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SOC 2 Reports Reimagined: From Burden to Business Enabler SOC 2 Reports Reimagined: From Burden to Business Enabler

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Mike DeKock, Founder and CEO at MJD Advisors

Sep 3, 2024

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Easing into Automation: How to Digitally Transform Easing into Automation: How to Digitally Transform

Find out about small steps you can take now to digitally transform your CPA firm.

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EdUp AI podcast EdUp AI podcast

Mike DeKock talks to Jason Gulya on the EdUp AI podcast focused on building a blueprint for how colleges can leverage artificial intelligence.

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SOC 2 Reports Reimagined: From Burden to Business Enabler SOC 2 Reports Reimagined: From Burden to Business Enabler

Read about why it's time to change our outlook and perception of SOC 2 audits.

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Why do SOC reports have to be issued by a CPA firm?Why do SOC reports have to be issued by a CPA firm?

Find out why a CPA firm must issue your SOC report and why that's actually a good thing.

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What should the scope period be for my SOC 2® Type 2 report?What should the scope period be for my SOC 2® Type 2 report?

Are you looking to better understand scope periods and how to decide on yours? Our latest blog outlines some things to consider.

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How do I choose a SOC auditor?How do I choose a SOC auditor?

Interviewing auditors is a necessary step in the process as you begin your SOC exam. Here we outline some questions and considerations to help you along the way.

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Unlocking Trust: How SOC 2 Validated Our Security Program Unlocking Trust: How SOC 2 Validated Our Security Program

Check out Software Secured's story focused on the process of working on their SOC 2 report with MJD Advisors

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Managing the move from ISO 27001 certification to SOC 2 completion Managing the move from ISO 27001 certification to SOC 2 completion

We partnered with SecFix on this article to share the differences between ISO 27001 certification and SOC 2 completion, and how you can leverage your work from one to the other.

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Penetration Testing: Why It’s Important + Common Types Penetration Testing: Why It’s Important + Common Types

Penetration testing simulates an outside attack on your applications and network. Drata shares the types of pen tests and how to conduct one to prevent risk.

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For more information on SOC report types and usage, please visit the American Institute of Certified Public Accountant's (AICPA) website.