Applying Software Testing Principles to Risk Management Control Testing
In today's dynamic business environment, robust risk management is crucial for organizational success. Traditional approaches to risk management control testing often focus on compliance, but they can benefit significantly from the rigorous methodologies developed in software testing. This presentation will explore how core software testing principles—such as test case design, automation, regression testing, and defect tracking—can be effectively applied to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of risk management control testing. Attendees will learn how to leverage these principles to identify potential control weaknesses, streamline testing processes, and ensure that risk management frameworks are both resilient and adaptable. Whether you are a risk management professional, an internal auditor, or someone interested in innovative approaches to control testing, this session will provide actionable insights and practical strategies to elevate your testing practices.
Sapna Natarajan is the Application Architect for a number of different products within Risk Tech space at Capital One. Prior to Capital One, Sapna led teams developing SaaS products for load testing and perfomance monitoring of websites that are widely used in the industry today. She has a Masters Degree in Computer Science and Engineering from Penn State University
Raghavan Sadagopan leads the Architecture and Engineering Excellence functions of a technology division at Capital One. As a Chief Architect for Risk, Audit & Compliance functions, Raghavan is focused on the product/technology strategy impacting how Risk Management is performed at the Enterprise. As the Technology leader leading the Engineering Excellence function for a Division, Raghavan enables & empowers Engineers to be effective and efficient at their work.