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Comply365 Leads Research to Integrate AI into Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) Transformation

Comply365 Leads Research to Integrate AI into Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) Transformation

Beloit, Wis. / Bristol, England Thursday, 29 May 2025 Comply365, LLC (“Comply365”), a leading global provider of operational content, safety and training management solutions for the global aviation industry, today announced a new research initiative focused on how next-generation, AI-powered technologies can transform Advanced Qualification Program (AQP) practices across the aviation industry.  This exciting initiative which forms part of the company’s wider AI strategy, reinforces Comply365’s commitment to modernizing Training Management Systems (TMS) and shaping the future of training for its global aviation customer base.   

The AI initiative focused on AQP will directly support the evolution of Comply365’s Fox Training Management platform, already trusted by a wide range of airlines in North America and across the globe, for managing complex AQP workflows. By embedding intelligent, data-driven capabilities, this initiative aims to unlock new levels of efficiency, safety, and regulatory confidence in airline training programs. 

As a collaborative industry approach, the research will draw on the expertise of Comply365’s Global Advisory Board, comprised of highly experienced Chief Pilots and leaders from across aviation operations and safety, alongside input from current airline customers operating under AQP. Together, these stakeholders will help to shape the research priorities, validate emerging AI approaches, and ensure that outcomes are grounded in operational relevance. 

The Compy365 AQP AI initiative is focused on improving key aspects of aviation training management by: 

  • Delivering deeper insights into training effectiveness and performance trends 
  • Reducing manual workloads to improve operational efficiency 
  • Supporting more personalized and adaptive learning experiences 
  • Enhancing transparency and responsiveness in compliance reporting. 

Craig Drew of the Comply365 Global Advisory Board and former SVP Air Operations at Southwest Airlines stated “This AI initiative by Comply365 represents a pivotal step forward in aligning AQP with the dynamic demands of modern aviation. By harnessing AI to generate actionable insights and reduce training and operational complexity, we have a real opportunity to elevate training outcomes, enhance safety, and support a more adaptive, performance-driven culture across the aviation industry.” 

Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365 also stated “We see tremendous opportunity to evolve AQP into a more agile, data-informed framework that not only ensures compliance but also fuels training effectiveness and performance improvements. By integrating AI and automation, we aim to enable our customers to unlock training insights and improvements that traditional systems cannot deliver at the same pace or to the same standard.” 

Findings and prototypes developed through the research will be shared with industry through conferences including Compy365’s customer conference, Connections365, and its Customer Advisory Board, reflecting the company’s mission to empower customers with intelligent solutions that deliver significant efficiencies and operational improvements. A first unveiling of the AQP AI initiative will take place at the Connections365 conference in Dallas this coming September.  

Comply365’s ongoing investment in AI, including the AQP AI initiative, is part of a wider innovation strategy backed by the company’s world-class investors, Insight Partners and Liberty Hall Capital Partners. 

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Comply365 Join Forces with Qatar Airways to Drive Intelligent Operational Excellence Worldwide

Comply365 Join Forces with Qatar Airways to Drive Intelligent Operational Excellence Worldwide

Beloit, Wis. / Bristol, England / Doha, Qatar – [May 21, 2025] — Comply365, LLC (“Comply365”), a leading global provider of operational content, safety and training management solutions for the global aviation industry, today announced its partnership with Qatar Airways, the national carrier of the State of Qatar and one of the world’s fastest-growing airlines, to implement its  DocuNet Documentation Management platform.  

Qatar Airways, which currently flies to over 170 destinations worldwide through its Doha hub, has selected Comply365’s next-generation Operational Content Management (OCM) solution to elevate its Group-wide approach to centrally managing and delivering structured authoring, compliance management and document distribution. 

The partnership will see Qatar Airways implement DocuNet Authoring to unify, streamline and manage company documentation as well as complex documentation from multiple OEMs into a centralized, structured system. This continues the Qatar Airways journey in streamlining documentation processes and ensuring consistency across all divisions and departments – Flight Operations, Engineering, Cabin Services, Ground Services etc., by ensuring all teams, both in the cockpit and on the ground, have access to the most up-to-date documentation where they need it. 

Additionally, Qatar Airways will deploy PureIntell by Comply365 to empower its workforce with contextual, actionable data analysis and enhanced decision-making. 

“We are constantly striving to enhance our operational capabilities through innovation and technology,” said Mr. Ashish Jain, Chief Risk Officer (CRO), Qatar Airways. “Comply365’s advanced operational content and business intelligence solutions will provide us with a powerful solution to manage and deliver critical operational content seamlessly, supporting safety, compliance, and decision-making throughout Qatar Airways Group.” 

