If you’re evaluating Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) software, you already know the stakes: streamline audits, automate control testing, manage risks, and keep your sanity intact.

But not all GRC platforms are created equal — and what works for a Fortune 500 might be total overkill for a lean internal audit team.

Here’s a breakdown of some of the major GRC players and who they’re best suited for.

🔹 daitaGRC

Best for: Small to mid-sized internal audit teams

Why it works: Fast implementation, intuitive design, built specifically for control testing and documentation — without the bloat. Bonus: AI-ready infrastructure for teams ready to modernize.

Watch out for: May not have all the deep customization modules found in enterprise solutions.

Vibe: “Just what we need, nothing we don’t.”

🔹 AuditBoard

Best for: Mid to large companies focused on SOX and IT audits

Why it works: Strong workflow automation, excellent for compliance-heavy environments, and trusted by many in regulated industries.

Watch out for: More expensive, with a steeper learning curve and longer implementation. Vibe: “The enterprise standard.”

🔹 Workiva

Best for: Large enterprises with complex financial, risk, and ESG reporting needs

Why it works: Powerful integrations, unified reporting, robust workflow and audit trail capabilities

Watch out for: Complexity — and cost — may be too much for smaller teams

Vibe: “The full reporting command center.”

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