[Verse 1] When chaos rules your compliance game And policies lack structure or a name Start building from the ground up, layer by layer With formal languages as your prayer First comes vocabulary, terms defined so clear SBVR principles will make meanings appear Every word controlled, precision is the key This foundation sets your organization free [Chorus] Five layers strong, we build it right Vocabulary, authoring in sight Data models, enforcement too Verification sees us through V-A-D-E-V, remember the way Formal controls will save the day [Verse 2] Layer two is where we author with care ACE-like patterns floating in the air Actor, action, object in a line Frequency and condition by design Semi-formal statements, humans can read Machine processing plants the seed Five elements structured, clear and bright Management controls done right [Chorus] Five layers strong, we build it right Vocabulary, authoring in sight Data models, enforcement too Verification sees us through V-A-D-E-V, remember the way Formal controls will save the day [Verse 3] OSCAL brings the data model home Machine-readable, no need to roam Control catalogs and frameworks map Assessment results bridge the gap Interoperability is the goal Regulatory compliance for the whole Layer three connects the enterprise Data flowing before your eyes [Bridge] Technical controls in Rego shine Cedar policies form the line Traceability links them back Keep your enforcement on track For critical controls, verify Deontic logic reaches high Consistency checked, risks contained Formal methods have remained [Chorus] Five layers strong, we build it right Vocabulary, authoring in sight Data models, enforcement too Verification sees us through V-A-D-E-V, remember the way Formal controls will save the day [Outro] Build it layered, build it smart Formal languages, that's the art From vocabulary to verification's end Management controls you can defend
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