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Leading Global Supplier of Enterprise-wide Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC), Audit and EHS Solutions. 

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Why Choose Optial? Powerful, Flexible & Trustworthy

Optial offers a powerful, flexible software platform for managing key business assurance activities more efficiently and more effectively.


By implementing Optial, strategic decision making can be better informed, operating costs significantly lowered and compliance ensured in an ever changing regulatory environment. Furthermore, accountability is secured through clarity of risk ownership and reputation is enhanced with a demonstrably disciplined approach to audit, risk management and compliance. Both of these factors aid the promotion of good governance.​​

20+ Years of industry experience.  
Optial solutions are implemented by Fortune 500 companies in 50+ countries.

Built on Experience, Designed for Tomorrow

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Seamless Collaboration
Tailored Solutions
Cost Effective
Future Proofing
Highly Experienced

Optial proudly works as one team with our clients. Collaboration and excellent customer service are our guiding principles

Optial provides a series of packaged solutions or can deliver custom solutions using its configuration module

Optial offers competitively priced solutions without compromise

Each software update is 100% guaranteed to be compatible with previous versions.

Founded in 2000, Optial has over twenty years of industry experience.

Our Solutions: Core Offerings

Our software solutions are built with modular architecture, comprising distinct, interchangeable modules to adapt to your unique business needs. Unsure of the best solution for you? Search by Rolevisit our Solutions Overview or Contact Us.

We Serve Organisations of Every Size

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Any Organisation, Any Size

From a single user to a global workforce, Optial grows effortlessly with you.

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Scalability for Growth

Adjust workflows and processes without disruptions, ensuring long-term success.

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Global Usability

Engage teams worldwide with seamless adoption in local languages.

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International Flexibility

Manage multi-currency transactions effortlessly, maintaining compliance and financial clarity.

Transformative Results with Optial Solutions

Discover how industry leaders are transforming their operations with our comprehensive GRC, Audit, and EHS solutions. Our collection of success stories showcases real-world examples of organisations that have achieved remarkable outcomes—from streamlined compliance and enhanced risk management to optimised operational efficiency.

First Fondene

First Fondene, an investment management firm in Oslo, replaced its cumbersome Excel-based tracking system with Optial's SmartStart GRC solution. Seeking a cost-effective, user-friendly tool for comprehensive risk and incident management, they selected SmartStart for its out-of-the-box functionality and seamless board-level reporting. By implementing dedicated modules for Incident Management and Risk Management, First Fondene now efficiently captures, assesses, and reports operational compliance data. Quick deployment via Optial's hosted service and focused training enabled a smooth transition, empowering the firm to centralise compliance and enhance decision-making. Read more...

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GRC Software: Strengthen Governance, Mitigate Risks & Ensure Compliance with GRC SmartStart

Elevate your business with GRC SmartStart - a unified platform that seamlessly integrates governance, risk management, and compliance.

  • Automate Controls & Ensure Compliance: Centralise your internal controls, monitor compliance activities, and automate reporting across regulatory frameworks.

  • Mitigate Risks Proactively: Identify and assess threats before they escalate—track key risk indicators, manage scenarios, and implement treatment plans through an integrated, real-time platform.

  • Adapt with Custom Modules: Choose the modules you need today—from risk and compliance to audit and planning—and scale effortlessly as your organisation evolves.

  • Streamline Workflows & Collaboration: Simplify audits, incident tracking, and policy management with system-wide workflows that boost transparency and cross-team efficiency.

  • Drive Informed Decisions with Real-Time Insights: Leverage dashboards, analytics, and advanced reporting to stay ahead of risks and make proactive, data-driven decisions.

  • Build Resilience & Strategic Value: Integrate business continuity planning and performance tracking to strengthen your organisation's resilience and align risk with long-term objectives.​

EHS Software: Streamline Compliance, Improve Safety & Reduce Risks with EHS Smartstart

Elevate your operational safety and compliance with EHS SmartStart, a modular, cloud-based platform designed to simplify complex regulatory demands.

  • Automate Compliance & Incident Management: Seamlessly track incidents, manage audits, and ensure continuous regulatory adherence with tools tailored to OSHA, EPA, and ISO standards.

  • Reduce Risks & Costs: Proactively identify hazards and lower expenses related to workplace incidents and compliance penalties through real-time risk assessments and streamlined workflows.

  • Enhance Usability & Integration: Deploy quickly with out-of-the-box configurations, secure Azure hosting, and seamless third-party data integrations.

  • Adapt with Custom Modules: SmartStart’s flexible, modular design lets you choose what you need now and scale effortlessly as your business grows.

  • Drive Proactive Decision-Making: Leverage real-time data analytics, comprehensive dashboard's and Gannt planners for immediate insights and strategic planning.​​

Case Studies & Customer Success

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Want to implement Optial solutions?

Speak with one of our experts to discover how our comprehensive solutions can transform your company. Experience our platform in action—book a demo now or contact us for personalised insights.

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