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Watch recording →Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM) refers to the process of identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that arise from working with external entities such as vendors, suppliers, service providers, or partners. As organizations increasingly rely on third parties for critical operations, technology, and services, managing these external relationships has become essential for maintaining compliance, security, and business continuity.
TPRM ensures that external collaborators meet the same standards for governance, security, and operational resilience that the organization applies internally. It typically involves ongoing risk assessments, due diligence, contract management, and continuous monitoring of third-party performance and compliance.
Any organization that outsources part of its operations or uses third-party services benefits from a TPRM framework. This includes companies in highly regulated sectors such as finance, insurance, healthcare, and energy, where data protection, supply chain integrity, and regulatory compliance are critical.
For example, financial institutions must assess vendor cybersecurity and data handling practices to comply with regulations like GDPR or DORA, while manufacturing companies may use TPRM to evaluate the reliability and sustainability of their suppliers.
While Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) takes a holistic view of all risks that could affect an organization’s strategic objectives, ranging from operational and financial to reputational, TPRM focuses specifically on risks originating from external parties.
ERM provides the overarching risk framework, while TPRM operates as a key component within it. In essence, ERM defines the “big picture” of risk across the enterprise, and TPRM ensures that third-party relationships align with that broader risk appetite and control environment.
Impero supports organizations in building a robust TPRM framework through:
With Impero, organizations can simplify the complex process of third-party risk management. By digitizing and automating control activities, businesses gain visibility into vendor-related risks, track compliance performance, and ensure timely remediation when issues arise.
This not only strengthens overall risk governance but also integrates TPRM seamlessly into the organization’s wider control and compliance ecosystem.
Building a resilient third-party risk management framework starts with clear visibility and control. Discover how Impero can help your organization manage vendor risk efficiently and confidently.
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