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NNPCL
As one of Africa’s largest oil and gas corporations, the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation Limited (NNPCL) operates in a highly dynamic and regulated industry. The organization required a robust solution to improve governance, manage risks, and ensure compliance with both local and international standards. Fragmented systems, manual processes, and growing security demands presented significant challenges, requiring a partner with the expertise to deliver a transformative solution.
IRSL worked with NNPCL to implement SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions, enabling the organization to streamline operations, enhance internal controls, and meet regulatory requirements with confidence.
Date:
2018 – Present
Category:
SAP Implementation

01. Сhallenge
NNPCL, Nigeria’s leading oil and gas company, faced challenges in managing governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) effectively across its expansive operations. With a complex organizational structure, stringent regulatory requirements, and increasing demand for real-time data access, NNPCL required a solution to streamline its risk management processes and secure sensitive information across various departments. The existing systems were fragmented, and there was a clear need for an integrated solution that could ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and improve internal controls across its operations.
To tackle these issues, NNPCL sought a comprehensive GRC solution that could centralize governance processes and enhance their risk management frameworks in line with industry standards. IRSL’s expertise in SAP solutions, particularly in SAP Access Control and SAP Process Control, was called upon to address these needs.
02. Solutions
IRSL implemented SAP Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) solutions, including SAP Access Control and SAP Process Control, tailored to NNPCL’s unique requirements.
These solutions provided NNPCL with a unified platform for managing user access, ensuring that only authorized personnel could access critical systems, and streamlining internal processes to safeguard against fraud and compliance risks.
Key aspects of the solution included:
- Access Control: Streamlined access management to ensure secure, role-based permissions.
- Process Control: Enhanced operational transparency and compliance tracking.
- End-User and Management Training: Delivered comprehensive SAP training programs to equip NNPCL staff with the skills needed for optimal solution utilization.
- Ongoing Support: Provided continuous operational support to ensure the seamless use and optimization of SAP GRC solutions since 2019.
From 2019 onwards, IRSL’s team has been instrumental in the operationalization of SAP Access Control and SAP Process Control, optimizing them to meet the dynamic needs of NNPCL.
03. Results
The SAP GRC solutions implemented by IRSL significantly improved NNPCL’s ability to manage access control and monitor internal processes. By centralizing these functions, NNPCL was able to:
- Enhance Compliance: The SAP GRC solutions helped streamline compliance with national and international regulatory requirements, providing real-time visibility into governance processes.
- Improve Risk Management: The system allowed for better identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across NNPCL’s operations.
- Streamline Processes: Reduced complexity in managing access and processes, allowing NNPCL to focus on its strategic goals.
- Boost Operational Efficiency: Automated processes reduced manual intervention, leading to improved accuracy and speed in addressing governance and risk management challenges.
The training programs facilitated by IRSL also empowered NNPCL’s staff to maximize the benefits of SAP GRC, enabling them to proactively manage risks and maintain compliance with greater ease.
As a result, NNPCL has experienced a significant reduction in risk-related incidents and has been able to enhance its overall governance framework, ensuring smoother operations and improved transparency.