ISO 27001 vs ISO 27002: What’s the Difference?
More often than not, you have to convincingly demonstrate data security to inspire confidence and trust when you win a new client or enter new geographies. The ISO 27000 series, developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in partnership with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), offers a globally-accepted information security benchmark in this regard. …
Sep 06, 2024
SOC 2 Automation: What Is It, and Why Do You Need It?
SOC 2 automation helps streamline the preparation for the audit process by assisting with scoping your report, outlining necessary actions, and running assessments to ensure you’re ready for the audit. While not everything in a SOC 2 audit can be automated, automating what you can is a huge time-saver and cost-cutter for your business. Compliance…
Sep 06, 2024
Importance of HIPAA to Patients and Industries
The United States’ Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act is touted as one of the most stringent healthcare legislations in the world. And with good reason. It standardizes the best practices to protect patient information and vests individuals with legal rights to enforce them, making the healthcare industry accountable. It, therefore, becomes imperative for cloud-hosted…
Aug 02, 2024
FedRAMP and SOC 2: What’s the Difference?
How can your customers assess whether you are as secure as you claim to be? By asking for an independent, third-party audit and review of your information security posture. But what about when your prospect is one of the US federal agencies? A SOC 2 attestation wouldn’t cut the mark here. You will need a…
Apr 05, 2024
How to get SOC 2 Type 2 Certification
Getting a SOC 2 type 2 certification is critical to building trust and demonstrating to your customers that you take data security and protection seriously. While there isn’t any legal obligation to comply with SOC 2, getting your organization SOC 2 attested has many advantages. For one, it helps you stand out and removes friction…
Mar 25, 2024
Aceing Risk Assessment Ahead of Your SOC 2 Audit
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 point your focus to what he was quite good at – hedging his risks before making a play….
Jan 14, 2024