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SOC 2 Compliance Toolkit (Trust Services Criteria)
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SOC 2 Compliance Toolkit (Trust Services Criteria)
SOC 2 is the de facto compliance certification for SaaS companies, cloud service providers, and technology businesses serving US enterprise customers. This toolkit gives you the policy documentation, control evidence templates, and audit preparation materials for both Type I and Type II readiness.
| Trust Services Criteria | Documents Included |
| CC — Common Criteria (Security) | Information Security Policy, Access Control Policy, Encryption Policy, Change Management Procedure, Incident Response Plan |
| A — Availability | System Availability Policy, Disaster Recovery Plan, Monitoring and Alerting Procedure, Capacity Management |
| C — Confidentiality | Confidentiality Policy, Data Classification Policy, Non-Disclosure Agreement template, Sensitive Data Handling Procedure |
| PI — Processing Integrity | Input Validation Policy, Error Handling Procedure, Quality Assurance Checklist |
| P — Privacy | Privacy Notice, Consent Management Procedure, Data Retention Policy, DSAR Procedure |
Starter
Self-assessment only
₹34,999 / $429
SOC 2 Common Criteria policy set
Controls mapping to TSC criteria
Evidence collection templates
Vendor questionnaire (security)
Professional
Most popular
₹89,999 / $1,099
Complete 5-criteria documentation library
Type I readiness checklist
Audit evidence workbook
Penetration testing scope template
90 days email support
Enterprise
Done-with-you
₹2,99,999 / $3,649
Everything in Professional
Expert controls gap review
Type II readiness assessment
2 advisory sessions
Auditor communication support
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Seven Step Compliance & Trust Shop?
The Seven Step Compliance & Trust Shop is an online resource library offering compliance toolkits, gap analysis tools, cybersecurity playbooks, staff awareness training, and executive governance resources. Every product is built by GRC practitioners with 20+ years of experience and 200+ real-world implementation projects. Products cover ISO 27001, ISO 22301, ISO 27701, ISO 42001, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, DPDP Act, PCI DSS, DORA, and NIST Cybersecurity Framework.
Do I need to follow the seven steps in order?
No. The seven-step framework is a logical progression, but every resource is available independently. If you already have ISO 27001 certification and need a board-level risk presentation, go directly to Step 5. If you need vendor risk templates for a SOC 2 audit, go to Step 6. The steps are a guide, not a requirement.
What formats are the toolkits delivered in?
All policy templates and toolkits are delivered as editable Microsoft Word (.docx), Excel (.xlsx), and PowerPoint (.pptx) files, depending on the product. Gap analysis tools are delivered in Excel with automated dashboards. Downloads are instant after purchase. No subscription or software installation is required.
Are the free resources genuinely free?
Yes — Step 1 Foundation Kit resources are completely free with no credit card required. They include gap assessment scorecards, audit checklists, policy starter templates, compliance posters, and infographics. We offer them because we believe every organisation deserves a clear starting point before investing in full toolkits.
Can consultants use these toolkits with their own clients?
Yes. Seven Step offers white-label licensing for GRC consultants, MSPs, and advisory firms who want to deploy our templates in client engagements under their own brand. Enterprise and white-label licensing is available by contacting info@sevenstepconsulting.com.
What happens after I purchase a toolkit?
You receive an instant download link by email. Every paid toolkit includes email-based implementation support for questions that arise during use. If you need deeper hands-on support, you can book a consulting engagement directly with Seven Step Consulting through sevenstepconsulting.com/contact.
What compliance frameworks do the Seven Step Shop toolkits cover?
The Seven Step Compliance & Trust Shop provides toolkits and documentation packs for ISO 27001:2022, ISO 22301:2019, ISO 27701:2019, ISO 42001:2023, ISO 9001:2015, SOC 2 (AICPA Trust Services Criteria), HIPAA (including 2025 HHS OCR NPRM updates), GDPR (EU and UK), DPDP Act 2023 (India), PCI DSS v4.0, DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act), and NIST Cybersecurity Framework. Additional frameworks are added regularly.
How is the Seven Step Shop different from generic compliance template websites?
Every Seven Step resource is built from real implementation experience. Seven Step Consulting has led more than 200 compliance and certification projects across 20+ countries in banking, healthcare, SaaS, manufacturing, and government sectors. The templates reflect what a qualified lead implementer actually produces for a certification audit — not a reverse-engineering of the standard. Each toolkit includes pre-filled examples, implementation guidance notes, and structured evidence mapping columns that generic template sites typically do not provide.
Can I use the toolkits for multiple clients or projects?
Single-user licence covers one organisation or project. Enterprise and white-label licences are available for GRC consultants, MSPs, and firms deploying the templates across multiple client engagements. Contact info@sevenstepconsulting.com to discuss enterprise licensing terms.
What format are the toolkits delivered in and can I customise them?
All toolkits are delivered as fully editable Microsoft Word (.docx), Excel (.xlsx), and PowerPoint (.pptx) files. Gap analysis tools use Excel with automated dashboards. Every document includes guidance notes and pre-filled examples to help you customise for your organisation's scope, industry, and regulatory context. Downloads are instant — no subscription or platform login required.
Does Seven Step Consulting offer implementation support if I buy a toolkit?
Yes. Every paid toolkit purchase includes email-based implementation support for questions that arise during use. For organisations that need deeper hands-on support, Seven Step Consulting offers full implementation consulting engagements across ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, DPDP Act, and other frameworks. Book a free consultation at sevenstepconsulting.com/contact.
What is the typical timeline to achieve ISO 27001 certification using your toolkit?
Most organisations using the Seven Step ISO 27001 Implementation Toolkit achieve certification-readiness in 4–9 months, depending on organisational size, existing documentation, and audit scope. Small teams with an existing security programme have achieved readiness in as little as 60–90 days. The toolkit includes a project plan template with a realistic milestone schedule.
Is there a bundle discount for purchasing multiple toolkits?
Yes. Organisations implementing multiple frameworks simultaneously can purchase framework bundles at a discounted rate. Contact info@sevenstepconsulting.com with the frameworks you need and your organisation size for a custom bundle quote.
Are the toolkits updated when standards or regulations change?
Professional and Enterprise tier customers receive a free update whenever the relevant standard or regulation is amended — within 90 days of the amendment publication date. This includes updates to ISO standards revisions, GDPR guidance from the EDPB, HHS OCR HIPAA updates, and DPDP Act rules notifications.
How does the Seven Step Shop connect to the TCF Solutions Suite?
The TCF Solutions Suite is Seven Step's upcoming AI-powered GRC SaaS platform for continuous compliance automation. Every toolkit, policy, and documentation pack purchased from the Seven Step Shop is structured to import directly into TCF when it launches — so your documentation investments today become the foundation of your automated compliance programme tomorrow. Join the waitlist at thecompliancefirst.com.
