HOME

All Cases

Meridian AI

BD Emerson & Meridian AI: Fast-Tracking to SOC 2 Compliance for Enhanced Enterprise Readiness

About

other cases

book a call

Overview

In the rapidly evolving tech landscape, startups like Meridian AI, a pioneering AI technology firm, confront the imperative of adhering to rigorous security, privacy, and compliance standards from the outset. Meridian AI, known for its innovative AI solutions, recognized early on the necessity of embedding robust security and compliance frameworks into its operations to serve enterprise-level customers effectively. BD Emerson, a leader in corporate IT consulting, was chosen to guide Meridian AI through this critical process, elevating the company's security posture and compliance readiness to new heights.

01.

Challenge

Facing a demanding deadline, Meridian AI needed to achieve SOC 2 Type I compliance swiftly to facilitate business agreements with large enterprise clients. This compliance certification was crucial for demonstrating the company's commitment to security and for building trust with potential partners. The challenges were multifaceted, encompassing the implementation of security controls across various domains, including business account management, endpoint management, cloud security, and the development lifecycle. Achieving this in a concise timeline required a partner with deep expertise and a proven track record.

02.

Solution

BD Emerson stepped up with a bespoke strategy that addressed Meridian AI's specific needs. The collaboration commenced with a focused implementation of security controls on Meridian's business accounts, integrating an MDM (Mobile Device Management) solution and an EDR/XDR (Endpoint Detection and Response/Extended Detection and Response) solution to bolster endpoint security. This foundational work paved the way for achieving SOC 2 Type I compliance within an impressive three-week timeframe.

BD Emerson's approach was comprehensive, addressing not just immediate compliance requirements but also strengthening Meridian AI's overall security posture. They crafted technical enforcement policies for essential security measures such as hard disk encryption, anti-virus/anti-malware protection, and established configuration standards. Further, BD Emerson took an active role in enhancing Meridian AI's Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring security was integrated at every stage of development.

Turning their attention to the cloud, BD Emerson implemented rigorous security controls, established Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)/Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), and developed a ransomware-proof backup strategy, ensuring all backups were stored in immutable formats. Continuous vulnerability scanning of the Meridian AI application and infrastructure was also introduced, fortifying the company's defenses against potential threats.

03.

Impact

This strategic partnership between Meridian AI and BD Emerson not only accelerated Meridian's journey to SOC 2 Type I compliance but also significantly elevated the company's appeal to enterprise clients. The swift and comprehensive enhancement of Meridian AI's security and compliance capabilities enabled the firm to commence partnerships with large enterprises, leveraging the SOC 2 Type I certification as a testament to its security and compliance stature, with a forward-looking commitment to achieving Type II certification.

Thanks to BD Emerson's expertise and efficient execution, Meridian AI has set a new benchmark for startups aiming to quickly meet and exceed the stringent security and compliance requirements of today's enterprise market. This success story underscores BD Emerson's role as a pivotal force in propelling startups towards achieving security excellence and compliance readiness from the outset.

04.

Conclusion

The collaboration between BD Emerson and Meridian AI exemplifies the significant impact that targeted IT and compliance solutions can have on a startup's market entry and success. By navigating the complex terrain of security, privacy, and compliance with precision and speed, BD Emerson has not only facilitated Meridian AI's seamless transition into the enterprise domain but also established a model for emerging startups striving for operational excellence from day one.

05.

Related Services

Virtual CISO Services. vCISO Consulting

SOC 2 Compliance Consulting Services

GDPR Compliance Consulting Services

Managed IT Support Services

Vanta Implementation Services

06.

