Author: Payal Wadhwa

HIPAA vs SOC 2: Key Rules, Scope, and Compliance Steps

Your team already has a SOC 2 report in place. For a while, that covered what clients needed during security reviews. But now a healthcare client is asking about HIPAA. The team’s unsure why SOC 2 isn’t enough and what HIPAA adds that SOC 2 doesn’t. This scenario comes up often when businesses start working…

ISO 42001 Training: A Complete Guide (2025 Updated)

You’ve defined your AI governance policy. Your risk register is in place. But the engineering team isn’t sure what “traceability” looks like. Your auditors are asking for control mapping. And your L&D lead is still figuring out which teams need training—and what kind. This is where most ISO 42001 journeys stall. ISO/IEC 42001 training closes…

SOC 1 Bridge Letters: Keeping Stakeholder Confidence Intact

If you’ve completed a SOC 1 (System and Organization Controls 1) audit, you know that tasks like testing and documenting controls don’t end with the final report. Often, there’s a gap between your audit period and your client’s year-end.  This is where a bridge letter comes in. It’s a simple way of saying, “Nothing major…

What Is a FedRAMP Audit? Why It Matters, Process, and Preparation Steps

The federal government spent over $17 billion on cloud services in 2024. But accessing this massive market requires more than a great product. It demands rigorous security validation. To achieve that, Cloud Service Providers (CSPs) looking to work with federal agencies must comply with the Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP).  FedRAMP is a…

Honest Vanta Review: What It Gets Right  and Where It Falls Short

If you’ve been evaluating compliance automation tools, Vanta has likely made it into your list. It’s one of the most recognized platforms in security compliance, offering support for SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and more. Known for its clean UI and quick time-to-value, Vanta promises a smoother path to audit-readiness. And it does…

ISO 9001 Audit Explained: Types, Cost, How to Prepare, & More

When quality is central to how your business runs—manufacturing, logistics, or service delivery—ISO 9001 audits are part of the equation. They test whether your systems hold up, not just in theory but in actual daily work. Miss, and you risk delays, failed deals, or repeat issues that should’ve been caught earlier.  Understanding how this audit…