A tailored course, built for your situation
Repeatable DORA compliance artefacts that compound across audits
Build a self-reinforcing library of working materials that accelerate every future delivery
$199 one-time
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Hand-built implementation playbook
12 modules. 12 chapters per module. 144 chapters total.
12 modules, each with 12 chapters (144 chapters total), text-based, plus downloadable templates and a hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Who this is for
Senior compliance and risk practitioners in financial institutions who lead or contribute to DORA readiness and want to transition from reactive delivery to sustainable, reusable practice
Who this is not for
Entry-level staff rotating through compliance, consultants selling one-off DORA assessments, or teams seeking only policy templates without implementation context
What you walk away with
- A standardized template bank for DORA evidence packs that reduces repeat work
- A repeatable process to convert audit findings into preventive control updates
- A documented versioning system for control mappings across reporting cycles
- A cross-functional validation workflow used by peers in risk, ops, and legal
- A compounding library that new joiners can use without relearning
The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)
Module 1. DORA compliance as a compounding discipline
Shift from one-time project to long-term asset by designing outputs for reuse from day one.
12 chapters in this module
- What compounding means in compliance
- The lifecycle of a reusable artefact
- Mapping your current DORA work to asset classes
- Identifying high-leverage repeat points
- Defining version control standards
- Establishing ownership without bottlenecks
- Naming conventions that scale
- Storing outputs for discoverability
- Linking evidence to control objectives
- Benchmarking reuse across cycles
- Measuring effort reduction over time
- Updating without starting over
Module 2. Building the foundational evidence pack
Create the first version of a standardised pack that future iterations improve upon.
12 chapters in this module
- Core components of a DORA evidence pack
- Sourcing inputs from existing audits
- Structuring for regulator clarity
- Versioning your first release
- Embedding change tracking
- Linking to EBA guidelines
- Adding commentary that survives turnover
- Packaging for internal review
- Integrating legal entity specifics
- Standardising file naming
- Archiving superseded versions
- Documenting dependencies
Module 3. Control mapping with built-in reuse
Design mappings that serve multiple reporting cycles and adapt to scope changes.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping once, using many times
- Using placeholders for dynamic fields
- Colour-coding change impact
- Linking controls to accountability
- Adding implementation notes
- Versioning across entity types
- Creating audit-ready narratives
- Updating mappings without rework
- Cross-referencing to ISO 27001
- Connecting to vendor management
- Scaling across fund types
- Documenting rationale for variance
Module 4. Operationalising evidence collection
Turn field inputs into structured, reusable contributions.
12 chapters in this module
- Designing collection templates
- Reducing follow-up with clarity
- Using standard fields across teams
- Routing for faster sign-off
- Validating inputs early
- Versioning source data
- Linking evidence to control IDs
- Automating metadata capture
- Managing exceptions efficiently
- Storing for audit trail
- Updating templates based on findings
- Training others to contribute
Module 5. Version control for compliance assets
Implement a system that tracks changes without losing institutional knowledge.
12 chapters in this module
- Naming versions clearly
- Storing current and past versions
- Communicating updates effectively
- Using change logs
- Highlighting critical updates
- Archiving deprecated materials
- Updating references across docs
- Managing concurrent edits
- Reviewing version history
- Training teams on version use
- Integrating with document systems
- Auditing version compliance
Module 6. Cross-functional validation workflows
Create repeatable processes for sign-off that prevent rework.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping stakeholder inputs
- Setting clear review criteria
- Reducing back-and-forth
- Using standard feedback codes
- Building consensus early
- Documenting decisions made
- Reusing approved positions
- Updating stakeholders efficiently
- Tracking resolution status
- Scaling across geographies
- Integrating legal review
- Versioning feedback rounds
Module 7. Adapting outputs for new fund types
Leverage existing artefacts when onboarding new structures.
