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Security in Custom Software: KVKK, GDPR Compliance, and OWASP Standards
Table of Contents — English
Overview
Security cannot be added to a completed system as an afterthought — it must be designed into the architecture from the start. According to OWASP, 85% of software vulnerabilities could have been prevented during the development phase. The cost of fixing a vulnerability discovered post-launch can be 30 times the cost of addressing it during development. PROJX Digital applies a Security by Design approach on all projects: HTTPS/TLS 1.3 enforced, bcrypt/Argon2 password hashing, CSRF protection, rate limiting, dependency audits in CI/CD, static code analysis (SAST), and a basic penetration test before go-live.
Key Evaluation Criteria
- Strategic fit: does the solution align with your 5-year growth roadmap?
- Technical scalability: can the architecture grow with your business?
- Integration readiness: how deeply can it connect with existing systems?
- Total cost of ownership: what does 5-year TCO look like versus alternatives?
- Vendor independence: do you retain full source code and IP ownership?
PROJX Digital's Approach
At PROJX Digital, every engagement in the area of 'Security in Custom Software: KVKK, GDPR Compliance, and OWASP Standards' begins with a structured Discover phase — mapping current processes, identifying bottlenecks, and aligning technical decisions with business outcomes. Our methodology ensures the delivered solution creates measurable value. Source code and IP belong to the client from day one.
Decision Framework and Next Steps
The right decision depends on your specific context: process complexity, team capacity, budget horizon, and competitive strategy. PROJX Digital offers a free initial consultation to help you map these dimensions and identify the right path forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Key Takeaways
- 'Security in Custom Software: KVKK, GDPR Compliance, and OWASP Standards' requires both technical precision and alignment with business strategy — PROJX Digital specializes in bridging these two.
- The Discover → Design → Develop → Scale methodology reduces uncertainty and keeps the client involved at every stage.
- Source code ownership ensures vendor independence and long-term flexibility.
- PROJX Digital's dual-office capacity (Istanbul + Barcelona) supports both local and international engagements.