21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) vs SOC 2
What is the difference between 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2?
21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) is a other framework applying in the United States, with 31 controls across 7 domains. SOC 2 is a other framework applying in the United States, with 61 controls across 5 domains. Both govern the same subject, so their requirements overlap; the mapping below shows which controls carry across and which are asked for by only one of them.
21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)31 controls
SOC 261 controls
Questions people ask about 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2
What is the difference between 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2?
21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) has 31 controls while SOC 2 has 61 controls. Both frameworks address compliance requirements but differ in scope, focus, and applicability. Use our platform to explore the exact control-to-control mappings.
Do I need both 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2?
Whether you need both depends on your industry, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Many organizations implement multiple frameworks simultaneously. Our compliance platform helps you map controls between 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2 so you can identify shared requirements and avoid duplicate effort.
How do 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2 controls map to each other?
Our platform maps controls between 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and SOC 2 at a granular level. Each mapping shows whether controls are fully aligned, partially aligned, or represent gaps. This helps you prioritize implementation when pursuing both frameworks.
Which framework should I implement first, 21 CFR Part 58 - Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) or SOC 2?
The best starting point depends on your specific regulatory requirements, industry, and customer demands. Consider which framework is most urgently required by your stakeholders or regulators. Use our free compliance platform to run a gap analysis and determine the optimal implementation sequence.
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Written and maintained by Gerard Blokdyk, The Art of Service.