Validating Their HashiCorp Expertise, Effectual now holds the HashiCorp Infrastructure and Security Competencies

Jersey City, N.J. – Oct 3, 2023 – Effectual, a modern, cloud-first managed and professional services company has earned the HashiCorp Security Competency, adding a second HashiCorp competency to its growing list of achievements and qualifications. The security competency further validates their capabilities in delivering and integrating HashiCorp’s suite of products within a diverse range of client initiatives, specifically highlighting Effectual’s proficiency in delivering state-of-the-art zero trust security solutions that leverage HashiCorp Vault, Terraform, Consul, and Boundary.

Key Takeaways

  • Effectual earned the HashiCorp Security Competency, its second HashiCorp competency after the Infrastructure Competency.
  • The Security Competency specifically validates Effectual's expertise delivering zero trust security solutions using HashiCorp Vault, Terraform, Consul, and Boundary.
  • HashiCorp's Partner Technical Competency Program validates System Integrator partners through rigorous technical audits, including staff certifications and a proven deployment track record.
  • HashiCorp specifically cited Effectual as being on a short list of partners holding more than one competency in the program.
  • The achievement reflects Effectual's continued investment in and growth within its HashiCorp partnership.

“Effectual is a key focus partner for HashiCorp and continues to make large investments into our partnership.  While already on a short list of partners with one Competency (Infrastructure), Effectual has once again made a huge leap by adding the Security Competency to their growing list of recognitions.” – FJ Gould, Americas Partner Lead, HashiCorp

HashiCorp’s Partner Technical Competency Program for Systems Integrators (SIs) stands as a trailblazing initiative in the technology landscape. This innovative program validates their SI partners’ technical mastery through rigorous auditing, with partners earning industry badges signifying their expertise in using HashiCorp’s tools to drive positive business outcomes.

“Achieving the HashiCorp Security Competency underscores our commitment to solving complex customer challenges with proven modernization solutions,” said Robb Allen, CEO, Effectual. “This competency recognizes Effectual’s capabilities in implementing HashiCorp’s product portfolio, particularly in the context of zero trust security.”

Partners participating in the HashiCorp Competency Program are subject to comprehensive assessments against an exhaustive set of requirements that encompass technical certifications of staff and a demonstrated track record of success in deploying HashiCorp products. Effectual’s achievement has been validated following HashiCorp’s in-depth audit, affirming their expertise with the HashiCorp suite of tools and dedication to customer success.

This latest achievement is representative of Effectual’s continued growth, innovation, mastery of HashiCorp’s technologies, and unwavering dedication to customer success.

About Effectual
Effectual is a trusted managed and professional services company working with commercial enterprises and the public sector to enable digital transformation and full-stack IT modernization. As an AWS Premier Consulting Partner, Effectual’s experienced and passionate team focuses on enabling positive business outcomes through the effective use of cloud technology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What HashiCorp competency did Effectual earn, and what does it validate?

The HashiCorp Security Competency, which validates Effectual's expertise delivering zero trust security solutions using HashiCorp Vault, Terraform, Consul, and Boundary.

How many HashiCorp competencies does Effectual hold as of this announcement?

Two — the Security Competency and the previously earned Infrastructure Competency.

What does it take to earn a HashiCorp Competency?

Partners undergo comprehensive assessment against HashiCorp's requirements, including technical certifications of staff and a demonstrated track record of successful HashiCorp product deployments.

What did HashiCorp say about Effectual's standing in the partner program?

HashiCorp noted Effectual is among a short list of partners holding more than one competency, calling it a significant leap in their partnership investment.

What HashiCorp products is Effectual specifically proficient in implementing?

HashiCorp Vault, Terraform, Consul, and Boundary, particularly for zero trust security solutions.