Get ISO 27001 or SOC 2 Certification Independently, Is It Possible?

For all businesses, security compliance is crucial for building trust and ensuring the protection of sensitive data. Many businesses aim to get ISO 27001 or SOC 2 certification to improve their credibility and security posture. But the big question is “Can a business get certification independently, without the help of a consultant?”

Technically speaking, yes! A business can get ISO 27001 or SOC 2 certification on its own. However, these key questions that you need to ask about your business:

• Do you or your employees have the time to do it yourself?

• Does your team have the expertise to fill the complex requirements?

• How long you or your team take to get it right?

If you can confidently answer “yes” to all these, then managing the certification process internally may be a possible option for your business. Doing it yourself allows you or your team to control the timeline, predict costs, and manage the process at your own pace.

If your answer is “no” or you are still unsure about it, then FEHA is the great choice. Having in-house experts along the way your certification process and also a platform to help the journey, FEHA can help you to make the time shorter, less stressful process, and efficient preparations. How can FEHA work with that? Contact us and book a demo now!

The Challenges of Doing It Alone

Doing the independent preparation may sound exciting, but it comes with big challenges. If you or your employee are not familiar with compliance frameworks, things can get overwhelming fast which causes delays, missing key requirements, and adding a lot of stress. Plus, mistakes in the process can lead to expensive audits and extra work to fix them.

Independent or Need Help?

If you and your employees are confident in handling the entire certification process, start today and stay committed. However, if you prefer a smoother, faster, and less stressful; external expertise might be the smarter choice. No matter which approaches you take, earning ISO 27001 or SOC 2 certification is a valuable investment that boosts your business’ security and reputation.

Why should you hire FEHA?

FEHA offers both in-house experts and our own software platform to guide you through your ISO 27001 or SOC 2 certification and even more for other international and national regulations. Unlike other providers that depend on third-party consultants, we offer a complete package of advisory services and AI-powered technology, helping you save both time and money.

With FEHA, you will get expert support and a powerful platform featuring Framework and Control Management, Risk Management, Policy Management, Vendor Management, Asset Management, Device Management, and Website Scanner. Plus, we’re constantly adding new features to make your compliance journey smoother, less stressful, and more efficient. FEHA compliance platform is more than just for compliance but is geared towards one-stop security solutions for startups and small businesses.

We also have a strong network with external auditors who specialize in cloud services and startups, giving you a faster and more cost-effective certification process compared to the traditional auditors. With FEHA, compliance is simpler, smarter, and more affordable.

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