Centrix helps its clients understand how policies, devised to meet the demands of new legislation, will impact on their operations and strategies. Our whole service-based approach to processes is focused around introducing effective governance to provide better control and reduce risk.
We also help clients understand the implications of operational changes. For instance, if organisations are looking to offshore or outsource activities, we make sure they continue to comply with data protection laws and the Freedom of Information Act. Our technical solutions, such as application virtualisation, allow data to be held in the most appropriate location, and make it easier to enforce standard policies. And our expertise in designing secure access infrastructures ensures users are given controlled access to that data.
In addition, we enable clients to simplify the regulatory challenge by first rationalising their applications and infrastructure. We help them develop shared services centres that handle common processes that are subject to complex and ever-changing regulation. And we offer management tools and techniques based on ITIL industry best practice.
Good governance reduces the risks to business and improves the bottom line by eliminating poor practices. A governance programme can be a spur to delivering service enhancement and creating greater value for stakeholders. We show our clients how to turn the burden of compliance into a competitive advantage.
Links to further information:
UK and EU Data Protection Directive and Freedom of Information Act
http://www.ico.gov.uk/
International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
http://www.icaew.co.uk
Financial Services Authority
http://www.fsa.gov.uk
Bank for International Settlement (BIS) Basel II Accord
http://www.bis.org
Sarbanes Oxley Financial and Accounting Disclosure Information
http://www.sarbanes-oxley.com