Lewis Carhart

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Lewis Carhart

Founder & CEO, Comp AI

Founder & CEO of Comp AI, an open source GRC platform that helps companies get compliant with frameworks like SOC 2 and ISO 27001.

46 articles

NIST

NIST Compliance Guide: CSF 2.0, 800-171, and 800-53

NIST compliance in 2026: pick the right framework (CSF 2.0, SP 800-171, or SP 800-53), implement the controls, and build evidence that wins deals.

Compliance

Cloud Security Compliance Guide for SaaS Teams

Cloud security compliance for SaaS teams: 12 controls that cover SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA and GDPR, plus a 30-day plan to get audit-ready.

Data Privacy

CCPA Compliance Requirements: Complete Guide for 2026

CCPA/CPRA 2026 compliance for B2B SaaS: DSARs, opt-out infrastructure, ADMT rules, risk assessments, cybersecurity audits, and vendor contracts.

Risk Management

Security Risk Management: Build a Program That Works

Build a security risk management program that passes SOC 2, ISO 27001, and enterprise reviews without drowning a lean team in bureaucracy or shelfware.

SOC 2

Why Get SOC 2 Before Series A? A Founder’s Guide

SOC 2 before Series A unblocks enterprise deals and investor diligence in 2026. See current audit costs, Type I vs II timing, and the 24-hour path.

Compliance Automation

Continuous Compliance Monitoring: A Practical Guide

Continuous compliance monitoring keeps you audit-ready 24/7 across SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and FedRAMP. Here is how to build a program that actually works in 2026.

SOC 2

SOC 2 for AI Companies: The Complete 2026 Guide

SOC 2 for AI companies in 2026: what it covers, what it doesn’t, how it sits alongside ISO 42001 and the EU AI Act, and how to get audit-ready fast.

Penetration Testing

SOC 2 Penetration Testing Requirements: 2026 Guide

SOC 2 pen testing in 2026: what auditors expect, which Trust Services Criteria map to testing, OWASP Top 10 2025 coverage, pricing, and timing.

Compliance Automation

Compliance Tech Stack for Startups: Essential Tools

Build a modern compliance tech stack in 2026. The GRC, IAM, MDM, EDR, and SIEM tools startups actually need for SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.

SOC 2

When to Get SOC 2: A Timing Guide for Startups in 2026

Deciding when to get SOC 2 in 2026? Seven signals it’s time, the cost of waiting, and how to go from decision to audit-ready in weeks.

Vendor Comparisons

Oneleet vs Delve: Which Compliance Platform Wins in 2026?

Compare Oneleet and Delve in 2026: timelines, AI automation, pricing, pentesting, and the recent controversies. Plus how Comp AI stacks up.

HIPAA

HIPAA vs SOC 2: Which Framework Do You Actually Need?

HIPAA or SOC 2? One is U.S. law for health data, the other is the security attestation enterprise buyers demand. Here’s how to choose in 2026.

GDPR

SOC 2 vs GDPR: Differences, Overlaps, and Compliance

SOC 2 vs GDPR compared for 2026: key differences, overlapping controls, and how SaaS teams satisfy both frameworks without duplicating work.

Vendor Comparisons

Thoropass vs Vanta: Honest 2026 Comparison

Thoropass vs Vanta in 2026: pricing, integrations, audit model, and AI features compared so you can pick the right SOC 2 and ISO 27001 platform.

Vendor Comparisons

Vanta Pricing in 2026: Real Costs, Hidden Fees, and What Buyers Actually Pay

Vanta pricing in 2026: median buyers pay $20,000/yr across 4 plans (Essentials, Plus, Professional, Enterprise). Real costs, audit fees, and alternatives.

Vendor Comparisons

Top 10 Drata Alternatives & Competitors

Compare the top 10 Drata alternatives in 2026: Comp AI, Vanta, Secureframe, Thoropass, Delve and more. Pricing, speed, support, and who each one fits.

Vendor Comparisons

Vanta vs Drata: Complete 2026 Comparison

Vanta vs Drata in 2026: Vanta leads on integrations, AI agents, and scale. Drata wins on support and ACV. Compare pricing, features, and G2 ratings.

Risk Management

Top Risk Management Software: 2026 Buyer’s Guide

Compare the top risk management software for 2026: 12 platforms reviewed with real pricing, an RFP checklist, and a scoring rubric to pick the right one.

SOC 2

Failed SOC 2 Audit Recovery: How to Bounce Back and Pass

Failed your SOC 2 audit? Use this 8-step 2026 recovery plan to remediate exceptions, re-audit with confidence, and unblock enterprise deals fast.

Compliance Automation

Automated Evidence Collection: A 2026 Guide for Audits

Automated evidence collection cuts audit prep from months to days. See how it works in 2026, which tools lead, and what auditors now expect.

SOC 2

Emergency SOC 2 Compliance: How to Fast-Track Your Audit

Need SOC 2 fast? A 2026 playbook to compress prep to days, pick the right report type, and keep enterprise deals alive while you certify.

Compliance Automation

Automated Compliance Software: The Complete Guide

Compare 2026 automated compliance platforms for SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and the EU AI Act. See how AI agents cut audit prep time 75-90% and what to buy.