“We are proud to welcome Qatar Airways to our global community of progressive airlines,” said Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365. “With our next-generation OCM solution, which brings together the industry-leading capabilities of Comply365’s ProAuthor and Vistair’s DocuNet, we look forward to supporting Qatar Airways’ commitment to operational excellence, safety, and superior efficiency.”   

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About Qatar Airways 

A multiple award-winning airline, Qatar Airways won the ‘World’s Best Airline’ for the unprecedented eighth time at the 2024 World Airline Awards, managed by the international air transport rating organisation, Skytrax. Qatar Airways has been the World’s Best Airline in 2011, 2012, 2015, 2017, 2019, 2021, 2022, and 2024. The airline continues to be synonymous with excellence, also taking home, ‘World’s Best Business Class’, ‘World’s Best Business Class Airline Lounge’, and ‘Best Airline in the Middle East’. As leaders in industry innovation and digital adoption, Qatar Airways was also recently voted the ‘World’s Best Airline Website’ by World Travel Tech Awards in 2024. 

Qatar Airways currently flies to over 170 destinations worldwide, connecting through its Doha hub, Hamad International Airport, the ‘Best Airport in the Middle East’ for 11 consecutive years, as well as ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ for the third year in a row, as voted by Skytrax. Hamad International Airport has previously been named the ‘World’s Best Airport’ by Skytrax in 2021, 2022, and 2024. 

Qatar Airways was the first Airline in the Middle East to be certified to the highest level of IATA’s Environmental Assessment (IEnvA) programme, based on recognised environmental management system principles (such as ISO 14001). As an inaugural signatory to the Buckingham Palace Declaration in March 2016, Qatar Airways became the first airline globally to be certified to the industry standard for the prevention of illegal wildlife trafficking in aviation.

Top 5 Essential Features Aviation Companies Look for in Training Management Systems

Top 5 Essential Features Aviation Companies Look for in Training Management Systems

Aviation companies operate in a highly regulated, fast-paced environment, where maintaining compliance, efficiency, and a skilled workforce is essential. Relying on manual processes like spreadsheets and various systems to manage training can lead to errors, inefficiencies, and wasted time. A well-designed Training Management System (TMS) is crucial to centralizing and streamlining training, scheduling, communication, and resource management, ensuring smooth operations. 

Drawing from our extensive experience as the trusted TMS partner for airlines worldwide, we’ve identified the top five ‘must-have’ features aviation companies prioritize when selecting a Training Management System: 

1. Regulatory Compliance and Certification Tracking 
A truly modern Training Management System that automates the tracking of employee certifications and licenses, ensuring all requirements are met without oversight. It should also simplify the management of mandatory training programs and offer instant access to records for audits and regulatory reviews, transforming a typically stressful process into a seamless and efficient task. 

2. Automation and Scheduling Optimization 
Minimizing administrative tasks while ensuring top-quality training is a key priority. A well-crafted training management system should automate essential functions such as scheduling initial and recurrent training, sending reminders, enrolling trainees, and managing certifications. It should also optimize the allocation of resources—like simulators, instructors, and classrooms—reducing downtime and boosting productivity. Advanced scheduling tools take it further, using intelligent algorithms to streamline complex planning based on curriculum needs, resource availability, instructor qualifications, and business rules. Aviation companies can then create alternative schedules and simulate “what-if” scenarios to evaluate options based on specific objectives, such as reducing costs, increasing throughput, or ensuring continuity. With features like rule validation and real-time conflict detection, these advanced systems guarantee optimal training coverage and pilot availability, even during peak times. 

3. Data Analytics and Reporting 
As aviation companies increasingly rely on data-driven decision-making, analytics and reporting have become essential priorities. Real-time dashboards allow training managers to quickly track progress and performance are key. Detailed metrics reveal areas where training is successful and where improvements are needed, enabling companies to refine programs and address skill gaps proactively. This data-driven insight not only enhances training outcomes but also contributes to better safety and overall readiness. 

4. Mobile Accessibility and Blended Learning 
Aviation professionals, whether in the air or on the ground, require access to training materials anytime, anywhere. A robust Training Management System should support mobile learning, allowing users to review content, complete assignments, and receive real-time updates on the go. Additionally, blended learning should combine digital modules with hands-on training, offering a more well-rounded learning experience. Instructors can also benefit from mobile grading tools, enabling them to assess performance in real-time, whether in simulators or live exercises, and provide immediate feedback. 

