Each one means something specific to a buyer, regulator, or board. Here is what each one is — and where each one matters.
What it is
The report most US enterprise buyers ask for. Demonstrates that you have controls over security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
Why it matters
Unblocks the procurement and vendor review process for almost every deal in the US mid-market and above.
What it is
The world's most recognized standard for an information security management system (ISMS). Certifiable by accredited bodies.
Why it matters
The default expectation in Europe and large swathes of APAC. Pairs well with SOC 2 for global deals.
What it is
The first internationally recognized AI management system standard. Governs how AI is developed, deployed, and operated inside an organization.
Why it matters
Increasingly the answer enterprise buyers and regulators want when they ask "how do you govern your AI?"
What it is
A flexible, outcome-based framework for maturing a cybersecurity program. The 2.0 update added Govern as a top-level function alongside Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover.
Why it matters
A common language for boards, customers, and insurers to ask about maturity — particularly across distributed and global organizations.
What it is
A voluntary, US-anchored framework for managing risk across the AI lifecycle: Govern, Map, Measure, Manage.
Why it matters
The practical baseline most enterprise buyers and US regulators expect when asking about AI risk practices.
We will map the frameworks your prospects, investors, and regulators actually expect — and the sequence to get there.
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