What is the first action required to analyze compliance results?

The initial step in analyzing compliance results is to correlate findings with audit requirements. This is essential because it allows you to understand how the results of your scans align with the specific compliance standards or regulations that are applicable to your organization. By mapping the findings from your scans to these requirements, you can identify areas of compliance and non-compliance, which is critical for making informed decisions about risk management and remediation efforts.

This correlation provides context to the raw data, transforming it into actionable insights that guide further analysis and inform stakeholders. Without this step, it becomes challenging to determine the significance of the compliance results and whether they meet the necessary criteria for regulatory standards or organizational policies.