Shippo's Continued Partnership: Choosing Akitra® for SOC 2 Type II Re-Attestation and Enhanced Risk Management Assessment using FAIR Methodology
Enhancing Security and Efficiency through Akitra®’s Cost-Effective Compliance Automation Solution.
Shippo, a leading technology vendor in the logistics and shipping sector, is committed to delivering unparalleled solutions to businesses worldwide. As the demand for secure and reliable services continues to rise, Shippo recognizes the importance of fortifying its compliance framework to meet industry standards and customer expectations. In pursuit of this goal, Shippo embarked on a transformative journey towards achieving SOC 2 Type II re-attestation and also using Akitra®’s Quantitative Risk Management product for risk assessment and audit using Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR) methodology. Since they had achieved their SOC 2 attestation using Akitra®’s Agentic AI-powered compliance automation platform, leading them to choose Akitra® again for their re-attestation process.
The Challenge
Shippo encountered several challenges on its path to compliance excellence, which necessitated innovative solutions to overcome:
Compliance Complexity: Shippo grappled with the intricacies of regulatory requirements, struggling to interpret and implement compliance measures effectively.
Resource Limits: Shippo had limited staff members to properly manage the complicated compliance environment because of their small team size.
Lack of Automation: Shippo could not accelerate important procedures and optimize compliance workflows due to the lack of automated technologies and were earlier being done manually.
Akitra®’s automation capabilities have significantly sped up our workflow, especially for our small team. Their solution is not only affordable but also incredibly efficient, making SOC 2 compliance achievable for us. Compared to our previous expensive option, Akitra®’s pricing and performance are unmatched.
Hoan Le
Enterprise Security Manager, Shippo
Akitra's Solution
In their quest for streamlined and automated processes for compliance readiness, Shippo turned to Akitra®, a trusted partner with a proven track record of excellence. Already acquainted with Akitra®’s capabilities through prior experience, Shippo navigated its compliance journey confidently and easily in a short period of time.
Akitra® offered a range of solutions, including:
Efficient Automation: Akitra®’s leading compliance automation platform offered a solution to Shippo in streamlining workflows, and automating evidence gathering.
Tailored Features: Akitra®’s suite of features was tailored to meet Shippo’s specific needs, offering intuitive tools for compliance management and risk assessment.
Integration Capabilities: Akitra®’s seamless integration with Shippo’s existing tools and systems allowed for a smooth transition and enhanced compatibility, minimizing disruption and maximizing efficiency.
Expert Support: Akitra®’s dedicated support team provided invaluable guidance and assistance, ensuring a smooth transition to automated compliance processes.
The Result
Akitra®’s comprehensive solution provided Shippo with the tools and support necessary to navigate their compliance journey seamlessly. Akitra® has proven again to be an excellent partner and collaborator for Shippo’s compliance needs, resulting in numerous benefits:
Accelerated Attestation: With Akitra®’s support, Shippo achieved both Risk Assessment audit and report and
SOC 2 Type II attestation in a fraction of the time. Thanks to streamlined workflows, automation and efficient evidence collection.
Resource Optimization: Akitra®’s Agentic AI-powered automation capabilities enabled Shippo to optimize resource allocation, freeing up valuable time and manpower for other critical tasks.
Enhanced Risk Management: Leveraging Akitra®’s Risk Management module, Shippo gained quantitative insights into their risk landscape, enabling proactive risk mitigation and informed decision-making.
Improved Compliance Posture: Akitra®’s platform facilitated a smoother audit process, reducing the burden of manual tasks and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Akitra®’s streamlined approach saves us valuable time by eliminating the need for countless meetings with auditors. With evidence readily available on the platform, we can focus on productive discussions, making our compliance process much faster and more efficient.