5. Scalability and Customization 
Airlines are continuously evolving, and their systems must evolve with them. Scalability is essential to ensure that a Training Management System remains a long-term solution rather than a temporary fix. It should offer flexible configurations for various roles and departments—such as pilots, cabin crew, maintenance, and ground staff—ensuring that each team’s needs are met. A robust Training Management System should also provide customizable dashboards and adaptable workflows that can be tailored to specific requirements. Equally important is its ability to integrate with existing operational systems, enabling smooth coordination across departments and data sources. 

Conclusion 
Ultimately, aviation companies aren’t simply seeking software—they’re looking for a strategic partner that helps them train more efficiently, maintain compliance, and scale with assurance. A modern Training Management System that excels in compliance tracking, scalability, actionable insights, mobile accessibility, and automation can turn training into a competitive advantage, offering the agility and confidence needed throughout every stage of an airline’s growth. 


Learn more about Comply365’s advanced Training Management offerings: 
 
Fox Training Management System 
Fox enables qualification management, training scheduling, resource management, optimization, situational awareness, training delivery, performance evaluation, learning, and analytics for aviation industry organizations with demanding requirements in one centralized platform. 

And 
 
Qualtero Training & Qualification Solution 
Qualtero is a state-of-the art training and qualification management system designed to provide a cost-effective and powerful solution that provides ultra-modern UI/UX, qualification management, grading, and advanced built-in analytics.

Comply365 Announces Acquisition of Rolls-Royce’s SMS Business

Comply365 Announces Acquisition of Rolls-Royce’s SMS Business

Accelerates investment in safety management to create a leading, global all-in-one operational content, safety and training management offering

Beloit, Wis. / Bristol, England / Wellington, New Zealand – April 7, 2025 – Comply365, LLC (“Comply365”), a leading global provider of operational content, safety and training management solutions for the aviation, rail, defense and space industries, announced today it has acquired Rolls-Royce’s SMS business, a global provider of safety and compliance management systems (“SMS”). The acquisition of Rolls-Royce’s SMS business follows the recently announced but pending acquisition of ASQS. These acquisitions represent Comply365’s commitment to investment in safety management and the company’s mission to create a best-in-class, integrated offering to elevate safety and operational performance for its worldwide aviation, rail, defense and space customers. As part of the change in ownership, the Rolls-Royce SMS solution will revert to its former name – AQD. Comply365 is a portfolio company of Insight Partners and Liberty Hall Capital Partners (“Liberty Hall”). 

This acquisition of AQD will further strengthen Comply365’s product capabilities and service offering in safety management and add a significant number of leading aviation customers to its global customer base.

The AQD team will bring deep industry knowledge and a sophisticated SMS offering to complement Comply365’s existing SMS product, SafetyNet and ASQS’s SMS product, iQSMS. The combination of three best-in-class SMS offerings and additional domain expertise further positions Comply365 as a trusted player in the safety management space.

Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365, said: “We are delighted to add the expertise and extensive aviation experience of the AQD team, which further bolsters Comply365’s offering in the safety management space. The acquisition of AQD, along with our recently announced acquisition of ASQS, reinforces our commitment to driving investment and innovation in safety management. These acquisitions strengthen our vision for creating a best-in-class, integrated offering that connects the essential functions of operational content management, safety management and training management.”

Henry Frankievich, Managing Director at Insight Partners, said: “The acquisition of AQD further strengthens Comply365’s position as a leading force in the global safety management sector. This transaction will help accelerate the execution of Comply365’s strategy to provide greater value through a unified offering for its extensive global customer base.”

James Black, Partner at Liberty Hall Capital Partners added: “Building on Comply365’s existing strengths in safety management, the acquisitions of ASQS and AQD represent significant milestones in the company’s next phase of growth. We are thrilled to support Comply365’s continued organic and inorganic investment in safety management, which aligns with the company’s broader vision of delivering a comprehensive offering focused on connecting the mission-critical functions of safety, training and operational performance.”

Pez Kooner, Senior Vice President at Rolls-Royce said: “As part of our ongoing transformation, Rolls-Royce has made the decision to exit our SMS business and complete a share sale with Comply365. I’d like to thank the Rolls-Royce SMS team for their hard work and dedication to our customers. I know this level of professionalism will continue under the new management and I wish the team all the success at Comply365.”

Legal advice to Comply365 was provided by Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. Rolls-Royce was advised by their in-house legal counsel, supported by DLA Piper in New Zealand.

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About Comply365

Comply365 is a leading provider of Operational Content Management, Safety Management and Training Management in the highly regulated industries of aviation, defense, rail and space. Comply365 provides a powerful combination of expertise and products underpinned by unified best practices, empowering its customers to elevate operational excellence, transform safety management and training management, with closer integration of relevant data sets across domains. Comply365 product portfolio ensures its customers’ crews and assets are always geared for peak operational performance, unlocking unparalleled financial and operational gains through more streamlined, robust and agile operations. Comply365 is the trusted technology partner of many of the most progressive aviation, defense, rail and aerospace organizations worldwide. For more information, please visit comply365.com.

