FEHA Pricing Plan Comes with ISO 27001 by Default

When we first launched FEHA, one of the most common questions we got from startups was:

^{“Should we go with ISO 27001 or SOC 2?”}

It’s a fair question—and a confusing one. The truth is there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. But we also believe that no startup should be forced to choose between frameworks just to get started. That’s why every FEHA service plan comes with ISO 27001 as the default foundation.

Here’s why that matters.

Security Frameworks Are Different—But Not That Different

Whether it’s ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, CIS, or others, most security frameworks share the same core principles:  

• Protect sensitive data  

• Manage risks  

• Establish clear processes  

• Ensure accountability  

They all aim to help companies build structured, secure environments for handling information. The differences lie in the details—terminology, regional focus, and certification processes—but the fundamentals are remarkably similar.

That’s why we don’t believe in forcing startups to pick one framework over another. Instead, we start with ISO 27001 as a strong, flexible foundation that can support whatever direction your business takes.

Why ISO 27001?

After working with dozens of frameworks and hundreds of companies, we’ve found that ISO 27001 strikes the best balance between technical and non-technical controls.

Security isn’t just about firewalls and encryption. It’s also about how people handle data, how decisions are made, and how risks are managed. ISO 27001 covers all of that. It’s comprehensive, globally recognized, and adaptable to different industries and company sizes.

By using ISO 27001 as our default reference model, we help startups build a security posture that’s both technically sound and operationally sustainable.

Certification Is Optional—Compliance Is Not

Let’s be clear: working with FEHA doesn’t mean you have to get ISO 27001 certified.

We use ISO 27001 as the backbone of our platform and processes, but whether or not you pursue formal certification is entirely up to you. If you decide to go for it—now or later—you’ll be ready. Because everything we do is designed to keep you compliant and audit-ready at all times.

And if you choose not to certify? That’s perfectly valid too. You’ll still be operating with the same high standards, and we’ll continue to monitor and support your Information Security Management System (ISMS) using ISO 27001 principles.

A Smarter Way to Scale Compliance

One of the biggest advantages of starting with ISO 27001 is how easily it maps to other frameworks.

As your company grows and needs to comply with additional standards—like SOC 2, NIS 2, GDPR, or PDPA—you won’t have to start from scratch. ISO 27001 gives you a solid base that accelerates your path to multi-framework compliance.

And with FEHA’s platform and expert team, we’ll guide you through that expansion. We handle the mapping, the planning, and the execution—so you can focus on growth, not red tape.

Built for the Long Run

At FEHA, we’re not here to sell shortcuts. We’re here to help you build something that lasts.

That’s why we don’t offer “compliance in weeks” gimmicks. We believe in doing things right—because cutting corners today can cost you trust, customers, and credibility tomorrow.

But thanks to our AI-powered platform and streamlined processes, we can still get you there fast. Most startups working with FEHA are fully compliant in just a few months—not years. And because we automate the heavy lifting, the value you get far exceeds the price you pay.

_{The Bottom Line}

If you’re a startup that wants to do things right—without wasting time or money—FEHA is your partner.

We give you a strong foundation with ISO 27001, the flexibility to grow into other frameworks, and the expert support to stay compliant every step of the way. Whether you certify or not, you’ll be building a security program you can trust.

Let’s build something solid—together.

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