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Faster path from DORA intent to completed compliance artefact

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A tailored course, built for your situation

Faster path from DORA intent to completed compliance artefact

A 12-module course to accelerate DORA compliance delivery without rework

$199 one-time
24-hour access provisioning 30-day money-back guarantee 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.
Spending too long translating DORA requirements into audit-ready outputs

The situation this course is for

Project managers in regulated financial firms often face repeated review cycles because initial submissions lack examiner-grade specificity. This creates delays, increases workload, and slows time-to-sign-off, even when the intent is correct.

Who this is for

Project Manager in a financial institution implementing DORA compliance, focused on timely delivery of audit-ready artefacts without reinventing the wheel

Who this is not for

This is not for consultants selling DORA services, auditors, or teams focused only on high-level policy drafting without execution.

What you walk away with

  • Complete DORA-mapped control documentation in half the review cycles
  • Produce examiner-ready reports with embedded acceptance criteria
  • Eliminate rework loops between compliance and implementation teams
  • Turn regulatory text into working templates in under 48 hours
  • Confidently lead cross-functional DORA delivery without senior escalation

The 12 modules (with all 144 chapters)

Module 1. DORA Article-by-Article Breakdown
Map each DORA article to actionable project requirements using real EBA guidance examples.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Article 1 scope
  2. Article 2 definitions
  3. Article 3 governance
  4. Article 4 roles
  5. Article 5 oversight
  6. Article 6 third parties
  7. Article 7 incident reporting
  8. Article 8 digital operational resilience
  9. Article 9 testing
  10. Article 10 information sharing
  11. Article 11 regulator engagement
  12. Article 12 compliance timelines
Module 2. From Directive to Work Plan
Convert regulatory language into sprint-ready deliverables with built-in validation checks.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identify mandatory clauses
  2. Extract artefact requirements
  3. Set milestone triggers
  4. Assign ownership
  5. Define acceptance criteria
  6. Map to internal systems
  7. Build validation checklist
  8. Schedule sign-off gates
  9. Track revision history
  10. Integrate feedback loops
  11. Archive for audit
  12. Update on regulatory change
Module 3. Control Mapping at Speed
Apply NIST CSF and ISO 27001 controls directly to DORA articles without abstraction layers.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Use existing ISMS controls
  2. Map NIST CSF functions
  3. Leverage SOC 2 reports
  4. Align with PCI DSS domains
  5. Cross-walk to COBIT
  6. Document overlap justification
  7. Highlight gaps conservatively
  8. Use precedent from FFIEC
  9. Link to internal audits
  10. Automate control tagging
  11. Validate with legal
  12. Preserve version lineage
Module 4. Incident Reporting Framework
Build a repeatable incident registration and escalation process that meets EBA timelines.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Define reportable event
  2. Set detection thresholds
  3. Assign incident owner
  4. Create initial notice template
  5. Build escalation matrix
  6. Log within 2 hours
  7. File within 12
  8. Update within 24
  9. Archive communication
  10. Trigger testing review
  11. Link to remediation
  12. Close with evidence
Module 5. Third-Party Risk Acceleration
Fast-track vendor reviews using pre-approved clauses and standardized assessment templates.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Identify critical vendors
  2. Apply DORA Article 6
  3. Use standardized questionnaire
  4. Extract right-to-audit clauses
  5. Verify resiliency testing
  6. Document failover capability
  7. Require SOC 2 Type II
  8. Validate incident reporting
  9. Enforce sub-contractor terms
  10. Track contract expiry
  11. Schedule re-assessment
  12. Archive due diligence
Module 6. Testing and Drills Execution
Run effective resilience testing with minimal disruption and maximum compliance coverage.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Define test scope
  2. Classify system criticality
  3. Schedule annual drills
  4. Design scenario variety
  5. Include third parties
  6. Simulate incident
  7. Measure response time
  8. Document gaps
  9. Assign remediation
  10. Track closure
  11. Report to board
  12. Update playbook
Module 7. Documentation That Sticks
Build a living compliance repository that survives staff changes and audit cycles.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Choose central location
  2. Set version control
  3. Define access roles
  4. Structure by article
  5. Link controls to evidence
  6. Embed examiner notes
  7. Update automatically
  8. Archive legacy versions
  9. Integrate with Jira
  10. Sync with ServiceNow
  11. Back up nightly
  12. Audit access logs
Module 8. Stakeholder Alignment Without Delays
Get faster sign-offs by pre-answering reviewer questions in the artefact itself.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Anticipate legal pushback
  2. Pre-fill auditor questions
  3. Include precedent references
  4. Add implementation notes
  5. Clarify exemption rationale
  6. Link to policy
  7. Highlight risk trade-offs
  8. Use plain English
  9. Attach evidence links
  10. Summarize impact
  11. Include next steps
  12. Close the loop
Module 9. Rework Prevention Tactics
Design first-time-right outputs by baking in validation from the start.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Use examiner checklist
  2. Apply EBA Q&A
  3. Incorporate peer feedback
  4. Standardize wording
  5. Validate with legal
  6. Run dry audits
  7. Fix common omissions
  8. Use acceptance rubric
  9. Preserve rationale
  10. Train new staff
  11. Update templates
  12. Reduce exceptions
Module 10. Automation-Ready Templates
Build templates that feed into future tooling, without waiting for IT projects.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Design for import
  2. Use consistent headers
  3. Leave API fields
  4. Avoid merged cells
  5. Label evidence tabs
  6. Standardize naming
  7. Embed metadata
  8. Version in filename
  9. Use machine-readable format
  10. Support bulk upload
  11. Integrate with Power BI
  12. Prepare for Databricks
Module 11. Cross-Functional Handoffs
Eliminate delays when moving compliance work between teams.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Define exit criteria
  2. Create transition checklist
  3. Set SLA expectations
  4. Assign backup owners
  5. Document decisions
  6. Host handover meeting
  7. Share artefact access
  8. Set follow-up date
  9. Capture feedback
  10. Improve next cycle
  11. Track accountability
  12. Close with confirmation
Module 12. Sustained Compliance at Pace
Keep artefacts current and audit-ready without starting over every cycle.
12 chapters in this module
  1. Set quarterly review
  2. Monitor regulatory updates
  3. Subscribe to EBA alerts
  4. Update control mappings
  5. Revalidate third parties
  6. Re-run tests
  7. Revise incident plans
  8. Refresh training
  9. Archive outdated versions
  10. Report completion
  11. Celebrate milestones
  12. Optimize next round