12 chapters in this module
- Identifying transferable controls
- Assessing scope differences
- Reusing narrative blocks
- Updating risk assessments
- Validating with legal
- Versioning fund-specific packs
- Documenting deviations
- Linking to master library
- Training new teams
- Reducing time-to-readiness
- Capturing lessons learned
- Updating cross-fund templates
Module 8. Scaling the library across teams
Enable others to use and contribute to the compounding system.
12 chapters in this module
- Onboarding new users
- Documenting access rights
- Creating contributor guidelines
- Using templates consistently
- Maintaining quality control
- Sharing updates efficiently
- Collecting improvement ideas
- Versioning across departments
- Linking to risk registers
- Integrating with audit planning
- Measuring adoption
- Recognising contributions
Module 9. Updating for regulatory changes
Respond to EBA updates without rebuilding from scratch.
12 chapters in this module
- Monitoring for changes
- Assessing impact quickly
- Updating control mappings
- Revising evidence requirements
- Communicating changes
- Validating updated packs
- Versioning regulatory responses
- Linking to commentary
- Reusing unaffected sections
- Reducing cycle time
- Training teams on updates
- Documenting implementation
Module 10. Training new joiners using the library
Shorten ramp-up time using proven, documented work.
12 chapters in this module
- Creating orientation paths
- Linking to live examples
- Using annotated versions
- Documenting context
- Assigning reference materials
- Reducing onboarding queries
- Validating understanding
- Updating training content
- Capturing feedback
- Measuring time-to-competence
- Scaling across locations
- Maintaining training assets
Module 11. Sustaining the compounding system
Keep the library valuable and used over time.
12 chapters in this module
- Reviewing asset usefulness
- Retiring obsolete materials
- Updating naming standards
- Gathering user feedback
- Rewarding contributions
- Auditing library health
- Measuring time saved
- Reporting reuse metrics
- Updating playbook annually
- Integrating new tools
- Maintaining cross-team links
- Ensuring leadership support
Module 12. Extending to other frameworks
Apply the same compounding approach to PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and beyond.
12 chapters in this module
- Mapping to SOC 2
- Adapting for PCI DSS
- Extending to ISO 27001
- Linking to NIST CSF
- Reusing evidence structures
- Harmonising control language
- Reducing duplication
- Creating cross-framework views
- Training teams on extensions
- Versioning multi-standard packs
- Documenting mapping logic
- Scaling across domains
How this maps to your situation
- First audit cycle under DORA
- After a control failure or finding
- During team onboarding or expansion
- Ahead of regulatory change or inspection
Before vs. after
Before
Delivering DORA compliance as one-off projects with high rework, knowledge loss, and inconsistent outputs across cycles.
After
Building a self-reinforcing library of reusable artefacts that reduce effort over time and accelerate every future audit.
What's included with your purchase
- 12 modules with 12 chapters each (144 chapters)
- Downloadable templates and worked examples for every module
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
- 30-day money-back guarantee
Delivery and format
- Course and learning environment access provisioned within 24 hours of purchase
- Hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access
Format: Text-based modules and chapters in the Art of Service learning environment, plus downloadable templates and worked examples for every chapter, plus the hand-built implementation playbook delivered alongside course access.
Time investment: Approximately 2.5 hours per module, total 30 hours over 12 weeks with self-paced access.
How this compares to the alternatives
Unlike generic DORA training, this course focuses on building reusable assets, not just understanding requirements. Most alternatives stop at policy templates; this course delivers a system for compounding value across audits.
Frequently asked
Who is this course for?
Senior compliance and risk practitioners in financial institutions leading or contributing to DORA compliance who want to build a reusable, growing body of work.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Does the course cover PCI DSS or ISO 27001?
The core focus is DORA, but the final module shows how to extend the compounding system to other frameworks including PCI DSS and ISO 27001.
$199 one-time. Approximately 2.5 hours per module, total 30 hours over 12 weeks with self-paced access..
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