{"id":3033,"date":"2022-03-03T16:03:00","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T16:03:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/?p=3033"},"modified":"2023-05-25T07:51:00","modified_gmt":"2023-05-25T07:51:00","slug":"how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-pci-compliant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/how-much-does-it-cost-to-become-pci-compliant","title":{"rendered":"How Much Does It Cost to Become PCI Compliant?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"h3\">Introduction<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/pci-dss\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS)<\/a> provides operational and technical guidelines on creating a secure cardholder data environment (CDE). It also outlines detailed testing procedures for assessing if a business is PCI compliant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To pass annual PCI assessments, merchants often need to establish new security policies, invest in advanced software solutions, and organize employee training programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Find out how much it costs to become PCI compliant<\/strong> and how this process affects your bottom line.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pci-compliance-cost.png\" alt=\"total cost of being pci compliant\" class=\"wp-image-3034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pci-compliance-cost.png 800w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pci-compliance-cost-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/pci-compliance-cost-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Factors That Influence PCI DSS Costs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/what-is-pci-compliance\" target=\"_blank\">PCI DSS<\/a> is a lengthy document that lists 12 requirements and over 200 sub-requirements businesses must fulfill before they <a href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/blog\/how-to-accept-credit-card-payments-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">start accepting card transactions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Organizations are expected to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Develop and maintain a secure network and systems.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Introduce robust access control measures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Regularly test and monitor networks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain a vulnerability management program.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement policies that protect cardholder data.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have a thorough and well-documented InfoSec policy.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Continuously updating security policies and technical solutions can put organizations under significant financial strain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact amount a company needs to spend on PCI compliance depends on its business model, size, organizational capabilities, and the number of transactions it processes annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Refer to our <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/pci-compliance-checklist\" target=\"_blank\">PCI Compliance checklist<\/a> for merchants and learn everything you need to know to be PCI compliant. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-background has-vivid-cyan-blue-background-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number of Transactions Processed Annually<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PCI data security requirements cannot be applied partially. All businesses that collect, store, or transmit cardholder data are expected to employ the same security standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Payment card brands do, however, categorize businesses into 4 PCI compliance levels based on the number of card transactions they process annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The compliance level determines the type of assessment a company needs to undergo and how much the annual PCI audit is going to cost. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Large companies that process more than 6 million card transactions per year need to undergo on-premises audits conducted by a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA). A third-party PCI assessment and potential data remediations for a large organization can cost more than $50,000 annually.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Card Transactions Per Year<\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Annual PCI Assessment<\/th><th>Potential Cost<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\"><strong>Level 1<\/strong> <\/span><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">6 million+<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">The audit must be performed by a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA).<\/td><td>$50.000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Level 2<\/span><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Between 1 million and 6 million<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Self-assessment using a Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ). The form is completed by an employee who is a certified Internal Security Assessor (ISA).<\/td><td>$10.000+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Level 3<\/span><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Between 20 000 and 1 million<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Self-assessment using the appropriate SAQ form.<\/td><td>$1.200+<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong><span class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Level 4<\/span><\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Fewer than 20 000<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Self-assessment using the relevant SAQ form.<\/td><td>$300+<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Smaller merchants can complete one of several types of self-assessment questionnaires (SAQ). The cost of a PCI self-audit using an SAQ can range from several hundred to several thousand dollars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The type of PCI audit and SAQ an organization needs to submit depends on its business model and how it plans to handle cardholder data. Merchants should consult with their bank or payment card brand to confirm their compliance level and the type of SAQ they need to complete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Business Model<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PCI DSS ensures that all participants in the payment process adhere to a minimum of data security standards regardless of their business model or size. However, the more cardholder and authentication data a business collects, stores, and transmits, the more it needs to invest in data security controls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Merchants can reduce PCI-compliance-related costs by revising existing business practices, consolidating data, and streamlining payment flows. It is essential for merchants to only process cardholder data relevant to their business model.