Compliance Insights & Guides
Practical advice on ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and building a security-first culture - written for founders, CTOs, and compliance leads.
DORA Compliance for Financial Entities: What You Actually Need to Do
A practical guide to DORA (Regulation 2022/2554) - who is in scope, the five pillars, key metrics, DORA vs NIS2, and how to prepare your ICT risk management framework.
EU AI Act Compliance: Risk Classification, Requirements, and Timeline
A practical guide to the EU AI Act (Regulation 2024/1689) - risk tiers, prohibited practices, high-risk obligations, GPAI rules, enforcement timeline, and fines.
NIS2 Article 21 to ISO 27001 Annex A: Complete Control Mapping
Full cross-reference table mapping every NIS2 Article 21 cybersecurity requirement to its corresponding ISO 27001:2022 Annex A controls. Built for compliance officers managing both frameworks.
Why Your NIS2 Compliance Spreadsheet Will Fail Your Auditor
How mapping drift - the gap between documented compliance and actual operational state - causes NIS2 audit failures. And what to do about it.
What VCs Actually Look for in a Tech DD
The six areas that VC and PE investors evaluate during technology due diligence - from code quality and architecture to team structure and infrastructure costs. Based on 300+ real engagements.
The True Cost of Compliance: DIY vs Consultant vs Platform (2026)
A realistic comparison of three compliance approaches - DIY spreadsheets, hiring a consultant, or using a platform - with costs, timelines, and tradeoffs.
GDPR Data Protection Impact Assessment: Complete Step-by-Step Guide
A complete guide to GDPR Data Protection Impact Assessments - when they're required, the 9-step process, common mistakes, and a practical DPIA template.
ISO 27001 Certification Cost in 2026: A Realistic Breakdown
A detailed breakdown of ISO 27001 certification costs in 2026 - audit fees, consultant costs, tooling, internal time, and practical tips to reduce spend.
NIS2 Compliance: What EU Companies Need to Know in 2026
A practical guide to NIS2 directive compliance - who it applies to, what's required, penalties, and step-by-step preparation for EU companies.
Preparing for Technical Due Diligence: A Startup Founder's Guide
A practical guide for startup founders preparing for technical due diligence - what investors look at, red flags that kill deals, and how to prepare.
How to Get ISO 27001 Certified: A Step-by-Step Guide
A practical walkthrough of the ISO 27001 certification process - from scoping to stage 2 audit. Covers timelines, costs, common mistakes, and what auditors actually look for.
SOC 2 for Startups: When You Need It and How to Get Started
A practical guide for startup founders and CTOs on SOC 2 compliance - when it's actually required, Type 1 vs Type 2, realistic costs, and a readiness checklist.
ISO 27001 vs SOC 2: Which Do You Need?
A clear comparison of ISO 27001 and SOC 2 - key differences, when to choose which, where they overlap, and whether you should pursue both.
GDPR Compliance Checklist for SaaS Companies
A practical GDPR checklist for SaaS companies - covering key requirements, common gaps, and actionable steps to achieve and maintain compliance.
What is Technical Due Diligence? A Guide for Founders & Investors
Everything founders and investors need to know about technical due diligence - what assessors look for, how to prepare, common red flags, and realistic timelines.
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