Quote:

Alexander Sen, CEO and Founder of Meridian AI

"Engaging with BD Emerson was a pivotal moment for Meridian AI. Their expert team, led by seasoned professionals, swiftly navigated us through the complexities of achieving SOC 2 Type I compliance in an incredibly short timeframe and moving straight into our SOC 2 Type II monitoring period. This wasn't just about ticking a box for compliance; it was about fundamentally enhancing our security posture across the board — from our endpoints and cloud infrastructure to our development lifecycle and beyond. The diligence and technical acumen of BD Emerson allowed us to not only meet but exceed the stringent security expectations of our enterprise clients. Thanks to BD Emerson, we're now not just ready but confident in our security and compliance stature, setting us apart in the AI technology market. Their partnership has been invaluable, providing us the foundation to scale securely and sustainably."

Other Case Studies

BD Emerson & Wendt Partners: SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR

Wendt Partners is a B2B growth consulting agency, focused on providing clients with customized growth solutions. Through their platform, Wendt Partners offers clients a B2B Growth Stack, which is a customized strategy centered on marketing, sales, and CRM solutions. In order to fortify their current platform and fulfill their commitments to clients from the technology, industrial services, and professional services industries, Wendt Partners turned to BD Emerson for a comprehensive overhaul of their cybersecurity infrastructure. In less than 90 days, BD Emerson had assisted Wendt Partners in building out controls that aligned with SOC 2 Type 1, HIPAA, ISO 27001, and GDPR standards.

BD Emerson & Titan Intake: HIPAA & SOC 2 Compliance Partners

Titan Intake is a digital health innovation company whose platform automates the processing of incoming patient records and referrals to expedite the time it takes to process new patient paperwork. With a platform that reads, sorts, and processes Personal Health Information (PHI) instantly, Titan Intake upholds stringent HIPAA standards and is dedicated to building an extra layer of data protection through SOC 2 Type I compliance. Titanic Intake, Inc. sought out BD Emerson’s consulting services to help the company navigate SOC 2 Type I compliance and harden its HIPAA controls to make certain the Titan Intake platform operates at the highest level of data security. BD Emerson guided Titan Intake through the building of SOC 2 Type I controls, the assessment of their existing HIPAA controls, and the implementation of Vanta, BD Emerson’s trusted partner for compliance automation services.

BD Emerson CPA & mdhub: HIPAA & SOC 2 Audit Partners

mdhub powers mental health clinicians with a clinical AI assistant that efficiently runs their practices. mdhub’s clinical AI assistant automates tasks that occur before, during, and after a patient visit, saving clinicians at least two hours per day on administrative tasks, therefore allowing them to see more patients. mdhub is a Y-Combinator backed company and is a part of the startup accelerator’s current summer 24 batch. With data privacy and security at the core of mdhub’s operating philosophy, mdhub turned to BD Emerson CPA to assess mdhub’s SOC 2 compliance readiness, reassess its HIPAA compliance, and advise on the design of its security controls in order to bolster the company’s security and compliance.

BD Emerson & Boxcore: Achieving SOC 2 Compliance

Boxcore, a leading construction safety software provider simplifies how construction companies manage their compliance documents, training records, and digital permits. In order to mature the Boxcore product and enhance security at the parent organization, they sought out BD Emerson’s expertise. The partnership between Boxcore and BD Emerson led Boxcore through the SOC 2 Type I and GDPR compliance processes.

BD Emerson & Gardiant: Achieving SOC 2 Type I Compliance

Gardiant, a modern Case Management software company, underwent an initiative to enhance its security and compliance posture in order to align its operations with the rigorous compliance standards of HIPAA and SOC 2. BD Emerson was selected to help Gardiant navigate the complex regulatory landscape and implement vital security and privacy controls. The goal was to enable the team to build more security and privacy features into the product, add additional governance controls at the organizational level, and elevate the protections Gardiant customers can count on while using the Gadirant Works platform.

BD Emerson & HiredHelpr: Elevating Security Measures for Enhanced Business Growth and Trust

In the competitive landscape of digital services, HiredHelpr, a cutting-edge platform designed to connect clients with a wide range of professional services, realized the paramount importance of bolstering their security posture to safeguard client identities, secure devices, and protect cloud infrastructure. To achieve these goals, HiredHelpr enlisted the expertise of BD Emerson, a premier corporate IT consulting firm known for its comprehensive security assessments and solutions. This partnership was aimed at not just meeting but exceeding industry-standard security practices, thereby instilling confidence in HiredHelpr’s clients and partners.

