The Perks of Automating Audits
Featuring
Shashank Karincheti
In this episode, Shashank Karincheti, Senior Manager of Compliance Engineering at Razorpay, shares how automation is changing the audit game. From mastering certifications to building scalable IT GRC systems, Shashank’s journey is packed with insights for anyone passionate about infosec, compliance, and doing things smarter—not just harder.


Shashank Karincheti
Senior Manager, Razorpay
The Perks of Automating Audits
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Description
In this captivating episode, Shashank Karincheti unravels the secrets to streamlining compliance processes, optimizing efficiency, and achieving unparalleled accuracy in audits.
He offers an exclusive look into the decision-making process between in-house development and partnering with third-party vendors for automation.
He also draws attention to the significant role of culture and strategy, showing how aligning business goals, industry regulations, and company values can lead to triumphant automation strategies.
Whether your organization is just starting or already mature, Shashank will share invaluable perspectives on audit automation that will undoubtedly broaden your infosec knowledge.
Join him as he delves into the strategic considerations behind prioritizing audit processes, establishing metrics and KPIs, and measuring the true effectiveness of automation programs.
His insights will leave you empowered and inspired to optimize your organization’s compliance efforts. Tune in to gain invaluable knowledge from a true industry expert!
Highlights from the episode
- Unveiling the benefits of audit automation for organizations
- Discussing how to measure the effectiveness of automation programs
- Emphasizing the importance of building a culture of compliance
“Focus on building a culture of compliance and make it a part of your organization’s DNA. Understand the relevant frameworks and prioritize your actions accordingly. Once you have this foundation in place, you can evaluate automation tools and decide which processes to automate and which ones require manual handling.”