Case Study - Advertising
Client: Brazil Based Advertising & Creative Agency
Industry: Marketing, Advertising, and Digital Content Production
Service Provided: End-to-End TISAX Consultancy & Implementation Support
Outcome: Successful TISAX Level 2 Certification on First Attempt
Background
As a creative agency working with several automotive clients, the company was required to demonstrate TISAX (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) compliance before being approved to handle sensitive design data and marketing materials from OEMs.
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Although the agency already followed good internal data-security practices, it lacked the formal information-security framework and documentation structure demanded by VDA ISA.
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They approached AKRUP, a specialist TISAX consultancy firm, to help them establish a compliant Information Security Management System (ISMS) and achieve certification efficiently — without disrupting ongoing client projects.
AKRUP’s Approach
AKRUP started with a comprehensive TISAX gap analysis, mapping the agency’s existing policies and controls against VDA ISA requirements.
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Our team then developed a tailored TISAX implementation roadmap, including:
June 2025 - April 2026
July 2024 - May 2025
January 2023 - June 2024
Designing and documenting a full ISMS suited to a creative environment
Implementing practical access control, data-handling, and supplier-management procedures
Conducting staff awareness training to ensure secure management of client assets
Providing step-by-step guidance through assessment preparation and evidence collection
Throughout the engagement, AKRUP acted as a hands-on partner, translating complex compliance requirements into clear, actionable steps for a fast-paced agency environment.
Results
Within just four months, the agency achieved TISAX Level 2 certification with zero major findings.
This certification immediately enhanced their credibility with automotive clients and positioned them as a trusted, security-focused marketing partner.
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Client Testimonial:
“We chose AKRUP because they understood both the automotive and creative worlds. Their consultants made the TISAX process clear, efficient, and completely tailored to our workflows. Thanks to AKRUP, we passed our TISAX assessment on the first attempt — and our clients now have complete confidence in how we handle their data.”
Key Outcomes
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TISAX Level 2 certification achieved on first attempt
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Fully operational ISMS aligned to VDA ISA
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Label achieved in under four months
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Enhanced client trust and eligibility for new OEM campaigns
Why Agencies Choose AKRUP for TISAX Consultancy
AKRUP helps advertising, media, and creative agencies meet the rigorous data-protection standards demanded by the automotive industry.
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Our TISAX consultancy services include:
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Expert gap analysis and readiness assessments
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Custom ISMS documentation built for creative workflows
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Full implementation and audit support
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Proven 100 % success rate in client TISAX assessments
If your agency works with automotive clients and needs to achieve TISAX certification, AKRUP provides the expertise and structure to get you there — quickly and confidently.
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