SOC Examinations
To compete in today’s marketplace, your customers must have trust and confidence in your environment. Providing SOC reports on an annual basis can deliver an additional level of assurance to your clients.
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Read ArticleWhat are the SOC 2 Trust Services Categories?
If you’re someone who is considering a SOC 2 audit, learn about the Trust Services Categories and how to choose yours.
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Read ArticleWhat Does a SOC Audit Cost? 3 Big Factors That Will Affect Your Pricing
Wondering what a SOC audit costs? To help you set price expectations, we lay out our rough price ranges, along with 3 variables that will factor into your final number.
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Read ArticleHow Long Will Your SOC Examination Take?
Wondering how much time it takes to get a SOC report? If there's time to get one before your deadlines? Learn about the typical timelines for the different SOC reports & what to expect throughout.
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Read ArticleShould You Include Privacy as a Trust Service Category In Your SOC 2?
Not sure if you need the privacy category in your SOC 2? Put that confusion to rest as we detail the advantages and drawbacks of such, along with some alternatives that may suit your needs better.
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Read ArticleWhat are SOC Reports?
"SOC reports" are a staple in compliance, but there are so many different kinds. Learn about each of these specialized standards and their related reports to understand which may serve you best.
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Read ArticleShould You Get a SOC 3 or a SOC 2 Examination? Understand Your Options
Should you get a SOC 2 examination or a SOC 3? Can you just get a SOC 3? Let us explain the differences between these options to help you choose which is best for you, because it might even be both.
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Read ArticleHow to Bridge From SOC 1 to SOC 2: Understanding the Relationship
Curious if your completed SOC 1 examination can help with a possible SOC 2? We overview how to connect your work in these two audits & how to choose the right path for you regarding your SOC reports.
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Read Article3 Benefits to Getting a SOC 2 Report
On the fence about investing in a SOC 2 report? Learn about the benefits to your organization beyond just satisfying your customer requirements.
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Read ArticleType 1 vs. Type 2 in SOC Reports
Trying to decide between a Type 1 or a Type 2 SOC report? Learn the differences and benefits to understand what suits your organization best.
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Read ArticleSOC 1 vs. SOC 2: Which is Best for Me?
Considering a SOC report but not sure which to choose? In this article, we define both SOC 1 and SOC 2 in terms of what they evaluate to help you understand which report is best for your organization.
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Read ArticleVendors vs. Subservice Organizations: What’s the Difference?
Not sure how to determine whether your vendor is a subservice organization? We provide all the details you need to tell the difference ahead of your next SOC examination.
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Read ArticleAre ITGCs Important?
Wondering about ITGCs? We detail what these information technology general controls are, the role they play within your organization, and how to maintain them.
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4:50Watch VideoWhich Trust Services Categories Should I Include In My Next SOC 2 Report?
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Read ArticleDo You Have to Remediate Audit Findings?
Did you have a finding turn up in your SOC audit? Learn about why remediation is important every time, when you should do that, and what you can do in the meantime should you need to delay.
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2:25Watch VideoSOC 2 + HITRUST vs HITRUST
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Read ArticleWhich SOC Method Should You Use? Carve-Out vs. Inclusive
Going through a SOC examination and not sure what to do about your subservice organizations? We break down the two options you have, as well as considerations to make before selecting a method.
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Read ArticleWhich Big 4 Firm Should Perform Your SOC Audit?
The Big 4 are usually everyone's first instinct when it comes to SOC reports. We break each firm down and provide questions you can ask them all as you search for the right compliance firm for you.
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2:58Watch VideoWhat Is The Process of a SOC Examination
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Read ArticleHow to Scope a SOC 2 Audit: 3 Steps
Doing a SOC 2 audit but not sure what all you need to include? Learn about 3 clear steps you can take to more easily define the scope of your SOC 2 examination.
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