What is SOC 2? 8 Common SOC 2 Questions Answered
8 Common SOC 2 Questions If you are new to a SOC 2 audit, you must be wondering what information will be audited, what employees are involved in the audit, and what is included in the overall audit process. Considering the complexity of undergoing a SOC 2 audit, we have provided answers to eight common SOC 2 questions on auditing and reporting. Whether you have just started your business or you’re running an established organization, you know that handling the data of your client is a serious undertaking. A SOC 2 report provides information about how effectively you are managing the security, privacy, and integrity of a client’s sensitive information. 1. Why is it important to be SOC 2 compliant? Data privacy and security has never been more important. It is likely that if your business wants to work with large customers or those in regulated industries, you will be asked to provide proof of your security controls, especially if you operate a cloud or services business.