1) The document discusses challenges with third party due diligence including high costs and long turnaround times. It proposes redefining best practices to screen 100% of third parties through consistent and documented processes.
2) Key recommendations include understanding third party scope, conducting baseline screening for all parties, categorizing risk, escalating higher risk parties for further review, and ongoing monitoring.
3) Achieving a consistent 100% third party due diligence program requires screening all parties, clearly defining risk criteria, having standard escalation procedures, regularly reviewing the program, and monitoring third party risk over time.