CGRC GRC Program Practice Question
The organization's GRC workflow has a 'Request for Exception' process. The goal is to ensure that temporary risk exceptions are automatically reviewed before they expire. Which mechanism is most appropriate?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Configuring a 'Workflow Notification' triggered by a field-based 'Expiration Date'.
Automated workflow notifications tied to the 'Expiration Date' field ensure that exceptions do not remain active indefinitely without review.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Configuring a 'Workflow Notification' triggered by a field-based 'Expiration Date'.
Why this is correct
This leverages system automation to ensure timely oversight of risks.
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Requiring the Risk Owner to sign a hard copy document.
Why it's wrong here
Hard copies are inefficient and disconnected from the GRC platform.
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Disallowing all risk exceptions in the system configuration.
Why it's wrong here
This is unrealistic for operational agility and often leads to workarounds.
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Setting a manual reminder on the CISO's calendar.
Why it's wrong here
Manual processes are prone to failure and are not scalable.
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Written and reviewed by Johnson Ajibi, MSc IT Security
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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