Choosing Ceel for innovation, trust & growth

Why Zenbase found the right compliance partner after trying multiple vendors

Philipp Postrehovsky: Chief Operating Officer (COO) & co-founder

Company Overview

Zenbase had tried multiple compliance vendors, but the solutions were either too costly, lacked innovation, or left gaps in support. The team wanted more than a checkbox—they needed a partner that could automate the heavy work, keep them audit-ready, and build trust with customers.

Compliance managed

Continuous, automated, centralized

Support delivered

Responsive and proactive

Impact

Stronger posture + more credibility with customers & partners

Outcomes

Compliance that fuels growth, not just audits

“Showed us what compliance should feel like. It keeps us on track and helps us build trust with customers and partners.”

Philipp Postrehovsky: CMO

https://myzenbase.com/

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The Challenge

Enterprise deals required SOC 2 to close; expansion to the EU pushed ISO 27001, GDPR, and ISO/IEC 42001.

Audits were expensive and fragmented across tools & vendors.

Policy/device management, security questionnaires, and evidence collection were time sinks that pulled engineers off roadmap work.

The team was scaling fast—vendors, tools, and employee onboarding needed to live in one place.

Why Ceel

AI copilots remove guesswork: auto-collect evidence, map controls, draft policies, and prep auditor-ready packages.

Unified Trust Center consolidates security, privacy, compliance, and status—one source of truth to share with customers and partners.

In-platform audits keep the entire cycle inside Ceel
(no switching or swivel chair).

Implementation (Time to Value)

Live in weeks: first wins in days.

Integrations: GitHub, Google Workspace, AWS, Slack, Jira, and more—plus vendor/employee hub for rapid growth.

Results

Framework velocity

From 6–8 months → weeks, and specific frameworks from weeks → days.

Certifications & regimeselocity

SOC 2 Type I & II, ISO 27001, GDPR & ISO/IEC 42001 audits baked into Ceel.

Procurement

“Passed in a breeze,” accelerating enterprise trust & shortening sales cycles.

Insurance

Lowered cyber-insurance premiums with demonstrable continuous controls and reporting.

Ops efficiency

Ceel AI generated risk reports and mitigation plans that cut weeks of manual effort, eliminated guesswork, and standardized system descriptions—driving ~95%+ workflow efficiency across audit prep.

Business impact

Established trust with brands like Groupon, Turo, Total Energies and others; unlocked millions in revenue tied to compliance readiness.

Proof & Stripe

Vendor & Employee Hub (Ceel)

FAQs

What is Ceel?

Ceel is an AI-native compliance automation and trust platform. It helps companies achieve certifications like SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, and more. By automating evidence collection, policies, vendor risk, and audits in one place, Ceel makes compliance faster and easier.

How is Ceel different from Vanta, Drata, or other GRC tools?

Many teams search for a Vanta alternative, Drata alternative, or replacement for other GRC tools like OneTrust or Archer. Ceel goes beyond basic compliance automation — getting you compliant in half the work and double the speed. With AI copilots, built-in auditors, and seamless migration, Ceel replaces external consultants and CISOs while consolidating everything into one AI-first platform.

What if I already have an auditor?

No problem. Ceel includes vetted, independent AICPA peer-reviewed auditors inside the platform. If you already have an auditor, Ceel integrates with them for a smooth, uninterrupted workflow.

Who is Ceel for?

Ceel adapts to startups, mid-market, and enterprises. Startups use it to get certified fast. Mid-market companies scale with vendor risk automation and AI workflows. Enterprises unify complex, multi-framework compliance programs on one platform.

How quickly can we get compliant?

Most companies using Ceel are ready in days and certified in weeks, compared to the months it typically takes with traditional methods. To meet urgent needs, we provide engagement letters within days so customers can demonstrate compliance progress immediately. With AI copilots and built-in auditors, the process across frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and GDPR is fast, predictable, and audit-ready.

Do you provide auditors?

Yes. Ceel includes independent, AICPA peer-reviewed auditors built into the platform. Certifications like SOC 2 and ISO are faster and seamless without juggling external providers.

What frameworks does Ceel support?

Ceel supports SOC 2 (Type I & II), ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, ISO 42001 (AI), EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, CMMC, PIPEDA, and more.

What integrations does Ceel offer?

Ceel integrates with hundreds of apps including AWS, Azure, GCP, GitHub, Okta, Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Jira, and Slack. We also offer an open API for custom integrations.

Do I need a compliance team to use Ceel?

No. Ceel works even if you don’t have a compliance team, and scales as a centralized platform for larger organizations.

How does Ceel affect my cyber insurance?

By proving continuous compliance and lowering risk exposure, Ceel helps companies reduce cyber insurance premiums and improve insurability.

Do we get human support or just AI?

Both. Ceel combines AI copilots with real-time Slack & Teams support, plus optional vCISO services when you need extra expertise.

Is Ceel enterprise-ready?

Yes. Ceel supports multi-framework compliance, advanced risk programs, enterprise-grade workflows, and integrations across complex environments.

How much does Ceel cost?

Pricing depends on your stage, frameworks, and services. Ceel adapts from startup-friendly packages to enterprise-level solutions. [Book a Demo] for a tailored proposal.

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