In today’s digital-first world, where data privacy and regulatory oversight are paramount, working with a data research partner that prioritizes security and compliance isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. At RILA GLOBAL CONSULTING, we specialize in social listening and data research—and we do it while fully adhering to SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR requirements.As a trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies, global pharmaceutical leaders, financial institutions, and various enterprise clients, we understand the critical need for secure, compliant, and ethical data practices in highly regulated industries.
We Don’t Offer Compliance — We Embody It
RILA is not a compliance consultancy—we are a data intelligence and social analytics agency. But everything we do, from how we store information to how we analyze and deliver reports, is governed by the world’s most stringent security and privacy standards.
SOC 2 Type II Compliance: Secure Handling of Client Data at Scale
As a SOC 2 Type II-compliant agency, RILA operates under strict protocols that ensure all client data is:Secured with end-to-end encryptionProtected via multi-factor authentication (MFA)Governed by identity and access management policiesContinuously monitored for unauthorized accessAudited regularly through internal and external reviewsWhether we're building Boolean queries, running landscape analyses, or delivering patient journey insights, our systems meet SOC 2 standards for security, availability, and confidentiality.
- Secured with end-to-end encryption
- Protected via multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Governed by identity and access management policies
- Continuously monitored for unauthorized access
- Audited regularly through internal and external reviews
GDPR: Protecting EU Data in Every Project
Our work often involves processing publicly available social media data from multiple regions—including the EU. As a GDPR-compliant data processor, RILA ensures:All data processing is lawful, fair, and transparentOnly the minimum amount of personal data is processedData access and erasure rights are respectedAll transfers outside the EU comply with Schrems II guidanceWe follow strict anonymization and ethical data extraction processes, allowing our clients to derive rich insights from social media while staying fully compliant with GDPR Article 5 and Article 32.
- All data processing is lawful, fair, and transparent
- Only the minimum amount of personal data is processed
- Data access and erasure rights are respected
- All transfers outside the EU comply with Schrems II guidance
HIPAA: Serving Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Clients Responsibly
RILA supports some of the world’s largest pharmaceutical and healthcare organizations. To do this responsibly, we strictly comply with HIPAA Security and Privacy Rules when dealing with health-related insights.Our data workflows include:HIPAA-compliant infrastructureEnd-to-end encryption for all PHI-related datasetsInternal staff training on HIPAA standardsActivity logging and access controlsSecure storage and backup protocolsWe do not process patient-level health records, but our research often touches on condition-specific online narratives, making HIPAA compliance a critical foundation of our methodology.
- HIPAA-compliant infrastructure
- End-to-end encryption for all PHI-related datasets
- Internal staff training on HIPAA standards
- Activity logging and access controls
- Secure storage and backup protocols
ISO 27001: Our Commitment to Enterprise-Grade Information Security
We’ve implemented an internal Information Security Management System (ISMS) based on the ISO 27001 framework, allowing us to:
- Perform regular risk assessmentsImplement documented policies and procedures
- Maintain strict data classification and handling
- Deliver secure data transfer and storage
- Train staff on information security best practices
Whether you are receiving a dashboard, a report, or a strategic analysis from RILA, the underlying systems supporting that delivery are ISO-aligned and enterprise-ready.
- Perform regular risk assessments
- Implement documented policies and procedures
- Maintain strict data classification and handling
- Deliver secure data transfer and storage
- Train staff on information security best practices
Why the World’s Largest Companies Trust RILA GLOBAL CONSULTING
Our Fortune 500 and global clients choose us because we combine high-impact insights with airtight security. Here’s why they stay with us:We understand industry regulations across healthcare, finance, and government sectorsWe prioritize security, scalability, and compliance in every engagementWe speak the language of regulatory teams—while empowering brand and research teams with actionable dataWe’ve built a culture of compliance, integrity, and innovation
- We understand industry regulations across healthcare, finance, and government sectors
- We prioritize security, scalability, and compliance in every engagement
- We speak the language of regulatory teams—while empowering brand and research teams with actionable data
- We’ve built a culture of compliance, integrity, and innovation
Work With a Social Analytics Agency That Gets Security Right
At RILA GLOBAL CONSULTING, we don’t just follow trends—we set the gold standard in compliant data research and social intelligence. From complex Boolean logic to custom AI data segmentation, we deliver clean, compliant, and insight-rich reports that empower your business without compromising privacy or security.
Searching for a GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2, and ISO 27001-compliant agency for your next data research initiative?
Contact RILA GLOBAL CONSULTING today and learn how we can help you stay secure, compliant, and ahead of the curve in an ever-changing regulatory landscape.
