Case Studies

Learn how Tarand delivers customized solutions addressing critical cybersecurity challenges, empowering organizations in diverse industries such as higher education, federal government, insurance, and crypto markets.  

Location – Ukraine

Market – B2B/B2C

Industry – Higher Education

Challenge:
The ongoing full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine has significantly increased cybersecurity threats against Ukrainian institutions, companies, and individual citizens. Consequently, adherence to cybersecurity best practices and enhancing cybersecurity awareness, especially among youth, has become critically important.

Solution
Tarand conducted a targeted analysis of prevalent cyber threats confronting Ukrainian citizens amid the war, identifying critical vulnerabilities and areas requiring urgent attention. Leveraging this analysis, the Tarand team swiftly developed a comprehensive, two-day training program. The training utilized Zoom-based live sessions combined with interactive online modules hosted on Tarand’s platform, supported by specialized educational software, and concluded with a certification exam. Tarand also produced supplementary multimedia training materials to reinforce learning outcomes.

Results
A cohort of Ukrainian students successfully completed the intensive two-day training delivered by American cybersecurity experts. Upon passing the final examination, each student earned dual certifications from Tarand and the partnering Ukrainian university. This training significantly bolstered cybersecurity awareness among participants, addressing a critical need given the ongoing conflict situation.

Location – United States

Market – B2B/B2G

Industry – Federal Government

Challenge
Tarand successfully secured a competitive tender to design and deliver a comprehensive, multi-tiered training program aimed at combating foreign malicious information activities within the nonproliferation field.

End Client: U.S. Government Agency
The Tarand team was tasked with evaluating both the general landscape and the specific threats posed by adversarial actors undermining global peace and stability. The challenge was intensified by these actors’ continuous efforts to conceal their activities, craft misleading narratives, and present them as authentic and credible.

Solution
The Tarand team developed a sophisticated, multi-layered educational program following an extensive analysis. This solution incorporated realistic geopolitical scenario simulations and supplementary multimedia resources designed to enhance participant understanding and retention. The program comprehensively covered theoretical instruction, situational and risk analysis, practical exercises addressing potential crisis scenarios, and proactive countermeasures.

Results
The client received a robust educational solution capable of being deployed, with minimal adjustments, across multiple global regions for years. Beyond acquiring an effective and unique training product, the client realized significant reductions in operational costs and time.

Location – United States

Market – B2B

Industry – Insurance

Challenge
A regional insurance company based in the United States engaged Tarand to develop a fully automated onboarding training solution for new hires, replacing a previously manual process. The company emphasized complete branding of the training content under its corporate identity and required full ownership rights to all materials.

Solution
Tarand’s team reviewed and analyzed the client’s existing physical training content to fully understand the key training objectives, expectations, and desired outcomes. Based on this review, Tarand proposed enhancements to optimize the transition from manual training to an automated system aligned with industry best practices. The client approved these recommendations.

Results
Within a 2.5-month timeframe, our team successfully delivered a fully automated, branded, and modernized onboarding training program customized to the client’s specific needs. As a result, the client achieved substantial cost efficiencies and significantly streamlined the onboarding process, reducing both the duration and procedural complexity required for new employee integration.

Location – Global

Market – B2B

Industry – Crypto

Challenge
A leading global crypto exchange platform engaged Tarand to address growing cybersecurity threats, notably hacking and phishing attacks targeting cryptocurrency professionals. The rapid advancement and widespread adoption of AI technologies have introduced novel phishing methods, heightening security risks within the crypto sector. Although industry professionals are generally knowledgeable about the latest AI trends and technologies, they remain vulnerable to increasingly sophisticated tactics used in phishing and other malicious activities.

Solution
Tarand’s specialists dedicated one month to a comprehensive evaluation of the specific risks confronting crypto industry professionals. The team analyzed numerous cybersecurity incidents from both within the crypto sector and other industries to determine potential vulnerabilities relevant to the client’s operations. This analysis encompassed both technical weaknesses and human-factor vulnerabilities. Based on the insights gained, Tarand developed a targeted three-day training program that incorporated multiple small-scale simulations. The program focused explicitly on enhancing employee awareness and preparedness regarding AI-driven threats.

Results
The crypto exchange platform employees received tailored training designed to bridge knowledge gaps concerning AI-driven risks and challenges. The program placed significant emphasis on identifying, preventing, and mitigating AI-driven phishing attacks. Ultimately, the client received a specialized educational solution capable of effectively training approximately 80% of its workforce. Given that losses from successful attacks on crypto exchanges can amount to hundreds of millions of dollars, the training represents a strategic investment in the organization’s long-term security and resilience.

Location – United States

Market – B2B

Industry – NGO

Challenge

An American NGO with hundreds of volunteers across the country faced significant difficulties in delivering uniform and effective training. Frequent in-person training sessions heavily strained the organization’s resources, often consuming a substantial portion of its annual budget. Moreover, manually customizing training materials for each session further elevated logistical and production expenses.

Solution

The Tarand team conducted a thorough assessment of the NGO’s existing training resources, organizational requirements, and emerging industry best practices. Leveraging insights from the original training content, we transformed the organization’s training model into a fully automated and scalable system. This streamlined solution incorporated multimedia enhancements – including graphics, video, and audio – to boost both engagement and learning effectiveness. Additionally, we provided the NGO with access to Tarand’s established digital platforms and software infrastructure, significantly reducing the overall implementation cost.

Results

Implementing Tarand’s innovative solutions completely transformed the NGO’s training delivery. The organization realized a nearly 70% reduction in its training-related expenditures, allowing substantial resources to be redirected toward essential mission-driven activities.

The time-intensive task of coordinating annual training sessions was drastically minimized, eliminating the challenge of accommodating multiple time zones. Furthermore, the workload for the NGO’s administrative team significantly decreased, as the burdensome logistics of arranging physical sessions were effectively eliminated.