Our technology focus
Sepia Solutions works with a small number of established software platforms that support audit, compliance, risk management, and internal control functions. This focused approach allows us to develop and maintain a high level of expertise, ensuring that our clients receive consistent, practical, and well-informed support.
Rather than offering superficial coverage across a wide range of tools, we have chosen to specialise in technologies that are proven, widely adopted, and well suited to assurance and governance environments.
Arbutus Analytics
Arbutus Analytics is a specialised data analysis platform designed for data analysts, audit, compliance, and risk professionals. It enables assurance teams to analyse large and complex datasets, perform repeatable testing, and identify anomalies and patterns that may indicate risk or control weaknesses. The software is developed and maintained by Arbutus Software Inc., an established provider of data analytics solutions for assurance functions.
Sepia Solutions supports clients using Arbutus Analytics through training, implementation, consultancy, development, and ongoing support. Our work focuses on helping teams use the tool effectively within their existing audit and assurance methodologies, enabling repeatable testing, efficient analysis of large datasets, and the identification of anomalies and risk indicators.
We place particular emphasis on practical adoption, ensuring that data analysis activities are integrated into routine audit, risk, and control processes rather than treated as isolated technical exercises.
Pentana Audit
Pentana Audit is an audit management system supporting the full audit lifecycle, from planning and risk assessment through to execution, reporting, and follow-up. The platform is developed by Ideagen, a global provider of governance, risk, and compliance software.
Sepia Solutions provides services across the full Pentana Audit lifecycle, including implementation, configuration, data migration, training, consultancy, development, and long-term support. Our approach ensures that the system is aligned with each organisation’s audit methodology, governance framework, and reporting requirements.
By focusing on both technical configuration and practical use, we help audit, risk management, compliance, and internal control functions use Pentana Audit as an effective operational tool rather than simply a repository for documentation.
Our role as a partner
Our role extends beyond software provision. We work closely with our technology partners while maintaining a clear focus on our clients’ operational and governance needs. This includes advising on appropriate use of functionality, supporting adoption within teams, and helping clients maximise long-term value from their systems.
By combining technical expertise with practical experience in audit, compliance, risk management, and internal control, we aim to act as a reliable and knowledgeable partner throughout the lifecycle of the solutions we support.
Choosing the right technology
Selecting and implementing technology within assurance functions requires careful consideration of organisational context, maturity, and objectives. Sepia Solutions supports clients in making informed decisions and implementing solutions in a way that is proportionate, sustainable, and aligned with existing processes.
Our focus is on enabling effective use of technology as part of a broader governance and assurance framework, rather than technology for its own sake.
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Further information on how we support these platforms can be found in our Services section, or please contact us to discuss your requirements.
We truly look forward to conversing with you and learning about your organisation, your data analysis objectives or GRC initiatives.