Planera Achieves SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance

Planera, the leading provider of visual, collaborative construction scheduling solutions, today announced its successful completion of the Service Organization Control (SOC 2) Type II certification. This achievement underscores Planera's dedication to maintaining the highest standards of data security and privacy for its customers in the construction industry.

The SOC 2 Type II certification, widely recognized as the gold standard for data security, verifies that Planera's information security practices, policies, and procedures meet the rigorous requirements set by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA). This certification ensures that Planera's scheduling solution safeguards customer data against unauthorized access, maintains data integrity, and ensures system availability.

Key benefits of Planera's SOC 2 Type II compliance include:

1. Enhanced Data Protection: Robust security measures protect sensitive project information from unauthorized access and potential breaches.
2. Increased Trust: Customers can confidently rely on Planera's commitment to maintaining the highest level of data security and privacy.
3. Operational Excellence: The certification validates Planera's robust processes for managing and monitoring system availability and data integrity.
4. Continuous Improvement: SOC 2 compliance encourages ongoing evaluation and enhancement of Planera's systems and controls.

Nitin Bhandari, CEO and co-founder of Planera, emphasized the importance of this achievement: "In the construction industry, where project data is critical and often sensitive, ensuring the highest level of security is paramount. Achieving SOC 2 Type II compliance demonstrates our unwavering commitment to protecting our customers' information. This certification is not just about meeting a standard; it's about providing our clients with the peace of mind they need to focus on what they do best – building and managing successful construction projects."

This combination of innovative features and robust security measures positions Planera as the go-to solution for construction professionals seeking both advanced functionality and data protection. Planera's SOC 2 Type II compliance is a testament to the company's ongoing efforts to provide secure, reliable, and innovative scheduling solutions to the construction industry. As the sector continues to embrace digital transformation, Planera remains at the forefront, ensuring that its customers can leverage cutting-edge technology without compromising on security.

Planera’s SOC 2 Type II audit was completed by Modern Assurance with the help of Secureframe. Secureframe also drives Planera’s continuous compliance strategy including the ability to continuously track, monitor, and remediate any compliance needs.

About

Planera is a leading provider of visual, CPM-based construction scheduling solutions that simplify and transform the way projects are planned and managed. Through its visual scheduling solution, Planera helps construction teams bring clarity and efficiency to project timelines, empowering teams to build faster, smarter, and on schedule. Planera works with construction industry leaders such as Granite, Barton Malow and Blach Construction and is backed by investors such as Sierra Ventures, Sorenson, Brick & Mortar Ventures, Prudence, and Firebolt. For more information, visit www.planera.io.