Client and compliance team jointly identify gaps in the existing security program, define risk priorities, and map improvement targets before any controls work begins.
Client implements all required security controls and finalises supporting documentation prior to the official start of the Attestation Period.
Client consistently operates all defined controls throughout the full Attestation Period, building the evidence trail auditors will review.
Compliance auditors actively test each control during the Attestation Period, verifying operating effectiveness through evidence review and walkthroughs.
Compliance team reviews all testing results, resolves any exceptions, and drafts the formal certification report for client review and sign-off.
Compliance team issues the final signed security certification report — completing the full audit lifecycle and confirming your compliance status.