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Audit · Risk · AI-Enabled Automation
Governance, Risk &
AI-Powered
Control.
Specialist advisory for regulated industries — combining deep audit and compliance expertise with AI-enabled process automation and human-in-the-loop oversight.
ISO 27001 AdvisoryDORA ReadinessFCA Consumer DutyISO 31000 RiskAI-enabled Automation
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Great business ideas deserve more than ambition alone — they deserve the right foundations to succeed.
Khissain Pirov
Founder & CEO
A Message from the Founder & CEO
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Great business ideas deserve more than ambition alone — they deserve the right foundations to succeed.
Too often, strong businesses are held back not by a lack of vision, but by weak controls, inefficient processes, regulatory complexity, and operating models that struggle to keep pace with growth. Our philosophy is simple: businesses perform better when innovation is supported by discipline, governance, and practical execution.
We work with Financial Services firms, Fintechs, SMEs, Advisory Practices, and Entrepreneurs to help them build stronger, more resilient businesses through audit, risk management, regulatory compliance, and AI-enabled process improvement. Our focus is not only on identifying gaps, but on helping clients implement solutions that are proportionate, effective, and aligned with real commercial objectives.
We believe that controls should enable progress, not hinder it. Compliance should be practical, not performative. And automation should be intelligent, governed, and supported by human oversight where it matters most.
KPN was built on the conviction that businesses deserve trusted advice, thoughtful challenge, and practical solutions that help them grow with confidence. Whether we are strengthening a control framework, supporting regulatory readiness, or redesigning an operational process, our aim is always the same: to help our clients build businesses that are better managed, more resilient, and better prepared for sustainable success.
Khissain Pirov
Founder & CEO, KPN Advisory
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We believe that controls should enable progress, not hinder it.
KPN Advisory
ISO 27001:2022
ISMS Advisory
ISO 22301
Business Continuity
ISO 27701
Privacy Information Management
ISO 31000
Risk Management
EU DORA
Compliance & Readiness
UK Operational Resilience
Assessment & Implementation
FCA Consumer Duty
Compliance
ESG
Assessments
AI Governance
Responsible AI Frameworks
AI-enabled Automation
Human-in-the-loop
Why KPN
Advisory Expertise That Goes Beyond the Report
KPN Advisory brings together specialist knowledge in audit, risk, and regulatory compliance with a distinctive capability in AI-enabled process automation — all designed for organisations operating in complex, regulated environments.
We work with Financial Services firms, SME Fintechs, Advisory Businesses, and Entrepreneurs who need more than a generic consulting engagement. Our work is precise, practical, and built to last.
About KPN Advisory →Strategic Depth
Board-level advisory perspective grounded in hands-on implementation across complex regulated environments.
Implementation Capability
We do not just advise — we work alongside your team to build frameworks, controls, and processes that hold.
AI with Oversight
AI-enabled automation designed with human-in-the-loop controls at every critical decision point.
Regulatory Intelligence
Deep working knowledge of FCA, DORA, ISO standards, and ESG requirements keeps you ahead of change.
Find Your Starting Point
Advice Shaped Around Your Role
Whether you are leading strategy, managing compliance, overseeing technology, or driving financial operations — we provide specialist guidance that fits your specific responsibilities.
Not sure where to start? The Fintech Readiness Review covers all key areas in one session.
Book a Readiness Review →Our Practice Areas
Our Expertise
Three Pillars of Practice
Integrated expertise across advisory, regulatory, and operational domains — each distinct, each reinforcing the other.
Strategic Advisory
Audit, Assurance & Risk
Operational and IT audits, risk management frameworks, internal controls assessment, and ISO 27001 / ISO 31000 advisory — delivered with a board-level perspective.
