If you're leveraging Workiva's Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solution, you might be interested in how the Data Management Suite (DMS) can enhance your processes. DMS offers a range of features designed to streamline data management and improve efficiency including GRC activities.

DMS is a powerful suite of tools within the Workiva platform that helps manage and manipulate data effectively. For GRC users, DMS is particularly valuable as it supports the automation and integration of various data related tasks, ensuring that your compliance and risk management processes are both accurate and efficient. Learn more about DMS in Getting Started with Data Management Suite.

Key Features of DMS for GRC Users

1. Workiva Chains
   Workiva Chains allow you to automate sequences of tasks, reducing manual effort and minimizing errors. For GRC processes, this means you can set up automated workflows to ensure consistency and save time. Learn more about Workiva Chains by watching the Chains Foundations webinar.
2. Graph API
   The Graph API provides a robust way to interact with your data programmatically. Its API endpoints enable access to Integrated Risk workspaces, such as to pull reports and records, create and edit records, and more. Many of these API endpoints are available for use within the list of Workiva Connector Commands. All others can be used with the HTTP Request Connector. Learn more about Workiva’s APIs, including the Graph API in Get Started with Workiva's APIs.
3. Test Form API
   Test Form API is essential for creating and managing test forms programmatically. These endpoints are used to manage test forms, test phases, and matrices. They are also used to manage attachments on test phases, matrices, and samples. This is particularly useful in GRC for conducting regular audits and validations, ensuring that your compliance measures are up-to-date and effective. Learn more about Workiva’s APIs, including the Test Form API in Get Started with Workiva's APIs. See an example of the Test Form API in action by watching the webinar Controls Management and Automation.

Practical Applications and Benefits

Imagine automating your processes with Chains, where data from various sources is collected, validated, and reported without manual intervention. Or pull data from different departments, providing a holistic view of your organization's risk landscape. DMS not only enhances efficiency but can also improve the accuracy and reliability of your GRC processes.

We encourage you to explore DMS and see how the suite of tools can benefit your GRC activities. Comment below and tell us how you are using DMS today. Or comment if you’re curious how DMS may help with your existing processes.