Vendor risk assessments in Diri help you identify and manage security and compliance risks related to external suppliers. Vendors often provide or manage ICT systems, process sensitive data, or support critical business operations. Their weaknesses can directly impact your organization.
Vendor assessments allow you to:
Uncover potential weaknesses in your supply chain
Evaluate a vendor's security posture and compliance level
Define clear expectations for data handling and system access
Support business continuity through structured oversight
Modern organizations rely on many external parties. Without structured assessments, vendor-related risks may go unnoticed — leading to compliance gaps, security incidents, or operational disruptions.
By registering and assessing vendors in Diri, you gain:
A clear overview of third-party dependencies
A way to link vendors to specific systems, data, and responsibilities
Tools to follow up on mitigation actions and manage risk over time
Several attributes help define vendor risk:
Type of service (e.g., cloud hosting, IT support, development)
Access to sensitive or personal data
Importance to daily business operations
Location and applicable legal jurisdiction
Known security practices or certifications
These factors help you prioritize assessments and apply the right level of control.