Compliance as a Service (CaaS)

Compliance as a Service (CaaS) is a business model where third-party providers deliver cloud-based tools, infrastructure, and expertise to help organizations meet regulatory requirements. Instead of building in-house compliance programs from scratch, businesses can outsource many components—saving time, reducing costs, and staying up to date with constantly evolving rules.

About Compliance as a Service (CaaS)

Which industries use Compliance as a Service (CaaS)?

CaaS is popular across highly regulated industries that face constant pressure to protect data, verify identities, and manage risk. Common examples include:

  • Fintech and banking, which must meet strict KYC, AML, and consumer protection laws
  • Healthcare, where HIPAA requires strong privacy and data handling controls
  • E-commerce and marketplaces, which need fraud prevention, identity verification, and PCI compliance
  • Crypto and Web3 companies, which are navigating a shifting global regulatory landscape
  • Insurance, where customer onboarding and claims handling must meet regional standards

Any business that handles sensitive data or faces regulatory audits can benefit from CaaS.

Which regulations can CaaS help with?

CaaS providers typically offer flexible modules tailored to specific regulatory frameworks. These may include:

  • AML/KYC (Anti-Money Laundering / Know Your Customer)
  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation – EU)
  • CCPA / CPRA (California Consumer Privacy Act & Privacy Rights Act – US)
  • HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act – US)
  • SOC 2 & ISO 27001 (Information security compliance frameworks)
  • PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)

Instead of manually interpreting and implementing these rules, businesses can rely on CaaS platforms to automate key compliance processes.

What services are offered via CaaS?

CaaS solutions vary by provider, but common services include:

  • Identity verification and onboarding flows
  • Automated transaction monitoring
  • Risk and sanctions screening
  • Consent and data privacy management
  • Compliance reporting and audit support
  • Policy creation and documentation
  • Real-time alerts and workflow automation

The goal is to simplify regulatory complexity while helping companies scale faster and more securely—without hiring large in-house compliance teams.

Secure verifications for every industry

We provide templated identity verification workflows for common industries and can further design tailored workflows for your specific business.