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TPRM Teams Turn to AI as Vendor Risk Complexity Outpaces Resources
As third-party ecosystems become more complex, TPRM teams are under pressure to manage growing risks with limited resources. In this Q&A, Ed Thomas discusses how organizations are prioritizing critical suppliers, strengthening resilience oversight, and using AI to improve due diligence and efficiency. He also explores the limitations of traditional assessments, emerging AI-related vendor risks, and why data-driven risk management will be essential for the future of TPRM.
Nov 03, 2026
Ed Thomas, Senior Vice President, ProcessUnity
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Vendor and Third Party Risk
The views and opinions expressed in this content are those of the thought leader as an individual and are not attributed to CeFPro or any other organization
- Explores
the biggest challenges currently facing TPRM leaders.
- Examines
how organizations are assessing and governing AI-enabled vendors.
- Discusses
the characteristics of resilient and mature TPRM programs.
- Looks at
the future evolution of third-party risk management.
- Highlights why AI skills will be essential for TPRM professionals.
- Shares practical insights on using AI to scale due diligence and risk oversight.
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