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For the SOC reporting space, the re codification of attestation standards (SSAE No. 18) is largely a simplified version of the existing standards. The net effect is that an “SSAE 16” SOC 1 will look nearly identical to an “SSAE 18” SOC 1 (those aren’t the authoritative terms for SOC 1 reports — they’re just for illustrative purposes). The practitioners performing the attestation engagements for SOC reports will not notice very many material changes in the standards; however, there are a few key areas of emphasis worth noting for SOC 1 reports: 1. Modification to assertion criteria 2.Monitoring the effectiveness of controls at a sub-service organization -Reviewing and reconciling output reports 3. Evaluating the reliability of evidence produced by the service organization. Below lines will give you an outline of the side-headings: 1. Modification to assertion criteria Periodic discussion with the subservice organization personnel. An ...