Implementing a Common Controls Framework for a Consumer Goods Firm
Case Study
Implementing a Common Controls Framework for a Consumer Goods Firm
A consumer-packaged goods company is one of the India’s leading companies operating in global beauty and wellness categories. It is present in over 25 countries across emerging markets.
The business situation
The organization faced challenges in managing and aligning its controls framework to meet the requirements of multiple regulatory standards
The lack of a unified approach led to redundancies, increased compliance costs, and difficulties during audits
The goal was to streamline compliance efforts, improve control effectiveness, and enhance overall cybersecurity posture
Our team’s role
Regulatory Analysis
Analysed NIST CSF, GDPR, ISO 27001 and other applicable regulations to understand client control requirements and align with best practices
Gap Assessment
Identified existing controls and gaps based on regulatory requirements
Common Controls Framework
Designed a common controls framework using insights from gap assessment and regulatory analysis
Integrated Control Requirements
Integrated control requirements from multiple regulations while avoiding duplication and ensuring complete coverage
The value our team added
By aligning controls with industry best practices and regulatory requirements, it enhances the control effectiveness and risk mitigation capabilities of the organization
The common controls framework streamlined compliance efforts, reducing redundancies and eliminating overlapping controls. This resulted in improved efficiency during regulatory audits and assessments
The common controls framework provided auditors with clear visibility into control implementation and compliance, leading to successful audit outcomes
This approach significantly enhanced the company's preparedness to address data breaches swiftly and effectively
Transform Compliance into Confidence
From Framework Design to Cybersecurity Alignment, We Drive Efficiency, Clarity, and Assurance