SOC 2 vs SOX - Compare Compliance Frameworks | ISMS Directory

SOC 2 vs SOX: Which Framework Do You Need?

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Wondering whether to pursue SOC 2 or SOX certification? This comparison covers the key differences between these frameworks, the number of service providers available for each, and guidance on which might be the right choice for your organization.

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SOC 2

SOC 2 is a compliance framework developed by the AICPA for service organizations.

Service Providers

41

Regional Coverage

31 regions

Industry Coverage

15 industries

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SOX

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act establishes requirements for financial reporting and internal controls.

Service Providers

4

Regional Coverage

1 regions

Industry Coverage

3 industries

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Dimension	SOC 2	SOX
Service Count	41	4
Regions	Africa Asia Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Denmark +23 more	Global
Industries	Construction Cryptocurrency Finance Government Healthcare Hospitality +9 more	Finance Healthcare Technology

Which Do You Need?

Choose SOC 2 if:

- Your clients or partners require SOC 2 certification
- You operate in regions where SOC 2 is the standard
- You need a trust-based compliance report approach

Choose SOX if:

- Your clients or partners require SOX certification
- You operate in regions where SOX is the standard
- You need a SOX-specific compliance approach

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