Exam CISM topic 1 question 785 discussion

The BEST approach to reduce unnecessary duplication of compliance activities is integration of assurance efforts.

Integrated assurance is the framework which enables an organisation to maximise the coverage of assurance in a coherent and coordinated manner by avoiding duplication or gaps across control functions. answer is A

GRC provides assurance and increases efficiency.

assurance doesnt prevent duplication

D. Standardization of compliance requirements Standardizing compliance requirements means establishing consistent and uniform rules and procedures for compliance across the organization. This helps in eliminating redundancies and unnecessary duplication of efforts because everyone follows the same set of compliance requirements. It simplifies the compliance process and ensures that all relevant parties understand and adhere to the same standards.

A. Integration of assurance efforts

Standardization involves defining a set of common controls, policies, and procedures that address multiple compliance requirements. This approach allows organizations to streamline their compliance efforts by implementing controls that satisfy multiple regulatory or industry requirements simultaneously. It reduces the need for duplicative activities and minimizes the effort and resources required to demonstrate compliance with different standards.

I am also struggling with this one. The question asks how to BEST prevent duplication. For me, integration does not prevent duplication. However, standardization may?

A. Integration

Its A, integration.