracking) is advertised for compliance tracking.
Audit Trail of Compliance Activities Detailed auditing of all compliance-related actions and changes.		Full audit trail for compliance events is core to the SAS GRC value proposition.
Third-party Compliance Management Extend compliance monitoring and reporting to key vendors and service providers.		No information available
User Certifications and Training Tracking Record staff certifications and required compliance training completions.		Compliance training and certification tracking supported for staff.
Cross-jurisdictional Compliance Support Manage and track requirements across multiple applicable jurisdictions.		Global/jurisdictional compliance management and localization tools supported (per SAS documentation).

Decision Register Central log of all formal decisions made by boards and committees.		No information available
Automated Action Item Creation Create and assign action items directly from meeting minutes or resolutions.		No information available
Action Item Status Tracking Monitor the completion and status of governance-related action items.		No information available
Accountability Assignment Assign responsibility and deadlines for follow-up actions.		No information available
Completion Notification Automated notifications when assigned tasks are completed or overdue.		No information available
Evidence Attachment Attach evidence items (documents, links, notes) to decision and action records.		No information available
Overdue Actions Dashboard Overview of outstanding or overdue actions by board, committee, or member.		No information available
Linking Decisions to Policies Map decisions to relevant documents or policies for traceability.		No information available
Recurring Actions Scheduling Schedule and automate recurring governance actions and reminders.		No information available
Dependency Tracking Manage dependencies between multiple action items or decisions.		No information available
Export/Reporting Export lists or reports of decisions and actions for audits or reviews.		Comprehensive reporting/export features for compliance and audit findings described.
Comment and Discussion Threads Embedded discussion capability for decision and action items.		No information available
Task Re-assignment Ability to reassign actions in case of absence or role changes.		No information available
Escalation for Stalled Actions Automated escalation of uncompleted actions to designated leaders.		No information available
Action Closure Evidence Logging Log remarks or upload proof of action closure before marking tasks complete.		No information available

Single Sign-On (SSO) Support Integration with SSO providers for streamlined, secure login.		Enterprise authentication and SSO/Active Directory integration supported by SAS GRC.
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Support for MFA to enhance security of user accounts.		Multi-factor authentication and user security configuration available for all users.
User Provisioning and De-provisioning Automated onboarding and offboarding of users based on roles.		Automated onboarding/offboarding supported through integrations and provisioning workflows.
Role-Based Access Controls Granular permissions management based on organizational and governance roles.		Granular role-based access control is a foundational SAS GRC feature.
Delegated User Administration Allow designated personnel to manage users in subgroups or committees.		No information available
User Activity Monitoring Audit and log user activity within the platform.		User activity and access monitoring mentioned in platform details.
Group and Committee Memberships Easily manage group affiliations and role memberships.		Group/committee memberships and hierarchies manageable by role.
Guest/External User Access Secure, time-limited platform access for external advisors, auditors, or consultants.		No information available
Custom Password Policies Enforce organizational password complexity and rotation requirements.		Enforcing custom password policies configurable within security settings.
Account Lockout Policies Security measures for failed login attempts and account lockouts.		No information available
Bulk User Management Support for bulk upload or changes to user permissions and accounts.		Bulk user onboarding, updating and management features included for large organizations.
Access Request and Approval Workflow Automate and document the approval process for user access changes.		Approval-based access workflows available and can be customized.
Session Timeout Configuration Adjustable limits for user session activity and automatic logoff.		No information available
User Directory Synchronization Integration with enterprise directory systems (e.g., Active Directory, LDAP).		Directory and user access synchronizations with enterprise systems supported.
User Access Review Reporting Generate reports for periodic access reviews and audits.		No information available

Audit Trail Logging Comprehensive logs of all actions, changes, and access events throughout the platform.		Comprehensive audit trail logging across all platform actions and objects guaranteed.
Evidence Repository Central, secure storage for audit evidence (documents, communications, files, etc.).		Secure, central repository for audit documents and compliance evidence highlighted.
Audit Query Support Rapid response to audit requests with filtered document and record search.		Auditors can quickly query and retrieve all compliance/audit materials.
Audit-ready Reports Pre-built report templates for common audit requirements.		Audit-ready/SOX templates and exportable reports included.
Data Export Capabilities Ability to securely export audit logs and supporting documentation.		Secure data export for logs/evidence as part of compliance reporting.
Tamper-evident Logging Ensure audit logs cannot be altered without detection.		Audit log tamper protection built in for regulatory compliance.
Point-in-Time Snapshots Store system state/archive at specific dates for evidence and historical reference.		No information available
Exception Documentation Document reasons for and approval of exceptions to standard processes.		No information available
Link Evidence to Decisions Direct association of evidence files with meeting items, decisions, policies, or actions.		Direct file/evidence linkage to governance decisions and policy records allowed.
Access-controlled Evidence Sharing Secure, permission-based access for internal or external auditors.		Role and access controlled sharing for both internal and external parties is supported.
Retention Management Automated application of retention policies to audit evidence and logs.		No information available
Evidence Version Control Track changes or additions to audit evidence over time.		Evidence version tracking (audit) for regulatory audit support.
Audit Issue Tracking Track and manage audit findings, recommendations, and remedial actions.		Audit findings tracking and remediation workflow features available.
Cross-linking to Policies Link audit evidence and findings directly to governing policy documents.		Evidence can be directly cross-linked to governing policy documentation.
Audit Engagement History Log of all past audit events, responses, and outcomes for reference.		Full audit engagement/event tracking for reference and compliance.

