This episode of Trustero’s Everything Compliance podcast features Richard Stiennon, Chief Research Analyst at “data-driven” cybersecurity industry analysis firm IT-Harvest. Watch the wide-ranging and informative discussion where Richard covers cybersecurity, the pursuit of SOC 2, and promotes his new book!
SMBs and emerging enterprises are facing mounting pressure to become SOC 2 compliant. Here are three ways modern technologies can help.
There is a lot of noise coming from some compliance automation vendors that claim you can become SOC 2-compliant (or even more vaguely, “audit-ready”) in mere weeks, with no heavy lifting required. As any trustworthy auditor will tell you, buying into this hype is disingenuous at best and business-threatening at worst. Your best path to SOC 2 compliance is paved with deliberate, measured, thoughtful steps.
SOC 2 and other business and technology management frameworks evolve in response to changes in multiple arenas, from technology to government and politics. Several trends in privacy, risk management, security, and other areas will likely affect your journey to sustained SOC 2 compliance in 2022 and beyond.
The post “SOC 2 Compliance: Q&A with an Audit Expert – Liam Collins” featured edited excerpts from Liam’s appearance in the inaugural episode of Trustero’s “Everything Compliance” video series. Here are some additional questions, answers, and recommendations from that interview.
GRC is short for “Governance, Risk (or risk management) and Compliance. ESG is short for “Environmental, Social, and Governance.” Compliance with SOC 2 can be a significant step toward success in both arenas.
David has more than three decades of experience with audits and compliance and is passionate about helping business leaders make well-informed decisions in those areas. Here are some questions and answers extracted from his discussion with Kimberly.
The benefits of SOC 2 compliance extend far beyond reassuring customers and partners that their data is safe with your company. SOC 2 compliance can also mitigate risks to your company’s survival and success – including risks you may not even know to exist.
Being SOC 2 compliant can help make and keep your company more secure and protected against cyber threats, even if you can’t find or afford sufficient cybersecurity staff.
The latest episode of Trustero’s “Everything Compliance” podcast features David Barton, Managing Director at UHY LLP. His firm is part of UHY International, a business accounting and advisory services provider in more than 100 countries.
Your business needs to comply with The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)’s System and Organization Controls, known as SOC 2, to maximize the trustworthiness and protection of your proprietary business and customer data. But how much does compliance really cost to achieve, and how do those costs compare with the risks of non-compliance?
Does your business provide cloud-based services or applications? Do you store your customers’ information in the cloud? If so, this eBook is for you. We have put together this eBook to give you an overview of what SOC 2 is and why it matters.