About Insight Partners

Insight Partners is a global software investor partnering with high-growth technology, software, and Internet startup and ScaleUp companies that are driving transformative change in their industries. As of September 30, 2024, the firm has over $90B in regulatory assets under management. Insight Partners has invested in more than 800 companies worldwide and has seen over 55 portfolio companies achieve an IPO. Headquartered in New York City, Insight has offices in London, Tel Aviv, and the Bay Area. Insight’s mission is to find, fund, and work successfully with visionary executives, providing them with tailored, hands-on software expertise along their growth journey, from their first investment to IPO. For more information on Insight and all its investments, visit insightpartners.com or follow us on X @insightpartners.

About Liberty Hall

Liberty Hall Capital Partners is a private equity firm focused exclusively on investments in businesses serving the global aerospace and defense industry. Liberty Hall’s principals have a 25-plus year history of working together and have led the investment of over $2.5 billion in equity capital in 30 businesses serving multiple segments of the aerospace and defense industry, including the investment of over $1.0 billion in equity capital since the formation of Liberty Hall. Liberty Hall was founded in July 2011 as the first, and remains the only, private equity firm singularly focused on investments in middle market businesses serving the aerospace and defense industry. Liberty Hall executes a proven and repeatable investment strategy designed to transform middle market businesses into larger, more capable and diverse strategic assets. For more information, please visit libertyhallcapital.com.

About Rolls Royce Holdings plc

  1. Rolls-Royce is a force for progress; powering, protecting and connecting people everywhere. Our products and service packages help our customers meet the growing need for power across multiple industries; enable governments to equip their armed forces with the power required to protect their citizens; and connect people, societies, cultures and economies together.
  2. Rolls-Royce has a local presence in 48 countries and customers in over a hundred more, including airlines and aircraft leasing companies, armed forces and navies, and marine and industrial customers.
  3. Through our multi-year transformation programme, we are building a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing Rolls-Royce. We are building the financial capacity and agility to allow us to successfully develop and deliver the products that will support our customers through the energy transition.
  4. Annual underlying revenue was £17.8 billion in 2024, and underlying operating profit was £2.46 billion.

Rolls-Royce Holdings plc is a publicly traded company (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY, LEI: 213800EC7997ZBLZJH69)

Key takeaways from the 2025 Defence iQ International Military Helicopter Conference: ‘Delivering the Next Generation of Rotary Capabilities to 2040 and Beyond’

Key takeaways from the 2025 Defence iQ International Military Helicopter Conference: ‘Delivering the Next Generation of Rotary Capabilities to 2040 and Beyond’

Against a backdrop of geopolitical uncertainty and persistent technological development, this year’s International Military Helicopter Conference proved an invaluable opportunity for over 60 nations to come together to discuss the changing face of air superiority (the degree to which a side holds control of air power over opposing forces) and how technology transformation can drive significant operational efficiencies.   

Addressing the theme of ‘Delivering the Next Generation of Rotary Capabilities to 2040 and Beyond’, key discussions revolved around the rapid development of software, platforms, and personnel. Reflecting the overarching message that in tomorrow’s battlespace, the only certainty is uncertainty, the following key areas explore current situations and pressing developments leaders must embrace for air superiority.  

Digital Transformation to Overcome Operational Challenges for Platforms & Personnel With the rapid pace of technological development that has characterized recent decades, it comes as no surprise that digital transformation was a key focal point in many presentations such as the capability of software to enable warfighters to increase capacity at scale. Many foresee artificial intelligence as the apex of this trend, enabling autonomous systems to operate in the field, and increasing fleet availability through predictive maintenance. However, there are also existing software solutions helping resource-scarce forces do more with less, both in terms of platforms and personnel. Software develops at a faster pace than hardware, enabling developments to be put in the hands of warfighters to increase operational tempo and empowering personnel. For example, on the battlefield, mission-critical information can be made available to the right people at the right time using innovative, digital first content management solutions to help drive pace, reducing risk of operating with outdated information, and the potentially fatal impact of errors that can incur. 

Digital to Extend the ‘Operating Life’ of Platforms 
It is widely acknowledged that a large number of medium rotorcraft in NATO countries are reaching end of life between 2035-2059; while maintenance and overhaul/replacement places a significant strain on financial and labor resources, forces can exploit the benefits of digital transformation in a digital-first approach to be more agile and empowered. For example, simulators are becoming more widely used to train personnel in a controlled environment, without the need to add flight-hours to platforms, thus increasing the longevity of aircraft and crucial parts.  

