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The EcoVadis playbook

A 40-page guide to navigating an EcoVadis submission from first request to Gold medal. Covers methodology, documentation strategy, common failure modes, and what to do when your score lands lower than expected.

Sustainability PDF · 40 pages
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SB 253 readiness checklist

A practical checklist for SB 253 compliance, scoping, inventory build, third-party assurance, and CARB filing. Designed for finance and operations leaders, not sustainability specialists.

Regulation PDF · 20 pages

AI policy template for non-tech firms

A starting AI policy template designed for law firms, financial services, and professional services. Includes acceptable use, training requirements, tool inventory framework, and client questionnaire response templates.

AI Governance Template

SOC 2 for non-tech firms

A guide to SOC 2 readiness specifically written for law firms, professional services, and other organizations whose business isn't software. Covers scoping, control selection, and what the audit period actually feels like.

Trust PDF · 28 pages