Company:Runecast Solutions

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Runecast Solutions Ltd.
TypePrivately held company
IndustryInformation technology
Founded2014
FounderStanimir Markov, Aylin Sali, Ched Smokovic, Constantin Ivanov, Ionut Radu[1]
Headquarters
London
,
United Kingdom
Area served
Worldwide
ProductsRunecast analyzer
Websitewww.runecast.com

Runecast Solutions Ltd. is an information technology (IT) company specializing in predictive analytics and automated security compliance monitoring for hybrid cloud environments.[2][3][4] The company uses technology that incorporates artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) to manage and secure IT infrastructures.[5][6]

History

Runecast Solutions Ltd. was founded in 2014 by Stanimir Markov, Aylin Sali, Ched Smokovic, Constantin Ivanov and Ionut Radu.[7] The company is headquartered in London, UK, and operates an R&D center in Brno, Czech Republic.[8][9]

Products

The flagship product of Runecast Solutions is the Runecast Analyzer (also known as the Runecast platform), a patented proactive VMware analytics solution.[5][10] This software scans and analyzes VMware environments, identifying potential performance, availability, and security issues by referencing the VMware Knowledge Base articles, best practices, and security standards.[11][12][13] The capabilities of the Runecast Analyzer have expanded to include support for various platforms such as AWS and Kubernetes, and compliance standards like ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HIPAA, DISA STIG, BSI IT-Grundschutz, and GDPR.[14][15][16][17][18][19][20][21]

The company has updated and enhanced the Runecast Analyzer with new features. Notable updates include the addition of vSAN HCL checks in version 3.0,[22] AWS insights capabilities in version 4.0,[23] Microsoft Azure insights in version 4.7,[24] and proactive operating system (OS) analysis in version 6.0.[25] The company has also focused on improving the user interface to deliver an enhanced user experience.[26][27][28]

Awards and recognition

Runecast Solutions Ltd. has received awards and recognition for its software innovations and contributions to the IT sector:

  • Received a €1.9 million grant in 2020 from the European Union's Horizon 2020 research and innovation program for the project proposal titled "RAIKA – Runecast AI-Driven Automation for IT".[29]
  • Runecast Analyzer was awarded "Best of VMworld 2019 U.S. Awards" in the category Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure Platform.[30][31]
  • Positive user reviews on platforms such as Capterra and G2.[32][33]
  • Ranked as a "High Performer" by G2.[34]
  • Awarded for "Best Support" in 2022 by G2.[35]

Impact

Runecast Solutions Ltd. has aided multiple sectors, including healthcare, retail, government, and finance, through its services that enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and compliance readiness.[36] Several case studies have showcased the effectiveness of the Runecast Analyzer in organizations such as DHU Health Care NHS Trust, Notino, the German Aerospace Center, and De Volksbank.[37][38][39][40] The company has also established technology partnerships with industry leaders such as VMware, AWS, and Red Hat.[41]

Community and events

Runecast Solutions actively engages with the IT community by participating in industry events and conferences. The company has sponsored and presented at various conferences such as the Uptime 2021 conference.[42][43]

Developments

Recent developments include the integration of OpenAI technology to enhance compliance and Vulnerability assessments, demonstrating the company's commitment to leveraging cutting-edge solutions and the company has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Markus Strauss as Chief product officer.[44][45]

The company's solutions have also been recommended by the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in its K-12 report.[46] Notably, case studies have showcased significant improvements in operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and compliance readiness in organizations that have implemented the Runecast Analyzer.[47]

Case studies

  • NCC Group, a global expert in cyber security and risk mitigation, has reported a significant reduction in outages and issues by using Runecast Analyzer[48]
  • ONI, a leading provider of IT services and solutions, has experienced improved efficiency and enhanced security through the implementation of Runecast Analyzer[49][50]
  • NJVC, a provider of innovative IT solutions for the U.S. Department of Defense, has leveraged Runecast Analyzer to enhance service quality[51][52]
  • Seijo University in Japan has used Runecast Analyzer to bring peace of mind to their management[53][54]
  • Near East Bank has successfully mitigated risks and improved its IT infrastructure by using Runecast Analyzer[55][56]
  • Pacific Seafood has used Runecast Analyzer to deliver reporting and address security concerns[57][58]
  • Brigham Young University-Idaho has employed Runecast Analyzer to increase performance and minimize outage risks[59][60]
  • Skyguide, the Swiss air navigation service provider, has used Runecast Analyzer to ensure the security and efficiency of their services[61][62]
  • The University of St Andrews has used Runecast Analyzer to enhance the stability and reliability of their systems[63][64]
  • Victor Central School has implemented Runecast Analyzer to ensure the continuity of their educational services[65][66]
  • Romania's largest ISP network operator has employed Runecast Analyzer to improve service quality[67][68]
  • Oman Airports has implemented Runecast Analyzer to enhance their cybersecurity[69][70]
  • Kiel Municipal Hospital has successfully used Runecast Analyzer, resulting in significant time savings[71][72]

