Why SOC 2 Compliance Matters in Construction Estimating Software

What Is SOC 2 Compliance?

SOC 2 is an auditing standard that evaluates how software vendors protect customer data across five areas: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. A SOC 2 Type II certification means an independent auditor has verified that the vendor follows these practices consistently over time.

For construction firms adopting cloud-based estimating platforms, SOC 2 is more than a checkbox. It’s assurance that your bid data, cost history, and sensitive project information are protected.

Why SOC 2 Compliance Matters for Preconstruction Teams

• Minimizes risk of breaches: With average breach costs in the millions, SOC 2 compliance proves a vendor takes encryption, access controls, and privacy policies seriously.
  
  
• Ensures uptime and reliability: Preconstruction deadlines are tight. SOC 2’s availability standards mean vendors must have backup plans, disaster recovery, and capacity monitoring in place.
  
  

Addressing IT Concerns with SOC 2

When construction IT leaders review new tech, they focus on:

• Cloud security: Strong encryption, MFA, and monitoring.
  
• Integration: APIs for ERP, BIM, and project management tools
  
• Data residency and ownership: Transparency about where data lives and who controls it.
  
• User management: SSO and role-based access to streamline onboarding and offboarding.
  

SOC 2 compliance helps check these boxes, speeding up procurement approvals.

DESTINI Cloud: SOC 2 Compliance Built In

Beck Technology’s DESTINI Cloud platform takes these standards seriously. By earning SOC 2 compliance, DESTINI Cloud demonstrates independent verification that its systems are secure, resilient, and privacy-focused. Hosted on Microsoft Azure, it leverages geo-redundant databases, continuous monitoring, and strong access controls to protect sensitive estimating and bid data. For executives and IT leaders alike, this certification is proof that DESTINI Cloud is designed not only for performance and collaboration but also for trust and long-term reliability.

Final Takeaway

Choosing a SOC 2 compliant estimating solution reduces risk, protects data, and ensures reliability. For preconstruction teams, it’s not just about features—it’s about trust and long-term success.