The Policy Museum Is Dead: Long Live the Evidence Engine

What is a GRC Evidence Engine?

A GRC evidence engine is a dynamic system that connects risks, controls, and live evidence in a single, auditable framework. It moves beyond the "policy museum" approach - where documents sit unread on a server - to a Risk Control Matrix (RCM) that proves controls are operating effectively. This is the only way to satisfy the rigorous requirements of Provision 29.

Policies Don't Stop Fines. Controls Do.

Having a "GDPR Policy" is worthless if you cannot prove you are actually following it. As a Lead Auditor, I am only interested in what you can prove. Simplif-i is built to be an "Evidence Engine" that powers your "COO in a Box" governance model.

1. Risk Control Matrix (RCM): Map every principal risk to a specific control and a specific piece of evidence.
2. Automated Testing: Stop the manual scramble at year-end. Simplif-i automates the collection of evidence for your material controls.
3. Provision 29 Declaration: With our platform, your board can sign the annual report knowing that every assertion is backed by a hardened audit trail.

The ROI of Audit Readiness

Being "always audit-ready" is cheaper than a month of panic before the external auditors arrive. Simplif-i provides this peace of mind for £499/month for the full platform, or £49/month for the GRC module. Founding members can join for £149/month.

FAQ

What is a "Policy Museum"? A collection of Word documents that are updated once a year and never checked for effectiveness. It is a compliance illusion.

How does Simplif-i handle ESG? Our GRC module includes narrative and data controls for ESG, ensuring your sustainability disclosures are as robust as your financial ones.

Can we start with just one risk area? Yes. Most clients start with GDPR or Provision 29 and then scale to the full platform.