How DataPelago Automated, Accelerated, and Aced
SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 Compliance with Akita’s Next Generation Compliance Automation Platform
DataPelago compliance journey powered by expert support, smart integrations, and nonstop audit readiness.
DataPelago is a fast-growing startup helping companies accelerate and lower the costs to process and analyze massive amounts of data using GPU-and other hardware powered acceleration technologies. Being a disruptor in the data processing space, DataPelago ingrained and prioritized the first principles of security and data safety.
To build trust and meet industry requirements, DataPelago decided to go for SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications. With limited experience in compliance, they needed a smart and efficient way to get there. That’s when they turned to Akitra®, a leading Agentic AI-enabled, Next generation Compliance Automation platform.
The Challenge
As a fast-growing startup, DataPelago faced several compliance challenges on their journey to SOC 2 and ISO 27001 compliance:
Proving Security to Enterprise Customers: To gain trust and win deals with large enterprise customers, they needed to quickly demonstrate strong and verifiable security practices.
Tight Deadlines for Dual Certifications: To match the aggressive release deadlines, they had to complete both SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 assessments back-to-back within a short period, adding pressure to an already challenging task.
Busy Team: With a team already consumed by the product development of cutting edge innovative technologies and daily operations, finding the time and resources for a full compliance journey was a big stretch.
Compliance Experience: With limited experience driving a SOC 2 or ISO 27001 compliance project before, they needed a trusted partner to navigate and simplify the complex security frameworks.
Akitra®’s platform, combined with the expert guidance from their team, helped us build a strong security posture with structured processes, continuous monitoring, and real-time alerts. Compliance became part of our daily routine, efficient, automated, and always audit-ready.
Prasad Varakur
Director of Product Management, DataPelago
Akitra's Solution
Akitra® stepped in as more than just a software provider, they became DataPelago’s trusted compliance partner. Here’s how Akitra® made things easy for DataPelago:
Automated Device Compliance Checks: Akitra Andromeda® was installed on all company laptops to automatically track key security settings like disk encryption, firewalls, and antivirus protection; ensuring every device stayed compliant without manual effort.
Seamless Integrations: Akitra® connected with DataPelago’s existing tools and CSPs, automatically pulling in the right evidence for audits. This eliminated the need for manual data collection and reduced the risk of missing anything important.
Built-in Employee Security Training: Security awareness training was integrated directly into the platform, making it easy for employees to complete required modules and stay informed about best practices.
Ongoing Expert Support: The Akitra team provided regular check-ins, answered questions, and gave hands-on guidance, acting as a true extension of the DataPelago team.
Step-by-Step Compliance Roadmap: Akitra laid out a clear, easy-to-follow plan for achieving SOC 2 and ISO 27001, breaking the process into manageable steps so the team always knew what to do next.
The Result
With Akitra’s support, DataPelago successfully completed both SOC 2 Type II attestation and ISO 27001 certification, setting a strong foundation for security and compliance while keeping their team focused on innovation.
Here’s what they achieved:
SOC 2 & ISO 27001 Achieved in Record Time: DataPelago completed SOC 2 in no time and ISO 27001 in just 1-2 months later, with Akitra®’s expert support and automation.
Continuous Monitoring and Evidence Collection: With Akitra®, compliance became a part of daily operations. Evidence was automatically collected in real-time, removing the stress of last-minute preparations when audits rolled around.
Employee Training Completion: All team members completed their required security training directly on Akitra Andromeda®, ensuring the organization met one of the key compliance requirements with ease.
Always Audit-Ready: DataPelago is now continuously prepared for audits, with updated records, tracked controls, and complete visibility into their compliance status at all times.
Akitra® turned what felt like a compliance beast into a smooth, automated process. They’re not just a platform; they’re an extension of our security team, always just a call away. With their support, we’re confident in our audit readiness and daily security posture without needing to overthink it.
