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At Auditwerx, we’re advocates for smart technology. We believe GRC tools are excellent investments that can significantly enhance your compliance program. However, their true power is unlocked when combined with specialized guidance and the independent assurance only a qualified assessment firm can provide. Think of it less as a competition and more as a powerful partnership.
SOC 2® reports, HIPAA attestations, or PCI DSS Reports are not simply printouts from a software dashboard. They are formal, independent assessments provided by qualified third-party firms like Auditwerx. Understanding this critical difference is key to a truly effective and credible compliance strategy.
While GRC tools are invaluable for continuous monitoring and preparing for compliance, it’s crucial to understand that a SOC 2® report issued by an accredited, independent assessment firm holds significantly more credibility, depth, and recognition than a report generated from a GRC tool’s automated output.
Meeting the requirements of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about creating a secure environment that protects cardholder data. One of the most critical components of PCI compliance is a strong vulnerability management program.
PCI DSS 4.0.1 requirement 12.3.4 requires that all software and hardware is supported by the vendor. That sounds easy. Right? It’s not. Let’s discuss.
PCI DSS 4.0.1 requirement 12.3.4 requires that all software and hardware is supported by the vendor. That sounds easy. Right? It’s not. Let’s discuss.