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"247\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/subsciprion-business-model-pci-compliance-cost.jpg\" alt=\"Subscription business and impact on PCI compliance.\" class=\"wp-image-3036\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/subsciprion-business-model-pci-compliance-cost.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/subsciprion-business-model-pci-compliance-cost-300x93.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/subsciprion-business-model-pci-compliance-cost-768x237.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Using the services of<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/\" target=\"_blank\"> PCI-compliant payment processors<\/a>, ecommerce platforms, and web hosts helps organizations reduce their exposure to PCI requirements. Established <a href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/blog\/third-party-payment-processor\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">third-party payment processors<\/a> can deliver PCI-compliant <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/github.com\/CCBill\/restful-api-guide\" target=\"_blank\">payment APIs<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/credit-card-tokenization\" target=\"_blank\">credit card tokenization<\/a> solutions, and network security tools at a fraction of their cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is challenging for a company with limited resources to create a PCI-compliant data environment without cooperating with several third-party providers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Number of Employees<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PCI requirements do not compel organizations to employ a certain number of people or create specific employee roles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses are required to implement authentication tools and procedures to restrict access to cardholder data. Only employees who need sensitive customer information to complete work-related tasks should be given access to the CDE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strong authentication systems like <a href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/what-is-two-factor-authentication\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">two-factor authentication<\/a> can increase operating costs considerably depending on the number of employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Physical access to hardware that can be used to retrieve sensitive data also needs to be limited. Large organizations may need to invest in expensive physical authentications systems, additional security personnel, or camera surveillance.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"363\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/number-emloyees-pci-compliance-cost.jpg\" alt=\"Data security workshop for PCI compliance.\" class=\"wp-image-3038\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/number-emloyees-pci-compliance-cost.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/number-emloyees-pci-compliance-cost-300x136.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/number-emloyees-pci-compliance-cost-768x348.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Companies must organize training programs for existing and newly hired employees. Regular training courses and workshops ensure that staff follows company procedures and is always aware of the latest data protection standards. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The cost of conducting staff training courses increases with the number of employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Network Segmentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>PCI compliance audits focus on system components that are part of the cardholder data environment. These include network devices, servers, applications, and computers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses can reduce the scope of PCI assessments by separating components that manage cardholder data from the wider company network. By segmenting their network, companies can cut costs and improve data security. It is more difficult to compromise a system with multiple isolated and well-protected environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/network-segmentation-pci-compliance-cost.jpg\" alt=\"Working on network segmentation to reduce PCI complaince scope.\" class=\"wp-image-3037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/network-segmentation-pci-compliance-cost.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/network-segmentation-pci-compliance-cost-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/ccbill.com\/kb\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/network-segmentation-pci-compliance-cost-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The initial investment in technologies that restrict access to a specific network segment, like <a href=\"https:\/\/phoenixnap.com\/blog\/types-of-firewalls\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">firewalls<\/a>, routers, and software solutions, is offset by the reduced scope of future PCI audits. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The PCI assessment determines if the <a href=\"https:\/\/phoenixnap.com\/blog\/network-segmentation-security\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">network segmentation<\/a> is sufficient to protect data and if the proper technologies and controls are deployed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">PCI Non-Compliance Fees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Card brands, banks, and customers can hold a non-compliant company accountable for a data breach. Depending on the circumstances of a breach, PCI non-compliance fees can vary from $500 to $500,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Businesses responsible for a breach may be required to pay:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Higher rates for future processing and banking services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compensation to customers in the form of <a href=\"https:\/\/ccbill.com\/blog\/what-is-a-chargeback\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chargebacks<\/a>, card fees, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal fees and damages as a result of lawsuits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The cost of a PCI DSS investigation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Additional costs associated with compliance assessments regardless of how many transactions they process per year. Companies that suffer a cardholder data breach are considered PCI compliance level 1 in future audits.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The loss of reputation and strained relations with other participants in the payment process can ultimately lead to merchants losing their ability to accept card payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"h3\">Conclusion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating and maintaining a PCI-compliant environment requires extensive planning, long work hours, and financial resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reducing the scope of PCI assessments is one of the most effective ways to keep PCI compliance related costs in check. 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