[ Essenti... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/essential-erm/reviews) [ Essenti... Reviews ](https://www.g2.com/products/essential-erm/reviews) # Essential ERM Features ##### ## Case Management (3) Intake Capture case information from multiple communication channels Assignment Deliver rules to assign cases based on type and priority Escalation Ability to escalate cases using workflows Show More ##### ## Analytics (3) Monitoring Track all activities related to a case, including audit trails Metrics Provide metrics to track case progress or success rates Compliance Monitor various types of case compliance Show More ##### ## Risk Management (4) Risk Identification Identify various risk factors such as the inadequate use of technology, human factor, or external risks. Risk Classification Ability to classify risks based on risk type, severity, and custom criteria. Risk Methodology Support for various methodologies and frameworks for risk management. Goals Monitoring Monitor risk management performance against goals and objectives. Show More ##### ## Business Continuity Management (2) Recovery Plans Ability to create and compare recovery plans using standard out of the box templates. Crisis Management Procedures to implement crisis management plans and actions. Show More ##### ## Platform (4) Integration Delivers APIs and standard integrations with other software systems. Security & Privacy Complies with security and privacy regulations and standards. Mobile Access Allows users to access the software using mobile devices. Flexibility Facilitates software configuration without the need for technical experise. Show More ##### ## Services (4) Implementation Assists customes through all the phases of the implementation process. Training & Learning Provides software users with training courses and learning content. Customer Support Delivers customer and technical support, directly or trough partners. Professional Services The vendor provides consulting services such as business process reengineering. Show More ##### ## Data Collection (3) Data Types Manages quantitative and qualitative data for environmental, social, and governance activities Data Sources Combines data from multiple sources such as software solutions, public websites, and spreadsheets Third Party Uses data from third party sources such as Bloomberg and DowJones Show More ##### ## Reporting (3) Ratings Provides ratings to rank companies based on their ESG programs Investment Generates reports for existing investors or to attract financing Public Creates reports that can be shared with the public, employees, customers, and partners Show More ##### ## Integration (3) Governance, Risk & Compliance Integrate with GRC software such as GRC Platforms, Audit management, and Policy management Finance Integrate with financial solutions such as accounting and ERP systems Environmental, Quality and Safety Management Integrate with EHS software such as Environmental Health and Safety and Quality Management Systems (QMS) Show More ##### ## Generative AI (4) AI Text Generation Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. AI Text Generation Allows users to generate text based on a text prompt. AI Text Summarization Condenses long documents or text into a brief summary. Show More ##### ## Risk Management - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting (4) Communications Facilitate communications with various stakeholders on ESG initiatives Risk Identification Help users identify ESG related risks to proactively address them Risk Assessment Evaluate the impact of ESG related risks on the company and its ecosystem Strategic Planning Define and implement strategies to improve ESG initiatives Show More ##### ## Reporting - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting (5) Benchmarking & Competitive Analysis Provide ESG benchmarking data and competitive analysis functionality Actionable Insights Deliver action items to improve ESG initiatives based on historical data AI-Enabled ESG Reporting Use AI or GAI technology to optimize ESG management and reporting Performance Tracking Monitor the performance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) initiatives over time Compliance Reporting Build reports around specific compliance requirements and directives such as CSR and CS3D. Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Regulatory Change Management (5) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Multi-step Planning Ability to break down and plan multi-step processes Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Natural Language Interaction Engages in human-like conversation for task delegation Proactive Assistance Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Investigation Management (2) Cross-system Integration Works across multiple software systems or databases Proactive Assistance Anticipates needs and offers suggestions without prompting Show More ##### ## Agentic AI - Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting (2) Autonomous Task Execution Capability to perform complex tasks without constant human input Decision Making Makes informed choices based on available data and objectives Show More ## Top-Rated Alternatives [ ![Optro](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/8097120d5d97da2284759bf528fe5a60/optro.svg "Optro") Optro 4.6/5(1,607) ](https://www.g2.com/products/optro/reviews) [ ![Workiva](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/8845cbdae0f5f9ef98fcde16c1e2f544/workiva-workiva.svg "Workiva") Workiva 4.5/5(2,148) ](https://www.g2.com/products/workiva-workiva/reviews) [ ![Sprinto](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/24e646421f73973d5ae14305955f1542/sprinto-inc.svg "Sprinto") Sprinto 4.7/5(1,676) ](https://www.g2.com/products/sprinto-inc/reviews) [ View All Alternatives ](https://www.g2.com/products/essential-erm/competitors/alternatives) Essential ERM Comparisons ![Product Avatar Image](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/image/small_square/small_square_df1476a3f6b1c765553721988715ed7e/optro.jpeg "Product Avatar Image") Optro 4.6/5(1,607) [ Compare Now ](https://www.g2.com/compare/essential-erm-vs-optro) ##### Categories on G2 [ Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) ](https://www.g2.com/categories/enterprise-risk-management-erm)[ Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting ](https://www.g2.com/categories/environmental-social-and-governance-esg-reporting)[ Regulatory Change Management ](https://www.g2.com/categories/regulatory-change-management) [ Investigation Management ](https://www.g2.com/categories/investigation-management) Show More ##### Explore More [ Which application monitoring software is top-rated by tech startups ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-application-monitoring-software-is-top-rated-by-tech-startups)[ What CLM software works well for in-house legal teams at mid-size companies that need contract tracking but not a full enterprise procurement suite? ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-clm-software-works-well-for-in-house-legal-teams-at-mid-size-companies-that-need-contract-tracking-but-not-a-full-enterprise-procurement-suite)[ Best tools for forecasting cloud usage costs ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-best-tools-for-forecasting-cloud-usage-costs) [ Best API development software for enterprise integrations ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/best-api-development-software-for-enterprise-integrations)[ Top platforms for feedback trend analysis ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-top-platforms-for-feedback-trend-analysis)[ Pros and Cons Details ](https://www.g2.com/products/essential-erm/reviews?qs=pros-and-cons) Show More [ Which application monitoring software is top-rated by tech startups ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/which-application-monitoring-software-is-top-rated-by-tech-startups)[ What CLM software works well for in-house legal teams at mid-size companies that need contract tracking but not a full enterprise procurement suite? ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-clm-software-works-well-for-in-house-legal-teams-at-mid-size-companies-that-need-contract-tracking-but-not-a-full-enterprise-procurement-suite)[ Best tools for forecasting cloud usage costs ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-best-tools-for-forecasting-cloud-usage-costs) [ Best API development software for enterprise integrations ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/best-api-development-software-for-enterprise-integrations)[ Top platforms for feedback trend analysis ](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-are-the-top-platforms-for-feedback-trend-analysis)[ Pros and Cons Details ](https://www.g2.com/products/essential-erm/reviews?qs=pros-and-cons)