BD Emerson & Civex: Pioneering GLBA-Compliant Application Architecture for Secure Civic Engagement

Civex, an innovative platform designed to enhance civic engagement through its native app, faced the challenge of ensuring that their product met the stringent requirements of the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) at launch. Recognizing the critical need for a foundational approach to security and privacy, Civex partnered with BD Emerson. This collaboration focused on integrating GLBA compliance into the application's architecture from the ground up, ensuring that Civex's product was not only compliant but also trusted by early customers for its security and privacy measures.

BD Emerson & Supered: Elevating Digital Adoption with Compliance Excellence

Supered, a dynamic digital adoption platform tailored for the HubSpot ecosystem, is dedicated to empowering sales representatives, administrators, and marketers to become CRM superheroes. To achieve this mission while expanding their footprint among enterprise clients, Supered sought to ensure the highest standards of security and privacy compliance. Recognizing the importance of SOC 2 Type I and II compliance, along with GDPR adherence, Supered engaged BD Emerson for their unmatched expertise. Through an accelerated and comprehensive compliance journey, BD Emerson not only facilitated Supered's compliance achievements but also enhanced their marketability and trust within the enterprise sector.

BD Emerson & Rubrik: Fortifying Data Protection in the Cloud Era

Rubrik, a leader in cloud data management and security, faced the critical challenge of aligning its operations with stringent compliance standards, including HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR. As the company sought to reinforce its commitment to privacy, security, and compliance, BD Emerson was chosen for its expertise in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Through a collaborative effort, BD Emerson not only guided Rubrik in achieving and maintaining these vital compliance milestones but also solidified Rubrik's position as a trusted guardian of sensitive data in the cloud.

BD Emerson & Savant/GE Lighting: Steering Enterprise Security and Privacy in the IoT Era

In the rapidly evolving landscape of smart home technology, Savant/GE Lighting, a pioneer in the field, recognized the critical need to enhance their cybersecurity posture and privacy compliance to safeguard their reputation and customer trust. To navigate this complex terrain, they turned to BD Emerson for their expert Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) service. BD Emerson's holistic approach to security leadership, endpoint management, application security, and privacy consulting has fortified Savant's defenses and compliance, setting a new benchmark in the smart home industry.

BD Emerson & LiveSchool: Navigating the Path to SOC 2 Compliance for Educational Excellence

LiveSchool, an innovative platform designed to enhance school environments through rewarding positive student behavior, faced a pivotal challenge in their expansion journey. As they partnered with larger school districts, they needed to demonstrate their security and privacy policies through a 3rd party SOC 2 audit, a critical trust and compliance benchmark for service providers. Recognizing the complexity of this requirement, LiveSchool enlisted BD Emerson’s expertise. Over just three months, BD Emerson transformed LiveSchool’s security and privacy posture, successfully prepared for their SOC 2, and raised the bar for practices in the ed tech industry.

BD Emerson & Incentiv: Accelerating Startup Success through Comprehensive Security and Compliance Solutions

In an era where startups face immense pressure to meet stringent security, privacy, and compliance requirements from the get-go, Incentiv Inc., an innovative data platform backed by leading venture firms, embarked on an ambitious journey. Incentiv arms investors and talent leaders with rich data and intuitive tools they can rely on to make confident comp decisions across their global portfolios. Aware of the challenges in serving enterprise customers, Incentiv recognized the need to design their product from Day 1 with rigorous attention to security, privacy, and compliance. This is where BD Emerson stepped in, providing end-to-end corporate IT consulting, propelling Incentiv to new heights.

Partners

At BD Emerson, the trust of our partners enhances our credibility, meeting the highest security standards and requirements.