How Neuralift AI got ISO 42001 audit-ready in just 2 weeks with Vanta and Consilium Labs

The company

AI for Customer Segmentation and KPI Strategy

Neuralift AI is the first applied AI built to surface latent patterns in data as actionable segments and strategies aligned to lift business KPIs. This intelligence layer accelerates and optimizes investments and business results. Neuralift AI transforms what was previously months of cross-functional work using samples of data into a sub 4-hour GPU job analyzing the entirety of data with neural network segment precision for affinity and reasoning models that understand KPI objectives. Neuralift’s customer base is growing quickly in customer data-rich verticals of Gaming, Media, Entertainment, Travel and Retail.

As an AI-powered solution, Neuralift recognized the need to earn trust early on and demonstrate that AI security and governance are foundational to its platform. To do so, the company prioritized compliance with ISO 42001, a relatively new standard for AI management systems.

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The challenge

Navigating compliance requirements with limited resources and expertise

Like many startups, Neuralift faced challenges on the path to certification, including a lack of clarity around compliance requirements, disorganized evidence and documentation, concerns about lengthy audit timelines, and limited internal resources dedicated to managing compliance.

The company needed a platform to help organize their evidence, and an audit partner who could simplify the process and understood the unique pressures of building in the AI space. 

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The solution

Simplified security with automated compliance and a knowledgeable audit partner 

Vanta’s Trust Management Platform played a critical role in helping Neuralift AI become audit-ready quickly. By automating evidence collection, the platform significantly reduced the manual effort required to compile and manage documentation. It also helped highlight compliance gaps early, allowing teams to address issues proactively rather than reactively. 

In addition, Vanta streamlined essential tasks like policy management and risk oversight, providing a centralized hub for continuous compliance. 

In addition to Vanta’s powerful automated compliance tools, Neuralift AI tapped audit firm Consilium Labs for trusted guidance along the ISO 42001 audit journey. With a human-first, consultative approach, the Consilium Labs team made the audit process approachable and transparent. They didn’t just assess compliance—they partnered with Neuralift AI as advisors, translating complex standards into understandable, actionable steps.

Working in real-time through Vanta, Consilium Labs helped validate and organize evidence, clarified key requirements, and ensured that Neuralift AI stayed aligned and informed throughout the process. The seamless partnership between Vanta and Consilium Labs helped streamline the ISO 42001 audit process for Neuralift AI, and keep communication flows in a single platform.  

“Vanta makes life easier—for both auditors and clients. It simplifies how we work, helps clients stay on track, and opens the door to more certifications.”

- Elad Motola, Managing Director - Consilium Labs

Consilium Labs’ collaborative and transparent audit approach made the experience feel supportive rather than stressful—offering clarity and structure instead of just checklists.“They weren’t machines—they were people,” said Mike Maloney, Co-founder & Chief Data Officer of Neuralift AI. “That really went a long way.”

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The impact

Leveraging compliance as a growth strategy

Vanta and Consilium Labs enabled Neuralift AI to get ISO 42001 audit-ready in just two weeks. This speed and efficiency allowed the team to meet customer requirements faster, unlock new revenue opportunities, and position themselves as a trusted AI partner.

“Following a known standard like ISO 42001 let us build trust early,” said Mike. “It didn’t eliminate all the questions—but it made them easier to answer.”

The Neuralift AI team is also leveraging Vanta to scale its compliance program. With support for a wide range of frameworks—including SOC 2 & GDPR—Neuralift AI can easily track opportunities to pursue additional certifications and leverage overlapping controls, without duplicative work. 

With ISO 42001 and other frameworks now in place, Neuralift AI has a repeatable, scalable compliance foundation that supports rapid growth. And with Vanta and Consilium Labs as partners, they’re going beyond checkbox compliance to build a business rooted in security and credibility.

“If you’re new to security, Vanta’s ecosystem is a great place to start. The tools and support are top-tier.”

- Mike Maloney, Co-Founder & Chief Data Officer, Neuralift AI