Custom Report Builder Design, save, and schedule custom reports from governance and compliance data.		Custom report design tool included for analytics and compliance data.
Dashboards Configurable, real-time dashboards for monitoring key governance metrics.		Highly configurable dashboarding for compliance and governance KPIs present.
Automated Scheduled Reports Auto-generate and distribute reports on a regular schedule.		Automated and scheduled reporting with regular/recurring distribution supported.
Export to Multiple Formats Download reports in PDF, Excel, CSV, or other useful formats.		Reports exportable to a range of common formats including PDF and Excel.
Data Visualization Charts, graphs, and visual aids for performance and compliance trends.		Multiple data visualization choices included in analytics suite.
Report Access Controls Restrict access to sensitive reports based on user roles and permissions.		Access control for sensitive reporting is enforced at the platform level.
Drill-through Analytics Navigate from summary dashboards to detailed report data.		Drill-through from dashboards to detailed data is advertised.
Filter and Search Capabilities Advanced filter and search on report data.		Advanced search and filter capabilities on all compliance and report data.
Automated KPI Monitoring Continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with alerts for threshold breaches.		Automated KPI/threshold monitoring and alerting included.
Audit and Compliance Reporting Pre-built templates for regulatory, audit, or compliance reporting.		Audit and compliance reporting with regulatory templates supported.
Historical Data Analysis Compare current and past governance/compliance performance data.		Historical trend analytics and benchmarking available.
Integration with BI Tools Connect platform data to external business intelligence tools.		Integration with BI tools such as SAS Visual Analytics and third parties possible.
Scheduled Distribution Lists Auto-email scheduled reports to distribution groups or individuals.		Scheduled, role-based report distribution supported.
Interactive Data Exploration Users can interact with report visualizations in the browser.		Interactive analytics and dashboarding in browser for users.
Maturity & Benchmarking Reports Compare governance maturity or compliance benchmarks against peers.		No information available

API Availability Availability of well-documented APIs for exchanging data with other systems.		Comprehensive APIs available for data exchange and platform integration.
Single Sign-On Integration Seamless login integration with enterprise authentication solutions.		Single sign-on integration via SAML, LDAP, and enterprise identity providers supported.
Data Import/Export Bulk import/export of data to/from external platforms and legacy systems.		Bulk and structured data import/export features for migration and interoperability.
Integration with Cloud Storage Connect platform to cloud storage services (e.g., SharePoint, Dropbox, Google Drive).		SAS GRC supports cloud storage integration (incl. SharePoint, OneDrive) for document management.
Email System Integration Bi-directional communication with corporate email systems.		Bidirectional email system integration supported for notifications, workflows and reporting.
Calendar Integration Sync platform events with individual or shared calendars in real time.		Calendar event sync and integration supported (e.g. Outlook, Google).
Directory Service Integration Synchronize user accounts and groups with enterprise identity systems.		Directory service integration (AD, LDAP) supported for account federating.
Workflow & Automation Tool Integration Integrate with external workflow automation (e.g., Zapier, Power Automate).		Integration with workflow automation engines is possible (API, custom connectors).
Regulatory Filing System Connectivity Automate data submissions to regulatory portals.		No information available
Mobile App Synchronization Real-time sync and notifications between desktop and mobile applications.		SAS provides cross-device mobile and real-time sync for users.
Data Export Frequency The maximum number of data exports possible per day.		No information available
Supported Integration Endpoints Number of external systems/platforms that can be connected simultaneously.		No information available
Webhook Support Real-time external event notification via webhooks.		Real-time event triggers and webhook support available for workflow automation.
Custom Integration Toolkit Resources for custom integration development (SDKs, sandboxes).		SDK and developer tools available for custom integrations.
Audit Logging of Data Transfers Audit trail for all data exchanged with external systems.		Audit trail for all data transfer and integration events included.

