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Appropriate if you’re Series B+, already have an internal security team, and need to move fast with auditor relationships pre-built. Cost: $25k–$80k+.
Appropriate after you’ve locked scope. These tools accelerate Type II evidence collection. Buying before scope clarity wastes 3–6 months and $12k–$20k/year.
Appropriate if you’re early-stage, first compliance ask, or have been quoted $30k+ and want a second opinion before committing. Start here before any other call.
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Start with a human clarity session. Know your scope, timeline, and top gaps before hiring anyone.
Yes. Especially Type I. A clear scope and documented policies are most of the work — before any tool or firm is needed.
Type I readiness: $5k–$25k depending on gaps. Audit itself: $8k–$20k. Tools: $10k–$20k/year. Most operators spend $30k–$60k total for Type II.
Type I: 3–6 months. Type II: 9–15 months including observation period.
A plain-English scope review. Understanding what you need before calling a firm or buying software saves months and real money.
Text PJ with your situation in 2–3 lines — what’s driving the question, your stage, and what you’ve already looked at.
No retainers. No pitch. Clarity before cost.
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