References

  1. ↑ https://www.runecast.com/management-team
  2. ↑ "Runecast Analyzer – classified as a ‘must-have’ solution" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/how-do-you-properly-categorize-runecast-analyzer. 
  3. ↑ "Runecast's award-winning platform future-proofs businesses" (in en). https://securitybrief.asia/story/runecast-s-award-winning-platform-future-proofs-businesses. 
  4. ↑ "Runecast's award-winning platform future-proofs businesses" (in en). https://channellife.co.nz/story/runecast-s-award-winning-platform-future-proofs-businesses. 
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 "Runecast Granted US Patent for its Technology" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/runecast-granted-us-patent-for-its-technology. 
  6. ↑ "Runecast Integrates OpenAI to Enhance Compliance and Vulnerability Assessments" (in en-US). https://www.ciodive.com/press-release/20230131-runecast-integrates-openai-to-enhance-compliance-and-vulnerability-assessme/. 
  7. ↑ "Meet the Founders & Management Team behind Runecast." (in en). https://www.runecast.com/management-team. 
  8. ↑ "About Us | Discover Runecast Solutions" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/about-us. 
  9. ↑ "Get to Know Stanimir Markov, CEO of Runecast – Intelligent CIO Europe". https://www.intelligentcio.com/eu/2022/12/08/get-to-know-stanimir-markov-ceo-of-runecast/. 
  10. ↑ SEGET, Vladan (2022-11-09). "Runecast Platform – VMware EXPLORE Barcelona 2022" (in en-US). https://www.vladan.fr/runecast-platform-vmware-explore-barcelona-2022/. 
  11. ↑ "How Runecast Analyzer ensures security & stability" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/how-does-runecast-analyzer-work. 
  12. ↑ "Runecast Pricing, Alternatives & More 2023". https://www.capterra.com/p/175477/Runecast-Analyzer/. 
  13. ↑ AKTAS, Burak (2022-10-27). "Configuration Management with Runecast" (in tr). https://www.burakaktas.com/configuration-management-with-runecast/. 
  14. ↑ "Revitalise your IT security and operations capabilities" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/simplify-security-compliance-with-runecast-6-3. 
  15. ↑ "New Runecast Analyzer 3.0 with vSAN HCL Checks and more!" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/new-runecast-analyzer-3-0-with-vsan-hcl-checks-and-more. 
  16. ↑ "Runecast reveals issues in VMware and AWS hybrid cloud." (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/runecast-4-0-provides-new-aws-insights-capabilities. 
  17. ↑ "Runecast Analyzer 5.0 | Introducing Azure insights & more" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/runecast-analyzer-insights-expand-to-microsoft-azure. 
  18. ↑ SEGET, Vladan (2022-07-19). "Runecast 6.2 Release brings Kubernetes support, Google Cloud support and more" (in en-US). https://www.vladan.fr/runecast-6-2-release-brings-kubernetes-support-google-cloud-support-and-more/. 
  19. ↑ brandon.lee (2021-12-16). "Runecast 6.0 released with new features including Log4j scanning" (in en-US). https://www.virtualizationhowto.com/2021/12/runecast-6-0-released-with-new-features-including-log4j-scanning/. 
  20. ↑ Avrillier, Xavier (2022-10-07). "Runecast – From vSphere KBs to multi-cloud compliance" (in en). http://vxav.github.io/2022-10-07-runecast-from-vsphere-kbs-to-multi-cloud-compliance//. 
  21. ↑ "burakaktas.com.tr/runecast-kvkkkisisel-verilerin-korunmasi-kanunu/". https://www.burakaktas.com.tr/runecast-kvkkkisisel-verilerin-korunmasi-kanunu/. 
  22. ↑ "Accelerate risk remediation with Runecast 6.5 UI updates" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/new-user-interface-to-boost-your-runecast-experience. 
  23. ↑ "Fast time to resolution with Runecast 6.5.4 improvements" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/fast-time-to-resolution-with-runecast-6-5-4. 
  24. ↑ "The 2015 Virtualization Review Editor's Choice Awards –" (in en-US). https://virtualizationreview.com/articles/2015/12/01/editors-choice-awards.aspx. 
  25. ↑ "Runecast Reviews & Product Details". https://www.g2.com/products/runecast-solutions-runecast-analyzer/reviews. 
  26. ↑ "G2 Spring 2022 Reports Rank Runecast ‘High Performer’ with ‘Best Support’" (in en). 2022-04-26. https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220426005046/en/G2-Spring-2022-Reports-Rank-Runecast-%E2%80%98High-Performer%E2%80%99-with-%E2%80%98Best-Support%E2%80%99. 
