How Simmons & Simmons’s use RiskSmart to support a global risk management framework

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Key achievements for Simmons & Simmons

25+ risk partners using the tool after successful rollout

25+ worldwide locations across the firm are using the tool

Facilitated a shift in risk culture and confidence

Summary of the partnership

The challenge

The risk team at Simmons & Simmons had lofty ambitions for their risk framework. Determined to move away from the solution of spreadsheets the team at the time (consisting of Sue Diver, Head of Enterprise Risk Management, and Jordan Sanghera, Operational Risk Analyst) made a strategic decision and selected RiskSmart as their tool of choice.

The challenge

The solution

RiskSmart was selected as the tech of choice by Simmons & Simmons’ team due to its simplicity, straightforward approach to risk management and intuitive user interface. After a smooth implementation and training process, RiskSmart was also rolled out to 25+ risk partners throughout the business, a process managed by the core GRC team. The intuitive design facilitated easier training and better engagement with users.

The solution
“RiskSmart directs the conversation. It makes sure that we're on the right path from the start, and we're all singing from the same hymn sheet.”
Jordan Sanghera
Jordan Sanghera Operational Risk Analyst
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