Interoperability and Collaboration to Amplify Resources and Drive Efficiencies 
To maximize effect in a cohesive ‘system of systems’, a collaborative approach is integral to the success of allied militaries, in face of time and resource scarcity. In order to facilitate effective inter- and intra-force collaboration, interoperability and communality were deemed the two most critical factors; be it similarity of physical or digital assets, the ability to leverage allies’ resources and find common pathways for maintenance – mutuality will result in faster operational tempo and greater agility.  

Working with greater cohesion in this way will also enable effective task swarming, bringing together multiple systems to maximize effect. By embracing a minilateralist approach, with groups of nations working together to pursue mutual goals, allies can strengthen their resilience against increasingly complex threats.   

Collaboration with Industry – ‘Those who mobilize fastest will win’ 
Equally, speakers pointed to improved collaboration with industry as being a crucial factor in ongoing air superiority. While siloed operations and lengthy procurement processes have affected the speed of implementation, leaders urged for a change in relationship between industry and militaries, stating, ‘Those who mobilize fastest will win’. With a number of NATO nations increasing defense spending, speakers reiterated the importance of investing in R&D, recognizing the capacity of technology industry partners to drive innovation: ‘The market is pushed forward by civilian and commercial organizations; fresh thinking and accessible requirements iterate faster through spiral development’.  

By bringing together the expertise of commercial aviation, industry, and armed forces, militaries can gain the winning edge, optimizing resources and developing at pace across multi-domain operations.  

Data Exploitation and Data-Driven Decision-Making  
Globally, armed forces are recognizing the strategic potential of historic data to shape future operations. By amalgamating data, forces can combine hindsight on past operations with insight into today’s battlespace, giving foresight to tomorrow’s challenges. To reach the ‘bigger value picture’, the approach has two stages, symbiotically delivering effect: data exploitation and data-driven decision-making. The former focuses on the ongoing analysis of information, leading to the latter, whereby data is used to inform action, improving operations, training, innovation and sustainment.  

An obstacle facing many nations today is the sheer volume of data – to lay the foundation of the future force, dedicated resource must be identified to harness the power of data, turning information to optimization. While large quantities of data can provide more accurate means of pattern identification, organizations worldwide are faced with the challenge of poor-quality data. In order to draw effective learnings, data must be organized, secure, accessible and usable, therefore the clean-up of stagnant ‘data lakes’ must take priority before it can reliably inform decisions.  

While effective data exploitation will benefit personnel in any function, the user groups can be split into two distinct areas: data experts and domain experts. Data scientists have the experience and opportunity to tackle large-scale projects, with subject matter expertise necessary to leverage complex tools. However, domain experts will benefit from data that is easy to access and understand and that enables warfighters to make rapid data-driven decisions in the field.  

Information Superiority   
As much as existing data is critical in shaping future strategy, information superiority is seen as the ‘key to success’ in active and ongoing conflict. Speakers observed that what makes current conflict different to the recent past is the mass upon which it is fought; the width of today’s battlefront necessitates that crew operate with the right information at the right moment, while avoiding ‘cockpit information overload’.  

To maintain a high operational tempo, leaders must effectively manage and prioritize the mass of information presented to personnel in the multi-domain sphere. Faced with the challenge of maintaining trust in information presented in the cockpit, forces are embracing the digital delivery of assets as a fundamental tool to drive efficiency while elevating compliance. Compared to paper manuals and sortie briefings, digitized operational content management reduces risk of flying with outdated information, as well as mitigating the loss of sensitive material. When implementing such tools, there are the following factors that forces must consider:  

  • The solution must be tailored and tested in the domain 
  • Accessible online and offline 
  • Content must be easily filtered 
  • Content must be intuitive to use and provide delta updates for resilience in data-scarce areas.  

Conclusion 
To collectively ensure resilience in an evolving, congested battlespace, nations must embrace a digital-first approach, characterized by a risk-conscious implementation of innovative hardware and software. To remain future-facing and delivery focused while evolving at pace, it is evident that armed forces must collaborate, using the tried and tested technology and practices of allies and industry to maximize effect at speed. Modern warfare presents new challenges each day – therefore, technology must keep pace with the speed of change to maintain air superiority.  

At Comply365, we leverage decades of technology expertise across both civil and military aviation to support armed forces across the globe with a digital-first approach to operations, safety and training; maximizing efficiency, productivity and sustainability for Defense organizations, across all air, engineering, maintenance and ground operations documentation, training programs and safety management. 

As the technology partner for over 140 civil and military aviation organizations across their flight operations, safety management and training management, we empower their workforce through agile digital transformation.  


