The four dimensions of Total Performance in GRC—Soundness, Cost-Effectiveness, Agility, and Resilience—enable organizations to conduct a holistic assessment of their Governance, Risk, and Compliance capabilities.

Soundness:

Refers to the logical design and alignment of GRC programs with industry standards and business objectives (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000, NIST).

Ensures that GRC initiatives are robust and well-structured.

Cost-Effectiveness:

Evaluates the balance between the costs incurred and the benefits delivered by GRC programs.

Ensures resources are utilized efficiently.

Agility:

Focuses on how quickly the organization can adapt GRC practices to changing regulations, threats, or market conditions.

Key to maintaining compliance in dynamic environments.

Resilience:

Measures the organization's ability to withstand disruptions, such as cyberattacks or natural disasters, without compromising critical operations.

Incorporates risk mitigation strategies and disaster recovery plans.

Relevant Frameworks and Guidelines:

COSO ERM Framework: Supports a holistic approach to risk management and organizational resilience.

ISO 31000: Guides the integration of sound risk management practices.

In summary, these four dimensions provide a comprehensive lens through which an organization's GRC capability is evaluated, ensuring its effectiveness, sustainability, and adaptability in achieving compliance and managing risks.