  27. ↑ "Runecast innovation recognized with EU Horizon 2020 grant" (in en). https://blog.runecast.com/blog/horizon-2020-awards-runecast-19m-for-expanding-innovations. 
  28. ↑ "Runecast Awards & Technology Partnerships" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/tech-partnerships-awards. 
  29. ↑ "Runecast Taps Channel Veteran for Global Enablement Role" (in en-US). https://www.ciodive.com/press-release/20220712-runecast-taps-channel-veteran-for-global-enablement-role/. 
  30. ↑ "Virtualization and Cloud Infrastructure Platform 2019 winner – Best of VMworld 2019 U.S. Award winners". https://www.techtarget.com/searchvmware/photostory/252469632/Best-of-VMworld-2019-US-Award-winners/2/Virtualization-and-Cloud-Infrastructure-Platform-2019-winner. 
  31. ↑ "Runecast Awards & Technology Partnerships" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/tech-partnerships-awards. 
  32. ↑ Adel, Muhammad (2021-11-05). "UPTIME 2021 ... what it was all about" (in en-US). https://archtonic.net/2021/11/05/uptime-2021-what-it-was-all-about/. 
  33. ↑ "Runecast 2022 Predictions: Three things to watch : @VMblog". https://vmblog.com/archive/2021/12/10/runecast-2022-predictions-three-things-to-watch.aspx#.YdVfRxPMhttps://www.vladan.fr/runecast-can-help-to-detect-vulnerability-in-apache-log4j-java-library/. 
  34. ↑ "Runecast: free Log4Shell vulnerability scan • Nolabnoparty" (in en-US). 2021-12-15. https://nolabnoparty.com/en/runecast-free-log4shell-vulnerability-scan/. 
  35. ↑ "Runecast partners with SVA Software, Inc." (in en). https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/runecast-partners-with-sva-software-inc-301577217.html. 
  36. ↑ "See why we call our case studies Customer Success Stories" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/customer-success. 
  37. ↑ "DHU Health Care – Runecast Public Healthcare Case Study" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/dhu-health-care. 
  38. ↑ "Notino – Runecast eCommerce Case Study" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/major-european-eshop-reduces-vmware-related-incidents. 
  39. ↑ "Runecast Minimizes Operational Risks for Space Missions" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-analyzer-minimizes-operational-risks. 
  40. ↑ "Runecast Saves de Volksbank 75% Troubleshooting Time" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-analyzer-saves-de-volksbank-troubleshooting-time. 
  41. ↑ Adel, Muhammad (2022-07-20). "Runecast 6.2... What you need to know" (in en-US). https://archtonic.net/2022/07/20/runecast-6-2-what-you-need-to-know/. 
  42. ↑ "Runecast Comes Up with New Features to Streamline Kubernetes Security" (in en-US). 2022-07-26. https://infosecurityoutlook.com/runecast-comes-up-with-new-features-to-streamline-kubernetes-security/. 
  43. ↑ "Runecast 6.2 with Kubernetes & GCP Support Released | Mastering VMware" (in en-GB). 2022-08-03. https://masteringvmware.com/runecast-6-2-with-kubernetes-gcp-support-released/. 
  44. ↑ "Runecast Integrates OpenAI to Enhance Compliance and Vulnerability Assessments" (in en-US). https://www.ciodive.com/press-release/20230131-runecast-integrates-openai-to-enhance-compliance-and-vulnerability-assessme/. 
  45. ↑ "Runecast Expands Leadership with Markus Strauss as Chief Product Officer" (in en-US). https://www.ciodive.com/press-release/20230207-runecast-expands-leadership-with-markus-strauss-as-chief-product-officer/. 
  46. ↑ "US Cybersec Agency CISA Names Runecast among Solutions in New K-12 Report" (in en-US). https://www.cybersecuritydive.com/press-release/20230220-us-cybersec-agency-cisa-suggests-runecast-in-new-k-12-report/. 
  47. ↑ "Runecast Saves de Volksbank 75% Troubleshooting Time" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-analyzer-saves-de-volksbank-troubleshooting-time. 
  48. ↑ "NCC Reduces Outages and Issues by 75%" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/ncc-reduces-outages-and-issues-by-75-percent. 
  49. ↑ "CaseStudy – IT-Services". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5ee722ebab47ae79449e7a30_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_IT-Services_ONI.pdf. 
  50. ↑ "ONI Reduces Downtime and Increases Security" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/oni-reduces-time-and-increases-security. 
  51. ↑ "Runecast Analyzer – CaseStudy". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edf337f567793537a2f5b12_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_GOV_NJVC.pdf. 
