ComplianceByDesign
Compliance by design is an approach that integrates regulatory and policy requirements into the design and lifecycle of products, services, and processes. Rather than treating compliance as a downstream check, organizations embed controls, documentation, and governance into each stage of development and operation.
The central idea is to translate applicable laws, standards, and internal policies into concrete design requirements,
Relationship to related concepts is common, with compliance by design complementing security by design and privacy
Implementation typically involves mapping applicable regulations, translating them into design specifications, embedding relevant controls into architecture
Benefits include reduced risk of non-compliance and associated costs, smoother audits, clearer accountability, and potential improvements
Common domains for application are software development, data processing and privacy, financial services, and supply chain