Drata automates the process. Axipro makes sure you pass.
We’re a Drata Elite implementation partner that gets SaaS, fintech, and cloud companies SOC 2, ISO 27001, and HIPAA certified in 6 weeks, with a 100% audit pass rate.
- Drata Elite Partner
- CREST Certified
- ISO 27001 Certified
Trusted by 4,000+ companies
How the Axipro × Drata Accelerator Works
Compliance automation platforms handle evidence collection and control monitoring brilliantly. But they can’t tell you whether your scope is right, your controls are defensible, or your evidence will hold up under audit. That’s where teams get stuck, and where timelines slip from weeks to months. That’s also where we shine. With over 4000 engagements under our belt, here’s the typical timeline for certification with Axipro:
1. Scope & Gap Assessment (Week 1–2) We validate your scope, map your controls to your actual business operations, and identify gaps before Drata is configured — not after. You get a clear roadmap with no ambiguity about what’s needed.
2. Implementation & Readiness (Week 3–6) We configure Drata alongside your team, assign control ownership, build evidence workflows, and run a structured readiness review. Every finding gets resolved before your auditor sees it.
3. Audit Support & Certification (Week 7–8) We coordinate with your auditor, draft clarifications, manage remediation, and keep the process moving. You focus on your business — we handle the audit.
Our Services
G2 Clients Trust AxiPro
Trusted by clients on G2, Axipro stands out for real support, clear communication, and fast results. Our clients’ stories show how we simplify compliance and build lasting trust through genuine partnerships.
Axipro was instrumental in helping us reach our compliance goals. They simplified the entire process and made it far easier for us to stay organized and confident. They are responsive, knowledgeable, and make compliance feel manageable.
– CEO, Noon AI
Certification Success Rate
Average Time to Certification
Revenue Unlocked For Our Customers
Compliance Without the Headache.
Not sure if you need a partner? Book a free 30-minute scoping call.
DRATA Elite Partner
As the most reviewed Drata partner and a top Drata Gold Partner in the EMEA region, Axipro delivers unmatched expertise backed by Drata’s industry-leading automation.
Our partnership accelerates SOC 2, ISO 27001, and GDPR certification journeys with precision, transparency, and audit-ready results. Recognised for reliability, innovation, and consistent client success, we simplify compliance and empower your business to scale with confidence.
Do You Need Just Drata, or Drata Plus a Partner?
When you can run it yourself
- You have an in-house lead who has run SOC 2 or ISO 27001 before.
- Your environment is straightforward and your team is small.
- You have 5+ months before your deadline.
- It's a renewal, not a first-time certification.
When a partner pays for itself
- Your engineers can't afford to lose 200+ hours to compliance work.
- It's your first certification and a mistake costs more than the fee.
- A customer deal is blocked and you need to move in weeks.
- You're running multiple frameworks at once.
- Your environment is complex: multi-cloud, regulated, or a large team.
OUR FRAMEWORKS
Frameworks We Implement with Drata
SOC 2 Type I & II · ISO 27001 · HIPAA · GDPR · PCI DSS · NIST CSF · CMMC · DORA
SOC 2 Type I & Type II
Our most common Drata engagement. We handle scoping, control mapping, evidence configuration, and audit coordination. Typical timeline: 6 weeks to audit-ready.
ISO 27001
We guide you through Annex A controls, Statement of Applicability, and certification body coordination, all managed within Drata’s ISO 27001 module.
HIPAA
For digital health and healthtech companies, we configure Drata’s HIPAA controls and conduct risk assessments aligned to the Security Rule.
GDPR
We map Drata’s controls to GDPR requirements and help you build a defensible data protection framework for EU operations.
NIST CSF
We align your Drata controls to NIST Cybersecurity Framework categories for organizations needing federal or enterprise-grade security posture.
Also supported
PCI DSS, CMMC, DORA, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, ISO 45001, R2, SOX.
Drata Case Studies
See how our clients achieved compliance with Axipro + Drata:
Drata vs Vanta vs Secureframe: How to Choose
Vanta
- Best fit: Early-stage US startups, founder-led teams, companies that want a name their auditors and customers already recognize.
- Trade-off: Pricing climbs quickly as you scale. Buyer support is high-volume and less hands-on.
Drata
- Best fit: SaaS, fintech, and cloud companies serious about compliance as an ongoing program, not a one-time exercise. Mid-market teams running multiple frameworks. Companies in EMEA where regional partner support matters.
- Trade-off: Less brand recognition than Vanta in early-stage US markets.
Secureframe
- Best fit: Cost-conscious teams with technical depth in-house. Companies that want a working platform without paying for the larger brand.
- Trade-off: Smaller ecosystem and partner network than Vanta or Drata. More of the implementation work falls back on the customer.
Compliance Without the Headache.
Not sure if you need a partner? Book a free 30-minute scoping call.
How to Actually Decide
Most companies overweight features and underweight execution. All three platforms will pass an audit if implemented well. None will pass an audit if implemented poorly.
The real questions are:
- Who will own the program internally? If no one, automation alone won’t save you.
- How fast do you need to move? Vanta’s brand can speed up procurement conversations. Drata’s automation depth can speed up the actual work.
- Is this a one-time cert or an ongoing program? Drata and Secureframe tend to scale better past year one.
- Do you have an implementation partner? The platform matters less when you have an expert configuring it.
