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.
When Your NIS2 Checklist Stops Matching the Evidence
A green status can outlive the process behind it. Review stale evidence, missed checks and changes in control ownership.
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.
Compliance Costs: Budgeting for DIY, Consulting and Software
Compare staff time, audit fees, consulting, software and remediation without treating different services as interchangeable.
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: Build a Budget from Your Scope
Separate certification fees, preparation, staff time and remediation. Learn what to include in a quote request and a first-year ISO 27001 budget.
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 Guide for Founders
Prepare a useful data room, explain known technology risks and help your team answer questions without manufacturing documentation.
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.
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.
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