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Announcement: We are launching Quantum Cybersecurity R&D department

At benchmarked, we believe the future will be shaped—not merely inherited. Today, we’re proud to unveil Cryptera, a new research and development company dedicated...

PCI DSS 4.0: Overview and Guide
Full payment standard guide (PCI DSS 4.0)...
SOC II
What is a SOC 2 audit?
There is no one-size-fits-all method for strengthening your organization’s information security, but almost every business will eventually need to prove its security to stakeholders...
SOC II
Why is SOC 2 compliance important?
There are several benefits of SOC 2 compliance. A completed SOC 2 report strengthens your security posture, demonstrates trust to stakeholders, and drives business...
SOC II
What is SOC 2?
SOC 2 is a compliance framework used to evaluate and validate an organization’s information security practices. It’s widely used in North America, particularly in...
IFS automation
How we automated IFS standard for largest fresh food provider in region
DG 69 partnered with us to fully automate and digitize its IFS compliance processes using an integrated, cloud-based quality management system....
Cybersecurity-as-a-Service: What It Actually Includes
Cybersecurity-as-a-Service: What It Actually Includes

Cybersecurity-as-a-Service: What It Actually Includes (and What It Doesn’t) The unbundled truth behind the buzzword that’s reshaping how SMBs handle security More Security, Less...

The Real Cost of Non-Compliance in 2025 (and How to Avoid It)
The Real Cost of Non-Compliance in 2025 (and How to Avoid It)

The Real Cost of Non-Compliance in 2025 (and How to Avoid It) Why skipping cybersecurity and compliance isn’t “saving money”—it’s gambling with your business....

Penetration Testing vs Vulnerability Scanning: What’s the Difference?
Penetration Testing vs Vulnerability Scanning: What’s the Difference?

Penetration Testing vs. Vulnerability Scanning: What’s the Difference (and Which Do You Need?) Don’t confuse the scan with the simulation. If you’re prepping for...

Free Offer: “Shadow Risk Check”
Get free clarity to what your company is exposed...
US Data Privacy Compliance Checklist

Personal Data Types Determine if Your Business Must Comply User Rights Under State Laws

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The Cyber Cost-Cutter: 21 Ways to Save 35% on IT Without Sacrificing Protection
21 Ways to Save on IT & Security Without Sacrificing Protection For COOs, CFOs, and Founders who want lean, secure growth....
19 Things to Disable When Someone Leaves, so you don’t lose data
A tactical guide for HR, IT, and ops teams to prevent shadow access, data leaks, and compliance risk....
The ultimate CEO Compliance Readiness Pack
Everything a COO or CEO needs to prepare for external audits, client due diligence, or regulatory pressure — without drowning in acronyms....
The SOC 2 Compliance Checklist
In today’s digital landscape, trust is everything—especially when it comes to handling sensitive customer data. SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a...
PCIDSS checklist
How to Prepare for a PCI DSS Audit + Checklist (Free)
Preparing for a PCI DSS audit can be overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. benchmarked’s PCI DSS Audit Preparation Checklist breaks down the entire...
ISO27001
The ISO 27001 Compliance Checklist
In today’s data-driven world, organizations face increasing pressure to protect sensitive information from growing cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. ISO/IEC 27001 is...
GDPR Compliance checklist
A step-by-step GDPR compliance checklist
In today’s data-driven economy, companies across industries are collecting data from users who visit their sites and interact with their brands. However, this could...
The Hidden Costs of SaaS and Cloud Report
Smarter SaaS Budgeting in 2025 with Benchmarked
As SaaS costs surge, growing an efficient budgeting strategy is essential. benchmarked’s data-driven approach helps you forecast and control costs, optimize your tech stack,...