Why Axipro went deep on Drata
We work across all these three platforms (and more) when clients require it. We chose Drata as our primary partner because of the automation depth, audit-readiness workflows, and the partner program let us deliver consistent 6-week certification timelines. When the platform does more of the heavy lifting reliably, we spend our time on the parts that automation can’t touch, scope, judgment, evidence quality, auditor coordination.
If you’re already on Vanta or Secureframe, we’ll work within your setup. If you’re choosing now, we’ll tell you honestly which platform fits your situation, even if the answer isn’t Drata.
Book a 30-minute consult and we’ll help you decide.
What Does Drata + Implementation + Audit Actually Cost?
1. The Drata platform
Drata doesn’t publish list prices, but real contracts in 2026 fall into three tiers:
- Foundation: $5,500 – $15,000/year. One framework, under 50 employees. Most early-stage SaaS startups land here.
- Advanced: $15,000 – $35,000/year. Multiple frameworks, growing teams, more integrations.
- Enterprise: $35,000 – $100,000+/year. Multi-entity, custom workflows, dedicated support.
The median Drata customer pays around $20,000 to $25,000/year for the platform alone. Add-on frameworks (ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR) typically cost $1,500 – $10,000 each on top of the base plan.
2. Implementation
Drata automates evidence collection. It does not configure itself, decide your scope, or coordinate with your auditor. That work falls to your team or to a partner.
Axipro implementation engagements typically run $3,000 – $20,000 for a first-time SOC 2 or ISO 27001, depending on scope and complexity. Add a second framework in parallel and the marginal cost is 40 to 50 percent, not double.
By comparison, Big 4 advisory firms quote $80,000 – $150,000+ for the same scope of work.
3. The independent audit
Auditor fees are paid to a separate licensed CPA firm — never to Drata or to us. Typical 2026 ranges:
- SOC 2 Type 1: $3,000 – $15,000 (small to mid-market)
- SOC 2 Type 2: $10,000 – $25,000 (small to mid-market)
- ISO 27001 Stage 1 + 2: $8,000 – $25,000
All-in for first-time certification
- Small startup, single framework: ~$12,000 – $60,000 year one
- Mid-market, multi-framework: ~$60,000 – $120,000 year one
- Big 4 path, same scope: $150,000+ before the audit even starts
The Axipro X Drata price:
Anywhere from 15 to 30% off the above prices. We save you money on Drata, Implementation, and can recommend auditors based on your needs and budget.
As a Drata Elite partner, we negotiate platform pricing on behalf of our clients. Most engagements unlock 15 – 35 percent off Drata‘s standard quote. That discount alone often covers a meaningful share of our implementation fee.
If you want a real number for your situation — platform, implementation, and audit — book a free 30-minute scoping call. We’ll give you a transparent estimate before any sales conversation with Drata.
Serving Clients Globally
Axipro delivers Drata implementation services to companies across the US, UK, Europe, GCC and APAC.
For UK and EU-based organizations, we bring specific expertise in ISO 27001 and GDPR requirements alongside SOC 2 readiness, ensuring your compliance program meets both international and regional standards.
Compliance Without the Headache.
Ready to start? Get a quote in less than 24 hours.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to already have Drata before working with Axipro?
No. If you’re already on Drata, we’ll work within your existing setup. If you haven’t chosen a platform yet, we can help you evaluate whether Drata is the right fit, handle onboarding, and configure it alongside your compliance program from day one. We also work with teams using other platforms, though our deepest expertise is with Drata.
How long does it take to get audit-ready?
A typical SOC 2 engagement takes around 6 weeks from kickoff to audit-ready. The exact timeline depends on your current security posture, the framework(s) you’re pursuing, and how quickly your team can action items on their side. During the free readiness assessment, we’ll give you a realistic timeline based on where you actually stand — not a generic estimate.
What frameworks does Axipro support?
We implement and manage compliance programs across SOC 2 Type I and II, ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, NIST CSF, CMMC, DORA, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, ISO 45001, R2, and SOX. If you need multiple frameworks, we build a unified program so you’re not duplicating effort across certifications.
What happens after we get certified?
Certification isn’t the finish line — it’s the beginning of an ongoing compliance obligation. Axipro offers continuous compliance management so your controls stay effective, your evidence stays current, and renewals don’t turn into fire drills. We can manage your program on an ongoing basis or support you only at renewal time, whichever fits your team.
What does Axipro actually do that Drata doesn't?
Drata automates evidence collection, control monitoring, and audit workflows, and it does that very well. What it doesn’t do is tell you whether your scope is right, whether your controls are appropriate for your business, or whether your evidence will survive auditor scrutiny. Axipro handles the judgment calls: scoping, control design, readiness validation, audit coordination, and remediation. Think of it as Drata runs the engine, Axipro makes sure you’re driving in the right direction.
Do we need to be in the same location?
Engagements are delivered however works best for you. Most clients work with us fully remotely, but we can accommodate hybrid or on-site arrangements depending on your needs and preferences.
Is there a minimum company size?
No. We work with pre-revenue startups preparing for their first SOC 2, mid-market companies adding ISO 27001 for enterprise sales, and established businesses managing multiple frameworks. The engagement is scoped to your size and complexity, not a one-size-fits-all package.
What does the free readiness assessment include?
It’s a 30-minute session where we review your current compliance posture, identify your biggest gaps, and give you a realistic timeline and scope estimate for certification. You’ll walk away with a clear picture of what’s needed — whether you work with us or not. No commitment, no sales pressure.