HIPAAPCI-DSSSOC 2

Data Flow Mapping for AI Systems

Document exactly how customer data moves through your AI virtual employee. Essential for HIPAA audits, PCI assessments, and SOC 2 evidence collection.

Reading time: 12 min

Last updated: May 2026

Guide Overview

This is a structured outline of the implementation framework. Full detailed documentation is available for 757Comply enterprise customers.

Introduction

Why auditors ask for data flow diagrams
The difference between system architecture and data flow

What to Map & Methodology

Data entry points, processing locations, storage, output destinations, third-party touchpoints
Step 1: Inventory data types handled by AI
Step 2: Trace each data type through the system
Step 3: Identify compliance boundaries crossed
Step 4: Document retention periods at each location
Step 5: Note encryption state at each stage

Using Your Data Flow Map

For compliance audits & vendor assessments
For incident response & system changes
Maintenance: Keeping Maps Current

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