FAQ

Straight answers about compliance automation.

Here is what teams usually ask before they move from manual compliance to a program that stays ready.

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Is this only for SOC 2?

No. SOC 2 is common, but the same control program can support ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI, HITRUST, FedRAMP, NIST AI RMF, ISO 42001, and custom frameworks.

What should we automate first?

Start with the work that creates the most audit pain. Access, changes, vendors, policies, incidents, and questionnaires usually come first.

Does automation replace an auditor?

No. It keeps evidence clean and controls visible. An auditor still performs the formal audit when one is required.

How does a trust center help sales?

Buyers get approved security proof early, so fewer deals get stuck waiting on custom answers.

Can AI help with questionnaires?

Yes, when answers come from approved policies, evidence, documents, and past responses with human review.

Who owns the program?

Security, compliance, IT, engineering, legal, finance, and sales all play a part, with clear owners for each control.