Author: Srividhya Karthik

Srividhya Karthik, is a Content Lead at Sprinto, she artfully transforms the complex world of compliance into accessible and intriguing reads. Srividhya has half a decade of experience under her belt in the compliance world across frameworks such as SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR and more. She is a formidable authority in the domain and guides readers with expertise and clarity.

Blogs, SOC 2

How to Perform a SOC 2 Risk Assessment

In the cult movie Wall Street, Gordon Gekko unapologetically proclaims, “I don’t throw darts at a board. I bet on sure things.” Don’t worry. This isn’t an article in adoration of his shameless villainy. We want to direct your attention to what he was particularly good at – hedging his risks before making a play….

Blogs, SOC 2

SOC 2 Compliance Cost 2026: Planning A Comprehensive Compliance Budget

SOC 2 Certification Cost : Quick Snapshot SOC 2 certification cost varies widely, but most companies spend between $30,000 and $150,000 to complete the process, depending on audit scope, organization size, auditor choice, and readiness level. Type 1 audits typically range from $5,000–$25,000, while Type 2 audits — which require testing controls over time — often fall between $7,000–$50,000+….

Blogs, ISO 27001

Writing an Effective ISO 27001 Scope Statement Made Easy

Just like how a building is only as good as its foundation, your ISO 27001 certification is only as good as the scope of your Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). Writing the scope statement, therefore, is undeniably one of the most critical things you will do when you kickstart your ISO 27001 compliance journey. To…

Blogs, SOC 2

What is in SOC 2 Report Example – Detailed Breakdown

TL;DR SOC 2 reports are comprehensive assessments of an organization’s security controls, typically containing five main sections: Management Assertion, Independent Auditor’s Report, System Description, Trust Services Criteria and Test Results, and Other Information. The Independent Auditor’s Report section is crucial, providing an opinion on compliance (unqualified, qualified, adverse, or disclaimer), while the System Description offers…

Blogs, HIPAA

HIPAA-Compliant Website

Data breaches may be inevitable for healthcare organizations. But implementing HIPAA safeguards can go a long way toward helping you protect confidential patient information. But what’s that got to with your website? A lot. Especially if you host or plan on hosting a website that stores or transmits protected health information. Your website isn’t just…

Blogs, ISO 27001

ISO 27001 Statement of Applicability: A Comprehensive Guide to Annex A Controls

TL;DR Statement of Applicability (SoA) is the core ISO 27001 document that maps your risks → selected Annex A controls → implementation evidence. It must list all applicable controls, justify exclusions, and show how each control is implemented, making it the primary reference for auditors. The SoA is built from your risk assessment + risk…