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Practical advice on ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, and building a security-first culture — written for founders, CTOs, and compliance leads.

12 min read

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.

GDPR DPIA Privacy
11 min read

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.

ISO 27001 Certification Cost
13 min read

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.

Compliance Cost Comparison
12 min read

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.

Tech Due Diligence Startups M&A
9 min read

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.

NIS2 EU Compliance Cybersecurity
5 min read

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.

ISO 27001 Certification ISMS
4 min read

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.

SOC 2 Startups Compliance
4 min read

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.

ISO 27001 SOC 2 Compliance
5 min read

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.

GDPR Compliance SaaS
6 min read

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.

Tech DD Due Diligence Startups

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