The Vault
Notes from the assessment side of the table, written for the person who has to implement the control rather than the person who has to buy the software.
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February 25, 2025 · Cybersecurity
ISO 27001 Certification: A Step-by-Step Guide for Tech Executives
Achieving ISO 27001 certification is one of the most effective ways for tech companies to demonstrate their commitment to information security. It’s more than a compliance checkbox, it’s a strategic i
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February 18, 2025 · Cybersecurity
Common SOC 2 Pitfalls (and How to Avoid Them) for First-Time Auditees
Pursuing SOC 2 for the first time is a major milestone for SaaS and service-based companies handling customer data. But for many organizations, the path to compliance is littered with preventable miss
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February 11, 2025 · Cybersecurity
How SOC 2 Compliance Drives Sales for SaaS Companies
Why SOC 2 Matters in the SaaS Sales Cycle In today’s enterprise sales landscape, SOC 2 compliance SaaS sales are tightly linked. For B2B SaaS companies, proving that customer data is handled securely
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February 4, 2025 · Cybersecurity
Bridging the Gap: What HR Needs from IT and What IT Needs from HR
Introduction The digital transformation of businesses has blurred the traditional boundaries between HR and IT. Human Resources (HR) departments increasingly rely on technology for talent management,
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January 28, 2025 · Cybersecurity
Managing Software Supply Chain Risks: How Organizations Can Mitigate Third-Party Code Threats
Introduction In today’s fast-paced software development landscape, third-party code plays a crucial role in accelerating innovation and delivering value to customers. From open-source libraries to pro
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January 7, 2025 · Cybersecurity
SOC 2 Compliance 101 for CEOs: Understanding the Basics and Business Benefits
SOC 2 Compliance for CEOs: What You Need to Know For CEOs of SaaS companies and service-based tech businesses, data security is more than an IT concern, it’s a trust signal, a sales enabler, and a fou
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October 7, 2024 · Cybersecurity
Strengthening OT Security: Key Challenges and Essential Controls for Today’s Industrial Environments
Introduction In critical infrastructure sectors like energy, manufacturing, and transportation, Operational Technology (OT) security is essential for protecting industrial control systems (ICS) and ma
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August 24, 2024 · Cybersecurity
Achieve HIPAA Compliance , A Step-by-Step Guide
Introduction Importance of HIPAA Compliance for Healthcare Organizations Achieve HIPAA Compliance , HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) compliance is essential for healthcare o
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August 16, 2024 · Cybersecurity
Understanding NIST 800-171 Compliance
These days, keeping government information safe is super important. That's where the NIST 800-171 rules come in. NIST stands for the National Institute of Standards and Technology. The 800-171 guideli
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August 7, 2024 · Cybersecurity
The Ultimate SOC 2 Compliance Checklist: Ensure Your Business is Protected
In an era where data breaches and cyber threats are on the rise, achieving SOC 2 compliance has become a crucial priority for businesses handling sensitive information. SOC 2 compliance ensures that o
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