The Opportunity
When Gierd scaled its unified marketplace commerce platform for enterprise brands, the stakes became clear: collaboration required not just great technology but also specific credentials. SOC 2 Type I certification facilitated new customer opportunities. With a strong internal compliance foundation already in place, Gierd chose to fast-track certification in alignment with major customer needs. Rather than treating compliance as an afterthought, Gierd leveraged its already-strong internal foundation to accelerate the certification process.
The Approach
Gierd partnered with Koop by leveraging its modern GRC platform to align policies, prepare evidence, and manage auditor workflows with precision and speed. Thanks to a streamlined setup and close collaboration, Gierd operationalized its compliance strategy in under a week — dramatically outpacing traditional timelines
The Result
Within days, Gierd secured its SOC 2 Type I certification and finalized an important enterprise deal. What is typically a multi-month effort was transformed into a high-velocity success story, proving Gierd’s ability to combine compliance rigor with business agility. This proactive approach meant customer collaboration could begin immediately, turning compliance from a barrier into a competitive advantage.
Why Koop
Koop’s modern GRC platform and proven experience supporting high-growth startups with contractual and compliance requirements made it the right partner for Gierd’s enterprise ambitions — enabling rapid certification without compromising quality or focus.
