5/6/2026 ● 1 min 31 sec
The GRC Tool Reality Check
Is your GRC platform a strategic asset or just expensive "shelfware"? Join Allyson Edwards for a brief overview of why 50% of implementations fail and how to fix your internal processes and data integrity to ensure your technology investment delivers value on day one. Read the full breakdown on how to choose the right GRC tool (and what to avoid) on our blog.
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Hi, I’m Allyson Edwards from AdviseUp Consulting, and this is The Bottom Line.
Did you know that roughly 50% of GRC software implementations fail to meet their original objectives within the first two years? Here’s why: most organizations buy the "Ferrari" of tools when they are still learning how to drive.
We’re seeing a shift where GRC tools are becoming expensive "shelfware" that creates more technical chores than strategic value. Think of a GRC tool like a high-end GPS. It’s a powerful guide, but it’s useless; if you haven’t mapped out your destination or if your internal processes are still under construction. You don't need a tool to tell you that you're lost; you need it to help you move faster once you know where you’re going.
To ensure your investment delivers value on day one, follow this pre-implementation checklist:
First, fix the process before the automation. A broken process in the cloud is just an expensive rescue mission waiting to happen.
Second, clean the data before the import. You need transparent numbers for board-ready reporting.
And finally, prioritize the risks before the rollout. Start with your top five critical risks. Solve those first and then scale.
A GRC tool is a megaphone for your existing culture. Focus on improving the business from the inside out by fixing the process before you buy the platform. You can find the full breakdown about GRC Tool Selection on our website.
