SOC 2 Archives

SOC 2 Requirements: A Comprehensive Guide to Getting Compliant Quickly

A big ticket deal seems to be progressing well. The final demo went smoothly. The prospect seems eager to sign the deal, even giving you a verbal thumbs-up pending last-minute approvals. And then, out of left field, comes an email asking you to send over your SOC 2 report. Panic sets in. Slack threads light…

Blogs, ISO 27001, SOC 2

SOC 2 vs ISO 27001: Which Security Standard is Right for You?

SOC 2 and ISO 27001 have been the most common contenders in the compliance landscape, and many companies ask us which one they need. Is one better than the other? The answer depends on several factors and can vary depending on what you’re looking for. Read on to understand the differences and similarities between the…

A Beginner’s Guide to the SOC 2 Trust Principles

Blogs, SOC 2

How to Choose Your SOC 2 Trust Principles: A Framework for SaaS Leaders

Prospects starting with SOC 2 often rely on guesswork when choosing the TSCs that apply to their organization. It’s one of the first decisions in the SOC 2 journey, and it directly shapes your audit scope, cost, and timelines. Choosing correctly ensures you meet customer expectations without overextending your team.This guide breaks down what each…

Blogs, GDPR, SOC 2

SOC 2 vs GDPR Explained: Key Differences, Overlaps, and Smart Compliance Mapping

Compliance leaders in SaaS companies are under pressure—enterprise clients demand SOC 2 reports, while GDPR regulators require strict privacy controls. But here’s the challenge: understanding the difference between SOC 2 and GDPR is tricky—they overlap just enough to create confusion, and differ just enough to cause duplication. And if you’re scaling fast, the cost of…

SOC 2

SOC 2 for Enterprises: Implementation Steps and Key Challenges

SOC 2 (Service Organization Control 2) is a leading compliance framework created by the AICPA that checks if a company’s security controls meet the five ‘Trust Service Criteria’: Security, Availability, Processing Integrity, Confidentiality, and Privacy. A SOC 2 certification provides independent assurance that your company follows best practices to keep data secure and services reliable….

Blogs, SOC 1, SOC 2, SOC 3

Service Organization Controls (SOC) Reports: Types & Step to follow

In late 2023, the AICPA refreshed its Trust Services Criteria on September 30 and followed up on October 1 with a detailed attestation guide for SOC for Cybersecurity engagements. That summer, the SEC’s July 26 rule began requiring public companies to disclose material cybersecurity incidents within four business days and outline their risk-management governance in…