Editor’s Note: The launch of HaystackID’s READI Suite provides a groundbreaking solution for eDiscovery, cybersecurity, and information governance professionals. Its remote capabilities address key challenges in data collection, regulatory compliance, and digital investigations, making it an essential tool for organizations adapting to a remote-first environment. By enabling efficient data collection across multiple platforms, the suite also reduces the time and costs traditionally associated with digital forensics, giving businesses a more strategic and secure approach to handling complex data challenges. This development underscores the growing need for flexible, scalable solutions in an increasingly digital and dispersed workforce.

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HaystackID® Unveils READI™ Suite for Remote Digital Investigations

ComplexDiscovery Staff

Investigating a cyber incident or legal matter from thousands of miles away used to be a daunting task, but no longer. HaystackID has introduced its Remote Endpoint Analysis and Data Intelligence (READI™) Suite of Services, designed to revolutionize how organizations conduct remote digital investigations. This powerful suite provides cybersecurity, information governance, and eDiscovery professionals with advanced tools to streamline forensic investigations, significantly reducing the need for physical data collection and enhancing operational efficiency.

John Wilson, Chief Information Security Officer and President of Forensics at HaystackID, highlighted the innovation behind the launch. “The READI Suite is the first offering of its kind, providing the market with a comprehensive and powerful solution to efficiently and securely conduct remote digital investigations,” Wilson said. “By enabling remote data collection and analysis across various environments, we are leading the way in giving our clients the flexibility and tools to address their most pressing forensic challenges.”

Transforming Digital Forensics Across Platforms

The READI Suite accelerates remote forensic investigations across multiple environments, including cloud services, corporate networks, and both Apple macOS® and Microsoft Windows® systems. It represents a departure from traditional methods that require physical access to data, offering a faster and more secure alternative.

For cloud-based investigations, the suite enables credential-based access to platforms like Dropbox®, Google Drive™, Box®, and Microsoft OneDrive®, ensuring that data can be collected and analyzed remotely without compromising security. The service utilizes two-factor authentication and self-service extraction to protect the integrity of sensitive information.

On the network front, the READI Suite allows remote access to corporate network resources and file shares, providing forensic professionals with the ability to collect critical data without disrupting day-to-day operations. This remote access reduces the need for time-consuming on-site visits while maintaining operational security.

The suite also offers specialized services for device-specific investigations. For macOS systems, it enables covert and overt installations for gathering key user data and monitoring system activity remotely. For Windows environments, similar capabilities allow for user directory extraction, system log analysis, and registry investigation—all of which are conducted without physical access to the machine.

Michael D. Sarlo, Chief Innovation Officer and President of Global Investigations and Cyber Incident Response at HaystackID, stressed the suite’s ability to expedite investigations. “With the ability to perform targeted searches and analyses remotely, the READI Suite enables teams to quickly identify key data points, manage sensitive information securely, and drive faster, more effective investigations in eDiscovery and cyber incident response,” Sarlo explained.

Seamless Integration with MEDAL™ and Advisory Services

The READI Suite is further strengthened by its seamless integration with HaystackID’s Mobile Elite Discovery and Analysis Lab (MEDAL™), launched in 2023. Together, READI and MEDAL create a comprehensive digital forensic ecosystem, allowing teams to conduct investigations that span multiple locations and device types without the need for extensive physical resources.

By combining the remote capabilities of READI with the mobile features of MEDAL, HaystackID offers a solution that not only enhances digital investigations but also aligns with business and compliance goals. The two services work in tandem to provide the flexibility and precision needed for modern investigations across mobile, cloud, and network environments.

Hal Brooks, CEO of HaystackID, underscored the strategic advantage of this integration. “The READI Suite, combined with our MEDAL offering, delivers a powerful solution that aligns investigations with business and compliance goals. By seamlessly integrating remote access across mobile, cloud, and network environments, we equip organizations to address their critical data challenges with unmatched speed, precision, and strategic foresight,” Brooks stated.

Addressing the Challenges of Modern Investigations

As remote work becomes the new normal and organizations face an ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity threats, traditional methods of digital forensics are becoming less practical. The READI Suite offers a modern alternative, allowing businesses to maintain operational security while conducting thorough remote investigations.

For eDiscovery professionals and cybersecurity teams, the ability to conduct investigations remotely offers a range of benefits. The suite not only saves time and reduces costs associated with physical data collection but also ensures that critical information is protected throughout the process. Whether responding to a cyber breach, conducting an internal audit, or managing eDiscovery, the READI Suite provides actionable solutions for today’s data-driven challenges.

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