- Operational Audits
- IT / ISMS Audits
- Business Process Reviews
- ISO 27001:2022 ISMS
- ISO 31000 Risk Framework
Regulatory & Resilience
Compliance & Resilience
Navigating the regulatory landscape with confidence — EU DORA, UK Operational Resilience, FCA Consumer Duty, ESG compliance, and regulatory implementation support.
- EU DORA Compliance
- UK Operational Resilience
- FCA Consumer Duty
- ESG Assessments
- Regulatory Implementation
Operational Solutions
AI-Enabled Automation
End-to-end process optimisation and workflow automation with embedded controls — designed for finance, operations, and compliance teams in regulated environments.
- Finance Operations Automation
- Trade Receivables Management
- FinOps Control Centre
- Payroll & HR Automation
- AI Process Solutions
KPN Solutions
Product-Led Operational Solutions
Purpose-built platforms and automation solutions that transform operational processes — with governance and control designed in from the start.
Who We Work With
Industries We Serve
Deep sector knowledge across regulated industries — we understand the unique pressures, obligations, and opportunities that define your operating environment.
Financial Services
Banks, wealth managers, insurers, and payment firms navigating audit requirements, regulatory obligations, and digital transformation.
- FCA regulatory compliance
- DORA readiness
- Operational resilience
- Risk frameworks
SME Fintech
Growth-stage fintechs requiring scalable control environments, compliance infrastructure, and automated operational processes.
- FCA authorisation support
- ISO 27001 ISMS
- Automated controls
- AI workflow integration
Advisory Firms
Professional service and advisory businesses seeking independent assurance, risk oversight, and operational excellence.
- Independent audit
- Risk governance
- Process optimisation
- ESG compliance
Entrepreneurs
Ambitious founders and business leaders building commercial operations that are efficient, compliant, and investment-ready from day one.
- Financial controls
- Process automation
- Compliance readiness
- Scalable operations
Track Record
Outcomes That Matter
12+
Regulatory Frameworks
Navigated across ISO, DORA, FCA, and ESG standards.
100%
Implementation Focus
Every engagement delivers actionable frameworks — not just reports.
AI + Human
Control by Design
Automation with human-in-the-loop oversight embedded at every critical step.
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Proprietary Solutions
Purpose-built operational platforms serving finance, payroll, and property.
Free Resource
DORA Readiness Checklist 2026
A practical checklist covering the eight critical areas every financial entity must address before the EU Digital Operational Resilience Act enforcement deadline. Used by our advisory team in client engagements.
What's covered
- 1ICT risk management framework assessment
- 2Incident classification & reporting thresholds
- 3Third-party provider (TPSP) oversight checklist
- 4Digital operational resilience testing (DORA Art. 24–27)
- 5Threat-led penetration testing (TLPT) readiness
- 6Information sharing arrangements review
- 7Board-level ICT governance documentation
- 8Business continuity & disaster recovery alignment
Download the Checklist
Enter your work email and we'll send you the DORA Readiness Checklist along with a brief note on where most firms fall short.
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Client Perspectives
What Our Clients Say
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KPN's approach to our ISO 27001 implementation was methodical, thorough, and genuinely practical. They understood our business constraints and delivered a framework we could actually operate — not just tick boxes.
Chief Operating Officer
SME Fintech, London
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The DORA readiness assessment gave us real clarity on our gaps and a credible remediation roadmap. KPN were precise, technically strong, and genuinely invested in our success.
Head of Risk & Compliance
Financial Services Firm
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The trade receivables automation project transformed how we operate. Manual reconciliation that used to take days now runs automatically with exception alerts — and there is a full audit trail at every step.
Finance Director
Professional Services
Strategic Partnerships
Our Partners
We collaborate with specialist advisory firms to extend the depth and breadth of support we can offer our clients.
Ready to Build a Control Environment That Scales With Your Business?
Start with a structured Fintech Readiness Review — or speak with an adviser about the specific challenge you are facing.
Specialist consultancy for Financial Services, Fintech, Advisory Firms & Entrepreneurs