Learn more about the Comply365 offering for the Defense sector at: https://comply365.com/defense

Comply365 Integrates Qualtero to Advance Vision of Unified Offering

Comply365 Integrates Qualtero to Advance Vision of Unified Offering

Reflects Vision of Delivering Singular Connected Platform Across Operations, Compliance, Safety and Training to Global Customer Base

Beloit, Wis. / Bristol, England / Tel Aviv, Israel – March 17, 2025 – Comply365, LLC (“Comply365”), a leading global provider of operational content, safety, and training management solutions for the aviation, rail, defense, and space industries, announced today that Qualtero Limited (“Qualtero”), a training management specialist acquired in a transaction announced in September 2024, will be taking on the Comply365 brand as the combined company leverages its extensive expertise and cutting-edge technology to create unparalleled value for its global customer base.

By transitioning Qualtero to the Comply365 brand and platform, the company reinforces its vision of being a singular, unified partner with an integrated offering that empowers customers to drive interconnectivity across mission-critical areas, including operations, compliance, safety, and training.

Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365, said, “Comply365 has a unique opportunity to offer a stronger, interconnected platform across operations, compliance, safety, and training, with closer integration of data across these domains. Transitioning Qualtero to Comply365 ensures we go to market as a unified solution with a unified value proposition. This move also reinforces Comply365’s global presence, supporting ongoing innovation and expansion into our core markets.”

As part of the brand integration, the product names “Fox” and “Qualtero” for the respective Training Management and Training & Qualification Management Systems will continue to be retained, preserving the trust and familiarity these names have built with airline and military customers worldwide.

About Comply365

Comply365 is a leading provider of Operational Content Management, Safety Management and Training Management in the highly regulated industries of aviation, defense, rail and space. Comply365 provides a powerful combination of expertise and products underpinned by unified best practices, empowering its customers to elevate operational excellence, transform safety management and training management, with closer integration of relevant data sets across domains. Comply365 product portfolio ensures its customers’ crews and assets are always geared for peak operational performance, unlocking unparalleled financial and operational gains through more streamlined, robust and agile operations. Comply365 is the trusted technology partner of many of the most progressive aviation, defense, rail and aerospace organizations worldwide. For more information, please visit comply365.com.

Comply365 Appoints Chris Krackeler as Chief Revenue Officer

Comply365 Appoints Chris Krackeler as Chief Revenue Officer

Strategic Hire of Software Industry Veteran Focused on Further Driving Comply365’s Growth Strategy and Customer Success

Beloit, Wis. / Bristol, England / Tel Aviv, Israel – February 18, 2025 – Comply365, LLC (“Comply365”), a leading global provider of operational content, safety and training management solutions for the aviation, rail, defense and space industries, announced today the appointment of Chris Krackeler as Chief Revenue Officer, to further accelerate the organization’s growth strategy. Chris steps into the role of CRO at a pivotal period for the Comply365 as it advances its mission to create a best-in-class, integrated offering to elevate safety, training and operational performance for Comply365’s broad global customer base.

Joining the Comply365 Executive Leadership team, Chris brings extensive commercial expertise with more than 25 years of experience in driving growth strategies for market-leading SaaS organizations.

“I’m thrilled to join the talented team at Comply365 during such an exciting phase for the company and its customers across aviation, defense, rail and space,” said Chris Krackeler. “Comply365’s market-leading product suite, dedication to innovation and customer success, along with its vision for a fully integrated platform across safety, operations, and training for a global customer base, is truly impressive. I’m eager to contribute to Comply365’s continued growth and help strengthen its position as a market leader.”

“We’re excited to have Chris join the Comply365 team,” said Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365. “With his wealth of experience in leading high-performance commercial teams within fast-paced SaaS companies, Chris is the perfect leader to drive our growth, broaden our market reach and enhance customer value. His expertise in business operations and understanding of customer needs, combined with his dedication to creating strong, sustainable growth strategies, make him a vital asset to the team.”

Prior to joining Comply365, Chris was the Chief Revenue Officer for Accredible, a fast-growing tech company, where he oversaw all Go-to-Market initiatives.  Before that, Chris served as a President & GM at Blackbaud, a SaaS company which has grown to more than $1 billion in recurring revenue.

About Comply365

Comply365 is a leading provider of Operational Content Management, Safety Management and Training Management in the highly regulated industries of aviation, defense, rail and space. Comply365 provides a powerful combination of expertise and products underpinned by unified best practices, empowering its customers to elevate operational excellence, transform safety management and training management, with closer integration of relevant data sets across domains. Comply365 product portfolio ensures its customers’ crews and assets are always geared for peak operational performance, unlocking unparalleled financial and operational gains through more streamlined, robust and agile operations. Comply365 is the trusted technology partner of many of the most progressive aviation, defense, rail and aerospace organizations worldwide. For more information, please visit comply365.com.

