ISSN: 2582 - 9734
Impact of Compliance Audits on Business Performance and Stakeholder Trust: SOC 2 and ISO
Prakhar Saxena, Amit Gupta
CrossRef DOI URL : https://doi.org/10.31426/ijesti.2026.6.5.6311
Organizations today operate in environments where customer trust, data protection, and operational reliability have become critical business expectations. As companies increasingly depend on cloud infrastructure and digital platforms, compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO/IEC 27001 are being adopted not only for regulatory alignment but also to demonstrate accountability and security maturity. This research examines how compliance audits influence business performance and stakeholder trust, with a particular focus on SOC 2 and ISO/IEC 27001. The study explores how these frameworks contribute to operational efficiency, governance practices, risk reduction, and organizational credibility. Alongside theoretical analysis, the paper also discusses practical audit observations and the role of automation in simplifying compliance activities. .
A Comparative Analysis of Road Surface Conditions and Traffic Crash Outcomes
Mohit Yadav, Dr. Sudesh Kumari
CrossRef DOI URL : https://doi.org/10.31426/ijesti.2026.6.5.6312
This study investigates the impact of road surface conditions on traffic accident frequency and severity. Different surface conditions, including dry, wet, pothole-affected, gravel-covered, oil-contaminated, and ice/snow-covered roads, were analyzed to understand their influence on vehicle control and crash outcomes. The findings revealed that wet surfaces recorded the highest accident frequency (32%) and severity index (35%), while dry surfaces showed the lowest accident severity. Poor road conditions were found to increase stopping distances, reduce traction, and elevate the risk of severe injuries and fatalities. .
Samaresh Dey
CrossRef DOI URL : https://doi.org/10.31426/ijesti.2026.6.5.6313
Free and fair elections constitute the cornerstone of democratic governance. The preparation and maintenance of accurate electoral rolls are essential prerequisites for ensuring electoral integrity and democratic participation. In India, the Election Commission of India (ECI) relies heavily on Booth Level Officers (BLOs) to undertake voter verification, registration, correction of electoral records, and implementation of electoral roll revision programmes. The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process has significantly increased the responsibilities of BLOs, making them the primary grassroots agents of electoral administration..
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