Data Encryption In Transit Encryption standards applied to data during transmission.		All data encrypted in transit (TLS/SSL) as per security documentation.
Data Encryption At Rest Encryption of all stored data in databases and backups.		At-rest encryption with enterprise-grade security detailed in Trust Center docs.
Granular Access Permissions Fine-grained access control for sensitive content.		Granular permission model governs data, workflow, and document access.
Data Residency Options Choice of data storage location to comply with national regulations.		Data residency/location options available for regulated markets.
Penetration Testing Regular independent security testing and vulnerability scanning.		Regular, independent penetration testing and vulnerability management program (SOC 2, ISO 27001).
Compliance Certifications Certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, or similar.		Holds and publishes certifications such as ISO 27001 and SOC 2, see trust portal.
Secure Mobile Access Data protection for mobile users and devices.		User and device security controls for secure mobile access are available.
Disaster Recovery & Backups Automated backup and recovery policies for all data.		Automated backup and disaster recovery procedures detailed in Cloud documentation.
Incident Response Procedures Documented and tested plan for managing security incidents.		SAS incident response process and playbooks described, with regular testing.
Real-time Threat Monitoring Continuous monitoring and alerting for security events.		24/7 security event monitoring by dedicated ops team.
Customer Security Portal A portal for customers to review security operations and documents.		No information available
Privacy by Design Features Design/inclusion of controls to comply with privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc).		Privacy-by-design principles explicitly described in product development (GDPR etc compliance).
Secure File Transfer Methods for securely transferring files to and from the platform.		Secure file transfer with encryption protocols (SFTP, HTTPS).
Time to Restore from Backup Maximum platform recovery time from backup in case of disruption.		No information available
Physical Security Controls Safeguards for physical data centers (access control, environmental monitoring, etc).		SAS datacenters (physical or cloud provider) follow Tier 4-level physical security compliance.

Intuitive User Interface User-optimized design supporting quick learning and efficient task completion.		UI and reporting optimized for line-of-business nontechnical users.
Role-based Dashboards Different dashboards tailored to user roles (trustees, managers, admins, etc).		Dashboards can be customized and targeted by role / user group.
Responsive Design Platform adapts to any device (desktop, tablet, mobile).		Responsive, modern web UI for desktop and mobile.
Accessible Design (ADA, WCAG) Accessibility and compatibility for users with disabilities.		WCAG and ADA accessibility principles mentioned in SAS software design docs.
Customizable Workflows Users can tailor governance workflows to their organizational needs.		Governance workflows can be configured and tailored per organization.
In-app Help and Tutorials Built-in user guides, tooltips, and access to help resources.		In-app tutorials and help resources embedded throughout the platform.
Live Chat Support Real-time assistance from support staff.		No information available
Email and Ticketing Support Support available via email or online ticket submission.		Support available via email and support tickets.
Phone Support Hours The number of hours per day phone support is available.		No information available
Dedicated Account Manager Access to a named support/contact person for enterprise accounts.		Dedicated account management is included in enterprise-level SAS GRC contracts.
Onboarding & Training Services Structured programs for training new users and facilitating rollout.		Structured onboarding and user training available as implementation service.
Self-service Knowledge Base Users can search and find solutions to common issues.		Rich searchable knowledge base for self-service included.
Multi-lingual Support Ability to use the platform in multiple languages.		Multiple language options available for international deployments.
User Communities or Forums Access to peer support through online communities.		SAS user forums and communities exist for GRC users.
User Feedback Mechanism In-platform tools for submitting ideas and improvement suggestions.		In-app feedback/feature suggestion mechanism available.

SAS Governance, Risk and Compliance from SAS

Product analysis by function

Regulatory Compliance Tracking Systems for Product Development

Regulatory Coverage & Mapping (9 Yes /9 Known /15 Possible features)

Filing and Documentation Management (5 Yes /5 Known /13 Possible features)

Change & Alert Management (2 Yes /2 Known /9 Possible features)

Product Compliance Validation (7 Yes /7 Known /10 Possible features)

Integration & API Capabilities (4 Yes /4 Known /8 Possible features)

Workflow and Collaboration Tools (6 Yes /6 Known /9 Possible features)

Reporting and Analytics (6 Yes /6 Known /9 Possible features)

Audit, Logging and Traceability (6 Yes /6 Known /9 Possible features)

User Experience & Accessibility (6 Yes /6 Known /9 Possible features)

Security & Privacy (7 Yes /7 Known /9 Possible features)

Governance Management Platforms for Compliance and Governance

Board & Committee Management (2 Yes /2 Known /15 Possible features)

Policy & Document Management (14 Yes /14 Known /15 Possible features)

Governance Workflow Automation (0 Yes /0 Known /15 Possible features)

Compliance & Regulatory Management (13 Yes /13 Known /15 Possible features)

Decision & Action Tracking (1 Yes /1 Known /15 Possible features)

User & Access Management (10 Yes /10 Known /15 Possible features)

Audit & Evidence Management (12 Yes /12 Known /15 Possible features)

Reporting & Analytics (14 Yes /14 Known /15 Possible features)

Integration & Interoperability (12 Yes /12 Known /15 Possible features)

Security & Data Protection (13 Yes /13 Known /15 Possible features)

Usability & Support (13 Yes /13 Known /15 Possible features)