Decrypt Compliance Helps SaaS Companies Navigate SOC 2 Automation with New Expert Guide

CALIFORNIA CITY, Calif. - July 9, 2026 - PRLog -- As enterprise buyers continue to demand stronger security assurance from software vendors, Decrypt Compliance has published a new educational guide designed to help SaaS companies better understand the role of automation in the SOC 2 audit process.

The guide, titled SOC 2 Automation: What Can & Can't Be Automated?, provides practical insights into how compliance automation platforms streamline evidence collection, continuous monitoring, and security documentation while highlighting the critical responsibilities that still require independent CPA auditors.

Many growing technology companies are adopting automation platforms to reduce manual compliance work and improve audit readiness. However, misconceptions remain about whether automation alone can achieve SOC 2 certification.

The guide explains that while automation platforms can continuously collect technical evidence from cloud environments, identity providers, and infrastructure, they cannot replace independent audit judgment, management interviews, policy evaluation, or the issuance of an official SOC 2 report.

"Our objective is to provide practical guidance that helps technology companies understand where automation creates operational efficiency and where experienced audit professionals remain essential," said Raymond Cheng, Founder and Managing Partner of Decrypt Compliance.

The publication covers several important topics, including:

• Differences between automated and manual SOC 2 compliance processes
• Benefits of using a SOC 2 compliance automation platform
• Common misconceptions about compliance automation
• Best practices for improving audit readiness
• How organizations can combine automation with independent SOC 2 compliance services

The guide is intended for SaaS founders, CTOs, compliance managers, security leaders, and organizations preparing for their first SOC 2 examination or looking to improve an existing compliance program.

As cloud infrastructure continues to grow more complex, many organizations are shifting toward continuous compliance rather than relying solely on manual evidence collection before annual audits. The new resource explains how this approach can improve operational efficiency while supporting long-term security governance.

The complete guide is available at:

https://decrypt.cpa/our-blogs/soc-2-automation-what-can-cant-be-automated/

About Decrypt Compliance

Decrypt Compliance is a California-based CPA firm specializing in cybersecurity, privacy, AI, and compliance audits for technology companies. The firm provides SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, HITRUST, GDPR, and related assurance services that help organizations strengthen customer trust and meet evolving security requirements.