SOC 2

SOC 2 Compliance Checklist: The 2026 Certification Guide

A practical 2026 SOC 2 compliance checklist covering scope, Trust Services Criteria, controls, policies, evidence, and audit prep for Type I or Type II.

SOC 2

How Much Does SOC 2 Cost? 2026 Pricing Breakdown

SOC 2 cost breakdown for 2026: Type 1 and Type 2 auditor fees, platform pricing, pentest budgets, and hidden costs. Plain numbers, no sales fluff.

Compliance Automation

Compliance Automation Platform: Complete Guide

Compliance automation platforms use AI to compress SOC 2, ISO 27001, and HIPAA prep from months into days. Compare categories, pricing, and 2026 timelines.

SOC 2

How Long Does SOC 2 Compliance Take? Timeline Guide

SOC 2 Type I takes 4-8 weeks; Type II runs 6-14 months because of the observation window. Here is the 2026 timeline and how automation compresses prep.

SOC 2

SOC 2 Compliance Requirements: The Complete Guide

Everything you need to pass SOC 2 in 2026: the five Trust Services Criteria, revised AICPA points of focus, evidence auditors want, and realistic timelines.

Compliance Automation

Best Compliance Management Software: 2026 Buyer’s Guide

Compare the best compliance management software in 2026. Real pricing, timelines, and automation benchmarks for Vanta, Drata, Secureframe, and Comp AI.

Compliance Automation

Best Audit Management Software: 2026 Buyer’s Guide

Compare the best audit management software for 2026. See how AuditBoard, Workiva, Diligent, TeamMate+, and Comp AI stack up on speed, AI, and cost.

HIPAA

Best HIPAA Risk Assessment Tools for 2026: Buyer’s Guide

Compare HIPAA risk assessment tools for 2026: the free HHS SRA Tool v3.6, HIPAA-focused platforms, and AI-powered compliance automation.

Data Privacy

Data Retention Policy Examples: Templates & Best Practices

Build a defensible data retention policy in 2026. Examples, schedules, and GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and US state privacy rules mapped clearly.

ISO 27001

Benefits of ISO 27001 Certification: 2026 Guide

ISO 27001:2022 benefits in 2026: stronger security, faster enterprise sales, and a single ISMS that maps to NIS2, DORA, GDPR and the EU AI Act.

Risk Management

Best Vulnerability Management Tools for 2026

Compare the 12 best vulnerability management tools for 2026. Current pricing, KEV and EPSS prioritization, and deployment guidance for security teams.

Penetration Testing

Best Penetration Testing Tools for 2026

Compare the best penetration testing tools for 2026: Burp, Nessus, Metasploit, Nuclei, Core Impact, AI pentest platforms, pricing, and compliance fit.

Risk Management

What Is Third-Party Risk Management? Complete Guide

Third-party risk management protects you from vendor breaches. Learn TPRM stages, best practices, DORA/NIS2 rules, and how Comp AI automates vendor oversight.

ISO 27001

Information Security Management Systems (ISMS): 2026 Guide

Build an ISMS that actually works in 2026. Covers ISO 27001:2022, Annex A controls, risk assessment, and how to get certified in weeks not months.

ISO 27001

ISO 27001 Compliance Checklist: The 2026 Guide

A 2026 ISO 27001:2022 compliance checklist covering scope, risk assessment, the 93 Annex A controls, audit prep, cost, and timelines. Certify in 14 days.

SOC 2

SOC 2 Type 1 vs Type 2: Which Do You Actually Need?

SOC 2 Type 1 vs Type 2 in 2026: what each report proves, what enterprise buyers now require, real audit costs, and how to pick the right one.

ISO 27001

ISO 27001 vs SOC 2: Which One Does Your Startup Need?

ISO 27001 vs SOC 2 for 2026: scope, certification vs attestation, cost, timelines, and how to pick the framework your buyers actually want.

SOC 2

How to Get SOC 2 Certification: Complete Guide

SOC 2 in 2026: Type I vs Type II, real costs and timelines, the 6-step process, and how to pass your first audit without surprises.

SOC 2

SOC 2 Checklist for SaaS Startups: Complete Guide

The 2026 SOC 2 checklist for SaaS startups: 8 control areas, realistic costs, and a modern stack (AWS, Vercel, Clerk) playbook to unlock enterprise deals.

ISO 27001

ISO 27001 Certification Requirements Explained

A practitioner’s guide to ISO 27001:2022 certification: the 7 mandatory clauses, 93 Annex A controls, and the accredited two-stage audit.

ISO 27001

How to Get ISO 27001 Certified: Complete 2026 Guide

How to get ISO 27001:2022 certified in 2026: scope, Annex A controls, Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits, realistic costs, timelines, and automation that cuts months of work.

ISO 27001

The ISO 27001 Certification Process Explained

The ISO 27001 certification process, broken down: scope, risk assessment, SoA, Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits, surveillance, and recertification in 2026.

HIPAA

HIPAA Compliance Audit Checklist: An 8-Point Guide

An 8-point HIPAA compliance audit checklist for 2026. Covers administrative, physical, and technical safeguards, BAAs, breach response, and OCR priorities.

Company News

Comp AI secures $2.6M pre-seed to disrupt SOC 2 market

Comp AI raised a $2.6M pre-seed co-led by OSS Capital and Grand Ventures to rebuild GRC as an open-source, AI-native alternative to Vanta and Drata.