Compliance Framework Library
Neutral, evergreen reference for every framework we work with. What the regulation actually requires, who it applies to, how it differs from the standards it overlaps with, and what "audit-ready" actually looks like. No pitch.
Certifications & Attestations
SOC 2
AICPA attestation report, not a certification. The baseline US enterprise buyers expect.
What this page covers
- →The 5 Trust Service Criteria and which are required
- →Type I vs Type II, timelines, scope definition
- →How SOC 2 overlaps with ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI-DSS
Last reviewed April 23, 2026
Learn more →ISO 27001
International ISMS standard. Required by most EU enterprise and government buyers.
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- →The 93 Annex A controls
- →Statement of Applicability and scope
- →Certification cycle and audit mechanics
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ISO 42001
The world's first AI Management System standard. Your EU AI Act preparation framework.
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- →AI governance structures
- →Risk management for AI systems
- →Mapping to EU AI Act obligations
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HIPAA
US federal law governing Protected Health Information. No certification, ongoing posture.
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- →Security, Privacy, and Breach Notification rules
- →BAA requirements
- →Enforcement trends and fines
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Privacy
GDPR
EU-wide data protection regulation. Applies extraterritorially to any company with EU users.
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- →Lawful bases, DSARs, breach notification
- →Transfer mechanisms (SCCs, adequacy)
- →DPO obligations and penalties
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CCPA / CPRA
California's consumer privacy law. Thresholds, opt-outs, and 2025 penalty raises.
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- →Applicability thresholds
- →Consumer rights and opt-out mechanics
- →CPRA amendments and CPPA enforcement
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AI Governance
EU AI Act
The world's first comprehensive AI law. Risk tiers, timelines, and preparation path.
What this page covers
- →The 4 risk tiers + GPAI model obligations
- →Phased enforcement timeline 2025-2027
- →Penalties up to 7% of global revenue
Last reviewed April 23, 2026
Learn more →Management Systems
ISO 9001
Quality Management System certification. The world's most widely adopted management standard.
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- →The 7 quality management principles
- →Annex SL High-Level Structure
- →Layering with ISO 14001 + ISO 45001
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ISO 14001
Environmental Management System for ESG reporting and supply-chain compliance.
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- →Environmental aspects register
- →Compliance obligations register
- →ESG reporting alignment
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ISO 45001
Occupational Health & Safety Management System for physical-workforce companies.
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- →Hazard identification & risk assessment
- →Worker consultation & participation
- →Integration with ISO 9001 + 14001
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ISO 27701
Privacy Information Management System extending ISO 27001 with auditable privacy controls.
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- →GDPR Annex D mapping
- →PIMS controller and processor obligations
- →Bundling with ISO 27001 + SOC 2
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ISO 22301
Business Continuity Management System for SaaS, financial services, and critical infrastructure.
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- →Business impact analysis (BIA)
- →Recovery time and point objectives
- →Plan testing and exercising
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Strategy & Bundles
Standard Combinations
The 5 most powerful multi-framework bundles, with buyer profile and rationale for each.
What this page covers
- →IMS Triple Pack, InfoSec Power, AI + Security
- →Global Privacy Bundle and Full Enterprise Package
- →When to recommend each, and what to expect
Last reviewed April 30, 2026
Learn more →Security Testing
PCI-DSS
Payment card industry security standard. Mandated by card networks, not by law.
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- →The 12 PCI-DSS requirements
- →Merchant level classification
- →SAQ vs full audit
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VAPT
Vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and red-team engagements aligned to NIST CSF and MITRE ATT&CK.
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- →Pen testing, red teaming, configuration audits
- →NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, CIS Benchmarks
- →How to read a pen test report
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