GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) is a structured approach to align business and technology goals while managing risks and regulatory compliance. It involves processes, people and technologies to coordinate corporate governance, enterprise risk management, and adherence to compliance standards. GRC emerged in the early 21st century as companies recognized the need to holistically manage governance, risk, and compliance. Key skills for GRC include strong information security knowledge, experience with IT governance and risk management, and strong communication skills.