How this maps to your situation

  • First-time DORA compliance project
  • Undergoing internal audit or regulator prep
  • Leading cross-functional team with mixed familiarity
  • Working under compressed timeline with senior oversight

Before vs. after

Before
DORA compliance requires multiple review cycles, heavy rework, and constant clarification across teams.
After
DORA artefacts are examiner-ready the first time, delivered in half the time with minimal escalation.

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 3 hours per module, designed to be completed in parallel with active DORA work.

If nothing changes
Without a streamlined approach, DORA compliance will continue to consume disproportionate project time, increase exposure to audit findings, and delay broader resilience initiatives.

How this compares to the alternatives

Unlike generic DORA overviews or dense legal summaries, this course delivers actionable steps, real templates, and direct mappings to examiner expectations, so you move from reading to doing in hours, not weeks.

Frequently asked

Who is this course for?
Project Managers and compliance leads in financial firms implementing DORA for the first time or under tight deadlines.
How is the course structured?
12 modules, each containing 12 chapters (144 chapters total).
Will I get templates?
Yes: every module includes a downloadable, customizable template based on real DORA submissions.
$199 one-time. Approximately 3 hours per module, designed to be completed in parallel with active DORA work..

Within 24 hours your account in the learning environment is provisioned and the tailored implementation playbook is delivered alongside it.

30-day money-back guarantee· 144 chapters· Hand-built playbook included· Account access within 24 hours