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    Everything we knew about SOC 2 was wrong
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    Essential Steps and Requirements for SOC 2 Compliance

    SOC 2 reports are independent assessments conducted by certified public accounting firms or other qualified auditors. These reports provide a level of...
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    Our SOC 2 and what it means

    In November 2022, we released our SOC 2 Type I report to demonstrate our commitment to securing our clients sensitive information assets.
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    The timeline, the steps, and what’s involved for compliance

    When planning for your compliance goals, you'll want to understand the timeline, steps, and actual activities before diving right in.
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    Comparing SOC 2 and ISO 27001 in practice

    The two most common globally recognised, cross-industry, information security standards, are SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Despite about 80% overlap in what...
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    SOC 2 + Options

    SOC 2 + is growing in popularity to combine a commonly accepted information security standard with other specific requirements.
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    Straight to SOC 2 Type 2

    While we recommend a Type 1 prior to Type 2, we've conceded straight to Type 2 is a growing preference. Our focus has shifted to how we can enable it!
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    How to Align Your SOC 2 to the CDR

    The SOC 2 Plus CDR approach to accreditation requires a few tweaks from the standard SOC 2 reporting approach.
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    Why SOC 2 for CDR Accreditation?

    There are three (3) major benefits to achieving accreditation through the more established SOC 2 reporting standard.
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    'Process-Light' SOC 2

    As the leading provider of SOC 2 reports to small-mid size cloud services businesses in Asia-Pacific, we get a lot of questions about how to achieve...
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    Why Issue a SOC 3 Report?

    SOC 3 is often overlooked; caused by common misconceptions. What is it and why would you issue SOC 3?
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    SOC 2: The 5 Trust Services Categories

    The SOC 2 audit, which can help demonstrate an organisation's commitment to protecting customer data, provides a level of flexibility that is unique...
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    SOC 2: Solving compliance with one standard

    There’s a reason we almost always recommend SOC 2 as the solution to your compliance requirements.
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    SOC 1, SOC 2, or ASAE 3150 for CDR Accreditation?

    The CDR accreditation requires an independently audited SOC report to demonstrate the minimum set of information security controls.

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    7 Tips for Using Your SOC 2 Report

    You've done the hard work achieving SOC 2. It's time to get value from your investment. How do you communicate this achievement?

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    Automating SOC 2

    It's amazing how many products "automate SOC 2". Many of these solutions are highly effective. None of them "automate SOC 2". Here's why.

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    A Successful SOC 2 Engagement

    We see a lot of variation in the timeline and success of our clients SOC 2 projects. Workvivo set a new benchmark and we explore why.

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    Six Reasons to do SOC Type 1 Reports First

    There's five reasons to obtain a Type 1 report prior to Type 2 report, when it comes to SOC 1 or SOC 2 reporting.

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    SOC 2: Cybersecurity by Accountants

    Why is a security standard is issued and maintained by an accountancy body? What does the AICPA know about cybersecurity?

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    The 7 Steps to SOC 2

    Reach new business opportunities and close deals faster, with 7 steps to achieve SOC 2!

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    SOC 2 Timeline

    What's the timeline for achieving SOC 2?What are the milestones and activities?What should you tell your customers about the timeline?

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    How to Pass Your SOC Audit

    Everyone wants the silver bullet for SOC 2. We don't have that, but our tips can ensure you are well set up for success!

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    SOC 2: Introduction

    Have you been asked for a SOC 2 and left wondering what that means?You're not alone, we get that question all the time. Let us explain.

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    SOC 2 Scope: How It’s Defined

    Have you been asked what your SOC 2 scope is? Our clients are often confused by this question. We explore what it means and how it works.

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    What does a SOC 2 Cost?

    How much should you be paying for your SOC 2 report(s)? What are the drivers of the cost?

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    SOC 2 FAQ

    We get all sorts of weird and wonderful questions about SOC 2. We explore the common ones in this FAQ.

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    Myth-busting SOC 2 Reports

    We hear some wacky misconceptions about SOC 2, even from SOC 2 service auditors and consultants. We're out to set the record straight!

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