In this episode of The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the GRC Technology Galaxy, Michael Rasmussen sits down with Renee Murphy, analyst, advisor, and master storyteller, to look back at the origins of the term “GRC” and trace how the technology space has evolved since its early days.

Together they reflect on their parallel paths as analysts shaping the field, sharing what has worked, what hasn’t, and what needs to change. The conversation explores the good, the bad, and the ugly of GRC technology and implementation, from ambitious vendor promises to the realities of deployment. They also discuss what the next generation of buyers (millennials and Gen Z) expect from GRC solutions, and what providers must do to earn their trust.

Part history lesson, part candid roadmap, this episode offers practical best practices, unfiltered insights, and a reminder that the GRC galaxy is still expanding and those who adapt will chart the course forward.