Comply365 and Emirates Renew Partnership for Superior Operational Performance

Comply365 and Emirates Renew Partnership for Superior Operational Performance

Beloit, Wis. / Bristol, England / Dubai, UAE – February 12, 2025 – Comply365, LLC (“Comply365”), a leading global provider of operational content, safety and training management solutions for the global aviation industry, today announced that it has renewed its longstanding partnership with Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, continuing their collaboration for another five years to maintain the highest standards of operational excellence with the market-leading DocuNet platform. 

As part of this renewed agreement, Emirates will widen its adoption of Comply365’s industry leading document management platform, DocuNet, to streamline the creation, distribution, and maintenance of operational manuals for the airline, which currently serves 148 cities in 80 countries across six continents on its fleet of nearly 260 aircraft from its hub in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. 
 
Adding DocuNet Authoring to the airline’s existing DocuNet usage, Emirates benefits from the most comprehensive, end-to-end operational content management uniquely provided by DocuNet, comprising DocuNet Authoring and DocuNet Managed Service, as a highly effective hybrid document management approach; as well as full mobile platform capability (iOS, Windows, Android), all of which are fully integrated. This empowers Emirates to standardize the authoring and distribution of content across the airline at scale, provide end users with a consistent document interface and with the flexibility to adapt to different Emirates processes, aircraft types, departments and teams, which significantly improves productivity and operational efficiency.  

“We are very pleased to announce our renewed partnership with Emirates, a renowned leader in global aviation,” said Comply365 CEO, Ilia Kostov. “Our extended relationship reflects the trust Emirates places in Comply365 and DocuNet to support the efficiency, compliance and performance of its flight operations while simplifying the experience for its crews. As one of the world’s largest airlines, superior operational performance is paramount. We look forward to continuing to support Emirates in achieving operational excellence and maintaining the highest standards of compliance while embracing innovative solutions for continued growth.” 
 
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About Comply365

Comply365 is a leading provider of Operational Content Management, Safety Management and Training Management in the highly regulated industries of aviation, defense, rail and space. Comply365 provides a powerful combination of expertise and products underpinned by unified best practices, empowering its customers to elevate operational excellence, transform safety management and training management, with closer integration of relevant data sets across domains. Comply365 product portfolio ensures its customers’ crews and assets are always geared for peak operational performance, unlocking unparalleled financial and operational gains through more streamlined, robust and agile operations. Comply365 is the trusted technology partner of many of the most progressive aviation, defense, rail and aerospace organizations worldwide. For more information, please visit comply365.com

About Emirates

Emirates is the world’s largest international airline, connecting travellers to more than 140 cities. Emirates operates the world’s largest fleet of Boeing 777 and Airbus A380s, and now operates the Airbus A350, offering spacious cabins and iconic inflight features across its fleet. Emirates’ environmental efforts are focussed on three areas: reducing emissions, consuming responsibly and preserving wildlife and habitats.  For more information, visit www.emirates.com.

Ensuring Aviation Safety & Cybersecurity Compliance in 2025: What You Need to Know

EASA PART IS REGULATION

As the aviation industry continues to evolve, 2025 brings a wave of significant cybersecurity regulatory changes that Safety, Risk, and Compliance Officers must navigate to ensure operational efficiency and regulatory compliance. With new mandates from global authorities such as ICAO and EASA, staying informed is critical and being proactive ensures seamless compliance.

Cybersecurity Regulatory Changes in 2025

ICAO Cybersecurity Strategy

The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) has been at the forefront of aviation cybersecurity efforts. Its Aviation Cybersecurity Strategy, first introduced in 2019, is built on seven key pillars:

  • International Cooperation
  • Governance
  • Effective Legislation and Regulations
  • Cybersecurity Policy
  • Information Sharing
  • Incident Management and Emergency Planning
  • Capacity Building, Training, and Cybersecurity Culture

In 2022, ICAO updated its Cybersecurity Action Plan, urging states to implement rules to manage aviation safety risks from cybersecurity events. As we enter 2025, many jurisdictions are still working to align with these requirements.

EASA Part-IS Regulation

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has taken significant steps to address cybersecurity threats through the Part-IS Regulation, which mandates aviation organizations to:

  • Identify, assess, and manage information security (IS) risks impacting aviation safety.
  • Implement an Information Security Management System (ISMS) within their operations.

Compliance Deadlines:

  • October 2025 – Applicable to Production Organizations (EASA Part 21).
  • February 2026 – Applicable to Air Operators and Maintenance Organizations.

