Glossary of Compliance
Compliance Glossary
Our list of curated compliance glossary offers everything you to know about compliance in one place.
SSAE16
SSAE 16, or the Statement on Standards for Attestation Engagements No. 16, is a set of guidelines and auditing standards published by the Auditing Standards Board of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. It provides guidance on how service companies can report on the compliance controls they have in place, and has been updated to redefine the standards for such reporting.
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NIST Cybersecurity Best Practices
The NIST cybersecurity framework holds a reputable name in the world of cybersecurity. It is mandatory for companies within the US federal network but companies from other industries like SaaS and tech can also adopt it should they have clients within the network. Unlike many other frameworks, NIST has a non-typical approach to implementation and…
10 Compliance Standards That Are Must-HavesÂ
“The cost of non-compliance is great. If you think compliance is expensive, try non-compliance” – Former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Paul McNulty. These words ring truer than ever in today’s hyperconnected, data-centric world. Beyond the legal and financial ramifications, non-compliance can lead to plummeting valuations, reputational damage, and lost business opportunities. Adhering to relevant compliance…
Guide to Vendor Risk Management
When a company works with a third party, vendors often gain access to sensitive data that is processed on behalf of the company. This compounds the risk of exposure and therefore becomes an extension of their compliance needs. Because of this, businesses consider vendor risk management as a crucial point of contention when developing a…
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