  52. ↑ "NJVC Uses Runecast Analyzer for Proactive vSphere Management" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/njvc. 
  53. ↑ "RA Seyo University CaseStudy". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edf84bec3d73a57ae9ffd08_RA_Seyo_University_Case_Study.pdf. 
  54. ↑ "Runecast Brings Peace of Mind to Seijo University Management" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-analyzer-brings-peace-of-mind-to-seijo-university-management. 
  55. ↑ "Runecast Analyzer – CaseStudy – FIN-BANK, Near EastBank". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5fd09c44e9f80e11cf11d9c6_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_FIN-BANK_NearEastBank.pdf. 
  56. ↑ "Near East Bank – Runecast Financial Sector Case Study" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/near-east-bank. 
  57. ↑ "Runecast Analyzer – CaseStudy, FOOD Pacific-Seafood". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edf3350dbc47b65de67f6c4_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_FOOD_Pacific-Seafood.pdf. 
  58. ↑ "Runecast Helps to Deliver Reporting and Mitigate Issues" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-helps-to-deliver-reporting-and-mitigate-security-concerns. 
  59. ↑ "assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edf2f5addfeb266338d2dd0_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_EDU_BYU-Idaho.pdf". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edf2f5addfeb266338d2dd0_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_EDU_BYU-Idaho.pdf. 
  60. ↑ "Runecast Boosts Performance & Mitigates Outages Risk (EDU)" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-to-increase-performance-and-mitigate-outages-risk. 
  61. ↑ "assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5f0ebb9a049cb0c80595cd87_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_AVIATION_Skyguide.pdf.pdf". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5f0ebb9a049cb0c80595cd87_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_AVIATION_Skyguide.pdf.pdf. 
  62. ↑ "Skyguide – Runecast Aviation Case Study" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/skyguide. 
  63. ↑ "assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/6019261df207454a1b75c6bf_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_EDU_Uni-St-Andrews.pdf". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/6019261df207454a1b75c6bf_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_EDU_Uni-St-Andrews.pdf. 
  64. ↑ "University of St Andrews – Runecast Education Case Study" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/the-university-of-st-andrews. 
  65. ↑ "assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edfb4037db0aa281a3a7304_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_EDU_Victor-Central.pdf". https://assets-global.website-files.com/5ea8219a82c1f7440bad0bd1/5edfb4037db0aa281a3a7304_RunecastAnalyzer_CaseStudy_EDU_Victor-Central.pdf. 
  66. ↑ "Victor Central Schools – Runecast EDU Case Study" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/victor-central-school. 
  67. ↑ "welcome.runecast.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/ISP%20Network%20Operator%20case-study.pdf". https://welcome.runecast.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/ISP%20Network%20Operator%20case-study.pdf. 
  68. ↑ "Telecoms/ISP Case Study – Runecast gives stability and more" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/romanias-largest-isp-network-operator. 
  69. ↑ "welcome.runecast.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/Oman%20Airports_Case%20Study.pdf". https://welcome.runecast.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/Oman%20Airports_Case%20Study.pdf. 
  70. ↑ "Oman Airports Enhances Security with Automation" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/oman-airports-improves-cybersecurity-with-cnapp. 
  71. ↑ "welcome.runecast.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/Krankenhaus%20Kiel_Case%20Study.pdf". https://welcome.runecast.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/Krankenhaus%20Kiel_Case%20Study.pdf. 
  72. ↑ "Runecast saves Kiel Municipal Hospital 100s of hours" (in en). https://www.runecast.com/case-studies/runecast-saves-kiel-municipal-hospital-100s-of-hours. 

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