For Safety, Risk, and Compliance Managers, this regulation is vital as it directly impacts an organization’s approval to operate and extends compliance responsibilities into IT activities. For more information on EASA Part IS and what it means for your airline, check out our detailed guide EASA Part-IS Regulation: Navigating the New Skies of Cybersecurity Regulations

Steps to Developing an Effective Information Security SMS

To meet these regulatory requirements, aviation organizations should follow a structured approach, here we also share some ways SafetyNet by Comply365 helps support airlines in this effort:

  1. GAP Analysis: Conduct an internal audit to identify IT systems and functions that could impact aviation safety.
    •  SafetyNet by Compl365 helps to document findings and raise corrective actions.
  2. System Updates: Assess risks and document the necessary controls and mitigations.
    •  SafetyNet by Comply365 centralizes all compliance tracking.
  3. Stakeholder Collaboration: Involve cross-functional teams in planning and training to ensure seamless integration.
    • SafetyNet and DocuNet for improved communication and documentation sharing.
  4. Monitor & Adjust: Continuously capture potential incidents to refine and enhance ISMS effectiveness.
    • SafetyNet analytics via PureIntel by Comply365 helps identify trends and inform proactive adjustments.

Best Practices for Ongoing Compliance

Staying compliant is an ongoing process that requires strategic planning and technological support. Engaging the best SMS partners to help address the ongoing safety compliance needs will be essential. Some best practices include:

  • Implementing an Advanced Safety Management Solution: Automate processes to reduce manual effort and human error.
  • Staying Informed: Keep track of evolving regulations through centralized compliance resources.
  • Leveraging Data: Utilize analytics tools such as PureIntel by Comply365 to drive data-based decision-making.
  • Fostering a Safety Culture: Promote compliance awareness at all organizational levels to embed a safety-first mindset.

Ensuring Compliance Beyond 2025

Compliance doesn’t stop once the initial regulatory deadlines are met. Solutions like SafetyNet by Comply365, alongside tools like DocuNet and PureIntel, empower aviation organizations to stay ahead of evolving regulations while optimizing operational efficiency.

By integrating cybersecurity risk management with existing compliance processes, organizations can ensure sustained regulatory alignment and a strong safety culture across the entire operation. Are you ready to meet the cybersecurity challenges of 2025? Start preparing today and ensure your organization remains consistently compliant, efficient, and resilient.

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Alaska Airlines partners with Comply365 to Power Operational Excellence

Alaska Airlines partners with Comply365 to Power Operational Excellence

Beloit, WI / Bristol, England / Seattle, WA – Feb. 4, 2025 – Comply365, a leading global provider of document management, compliance, training and safety management solutions for the aviation, rail and defense industries, today announces a new partnership with Alaska Airlines to implement the DocuNet platform across the airline’s operations.

The selection of DocuNet signifies the beginning of an exciting partnership with Alaska Airlines to modernize and streamline operations, improve crew productivity, and increase compliance across the airline’s technical publication’s ecosystem. The DocuNet platform enables the ability to author, distribute, and view all operational content in a single integrated platform, empowering crews to access critical information anytime, anywhere – whether on the ground or in the air.  The platform is designed to improve operational workflows and reduce manual processes across the end-to-end technical publications lifecycle, combined with highly intuitive and user-centric interfaces for all channels and devices.

“As an airline hyper focused on operational performance and caring for our guests, Alaska is continuously looking for innovative ways to enhance efficiency across our business,” said Terry Walters, Director of Fleet Tech Support at Alaska Airlines. “DocuNet by Comply365 will empower our teams to quickly access and manage essential documents, improving compliance and accelerating processes – for the benefit of our employees and our guests.”

“We are delighted to partner with Alaska Airlines to support their mission of operational excellence,” said Ilia Kostov, CEO of Comply365. “With our extensive global customer base, Alaska Airlines joins a powerful community of airlines worldwide who leverage DocuNet to streamline operational content management, and we look forward to helping Alaska Airlines to achieve new heights in efficiency and operational agility.” 

About Comply365
Comply365 is a leading provider of Operational Content Management, Safety Management and Training Management in the highly regulated industries of aviation, defense, rail and space. Comply365 provides a powerful combination of expertise and products underpinned by unified best practices, empowering its customers to elevate operational excellence, transform safety management and training management, with closer integration of relevant data sets across domains. Comply365 product portfolio ensures its customers’ crews and assets are always geared for peak operational performance, unlocking unparalleled financial and operational gains through more streamlined, robust and agile operations. Comply365 is the trusted technology partner of many of the most progressive aviation, defense, rail and aerospace organizations worldwide. For more information, please visit comply365.com.