In 2026, compliance shows up early.
What Changed
Even small teams now face:
- Enterprise customers
- Data privacy requirements
- Vendor security reviews
Ignoring this blocks deals.
Compliance Doesn’t Mean Bureaucracy
Good compliance is:
- Lightweight
- Intentional
- Proportionate to risk
Bad compliance is panic-driven.
Engineering Choices Matter
Early decisions around:
- Auth
- Data storage
- Access control
Determine future flexibility.
The Role of Experienced Builders
Dev partners help teams:
- Build compliant foundations early
- Avoid expensive retrofits
- Stay credible with customers
Final Thoughts
You don’t need perfection — you need preparedness.