Exterro Donates Award-Winning Digital Forensics Solution to Empower 2024 IACIS Training Event
Exterro – the leader in digital forensics software – empowers the next generation of digital investigators by promoting technical innovation, addressing skill gaps, and providing trainees with real-world experience using FTK Forensic Toolkit.
PORTLAND, Oregon – April 22, 2024 – Exterro, the leading provider of data risk management software solutions, announced today its support for the 2024 International Association for Computer Information Systems (IACIS) Training Event. Exterro is donating over $2.7 million in subscriptions to its renowned digital forensics solution, FTK Forensic Toolkit, marking a long-term commitment to the industry and the mission of helping investigators close cases more quickly.
For over 25 years, IACIS has provided state-of-the-art computer forensic training to students worldwide. This partnership aims to bridge the skills gap by placing industry-standard tools directly into the hands of those entering the field.
The Donation: Empowering New Investigators
Trainees at this year's IACIS event will receive a full 12-month virtual license for Exterro FTK for Law Enforcement upon obtaining their certification. The comprehensive package includes:
- FTK Connect Automation Engine: Full access to automated case creation, evidence processing, searching, labeling, and data exporting.
- On-Demand Training: A complete course with free ACE (AccessData Certified Examiner) certification.
- Exclusive Support: Access to monthly IACIS-only training sessions and office hours with Exterro experts.
Executive Commentary
“Getting the most from forensic software solutions relies on being able to access training which not only considers the features and functionality of the technology, but also the roles and responsibilities of investigators. Exterro is honored to provide cutting-edge technology to the investigators who play a critical role in keeping our communities safe.”— Sarah Hargreaves, Vice President of Global Training at Exterro
Advancing Forensic Excellence
IACIS is dedicated to the training and certification of the digital forensics community through its Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) program. All instructors are active CFCE-certified examiners who refresh training materials annually to stay aligned with the evolving requirements of digital forensic science.
“Donations offer a unique opportunity for the students to immerse themselves in the software and its function. This environment is where students truly figure out what they need to do the job, and this conversation always begins with software.”— Richard Johnson, IACIS Marketing Director
About the Organizations
- Exterro: The preferred provider of Legal GRC and Data Risk Management software. Its platform is the only one to combine data discovery, automation, and responsible AI to manage the interconnections of privacy, legal operations, and digital investigations.
- IACIS: A non-profit, volunteer organization formed in 1990, dedicated to the training and certification of computer forensic professionals globally.
The 2024 IACIS Training Event is being held in Orlando, Florida, from April 22 through May 3, 2024. For more information on Exterro’s solutions for law enforcement, visit exterro.com/law-enforcement-market.
Contact:Hazel Ramirez (Exterro) | hazel@plat4orm.com
