What is mitigating control in SAP GRC-SPC - GRC Process Controls for SAP?

SAP Term: mitigating control

• Component: GRC-SPC

• Component Name: GRC Process Controls for SAP

• Description: A type of control policy which, if successfully tested, may compensate for the test failure of a more significant key control.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Mitigating control is a type of control used to reduce the risk of a potential threat or vulnerability. It is used to reduce the likelihood of an event occurring or the impact of an event if it does occur. Mitigating controls are typically implemented after a risk assessment has been conducted and the risk has been identified.
  
  How to use it: 
  In GRC-SPC GRC Process Controls for SAP S/4HANA, mitigating controls are used to reduce the risk of potential threats or vulnerabilities. They can be used to reduce the likelihood of an event occurring or the impact of an event if it does occur. Mitigating controls can be implemented in a variety of ways, such as implementing additional security measures, changing processes, or providing additional training.
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When implementing mitigating controls, it is important to ensure that they are effective and efficient. It is also important to ensure that they are regularly monitored and updated as needed. Additionally, it is important to ensure that all stakeholders are aware of the mitigating controls and understand their purpose and how they should be used.
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on mitigating controls, please refer to the SAP Security Guide for SAP S/4HANA. Additionally, you can refer to the SAP Security Best Practices Guide for more information on best practices for implementing mitigating controls.