One of Ireland's first companies to achieve ISO 42001:2023 certification, the globally recognised AI governance standard.
ISO 27001:2022 certified company, the internationally recognised information security management standard.
We deliver expert audit and compliance services that help SMEs and startups across Ireland and Europe achieve and maintain compliance with the regulatory frameworks, security standards, and industry requirements that matter most to their business. From ISO certification support and IT audits to EU AI Act readiness and regulatory compliance programmes, we make compliance manageable, sustainable, and genuinely valuable.
In an increasingly regulated digital environment, compliance is no longer optional for businesses operating in Ireland and Europe. The EU AI Act, GDPR, NIS2, DORA, ISO standards, and industry-specific regulatory requirements are raising the bar for what responsible business looks like in practice.
Organisations that get compliance right earn deeper client trust, win more business contracts, avoid significant regulatory penalties, and build stronger, more resilient businesses. Those that do not face fines, enforcement actions, reputational damage, and the loss of client confidence that is increasingly difficult to recover from.
At Square Root Solutions, our compliance audit services and regulatory compliance services help businesses navigate the complex compliance landscape through expert audit, assessment, and compliance programme support that is practical, sustainable, and genuinely protective. As one of Ireland's first ISO 42001 certified AI companies and ISO 27001 certified information security professionals, we bring a unique combination of technical expertise and regulatory knowledge to every compliance engagement we undertake.
From IT audits and ISO certification support to EU AI Act readiness and regulatory compliance frameworks, we deliver the compliance assurance your organisation needs.
Conducting comprehensive IT audits that evaluate the effectiveness of your technology controls, security posture, data governance practices, and operational processes against regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
Providing expert guidance and implementation support to help your organisation achieve ISO 27001 information security certification, ISO 42001 AI management certification, and other relevant ISO standards.
Assessing your AI systems against EU AI Act requirements, classifying risk levels, identifying compliance gaps, and implementing the governance frameworks, documentation, and monitoring systems needed to achieve and maintain compliance.
Designing and implementing compliance frameworks tailored to your specific regulatory environment, covering GDPR, NIS2, DORA, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Auditing your vendor and supplier landscape to ensure third-party compliance with your contractual, regulatory, and security requirements, identifying risks in your supply chain before they become your liability.
Implementing continuous compliance monitoring systems that track your compliance posture in real time, generate audit-ready evidence, and alert your team to compliance gaps before they become regulatory issues.
We help businesses achieve and maintain compliance across the most important regulatory frameworks affecting businesses in Ireland and Europe, backed by internal audit services that keep your compliance posture audit-ready year round.
ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security management. ISO 42001 is the world's first international standard for AI management systems. As one of Ireland's first ISO 42001 certified companies and ISO 27001 certified professionals, we have lived experience of both certification journeys and provide end-to-end support to help your organisation achieve certification.
The EU AI Act is the world's first comprehensive legal framework for artificial intelligence, imposing strict requirements on high-risk AI systems including transparency, documentation, human oversight, and risk management. We assess your AI systems against EU AI Act requirements and implement the compliance frameworks needed to meet your regulatory obligations.
The NIS2 Directive and Digital Operational Resilience Act impose significant new cybersecurity and operational resilience requirements on organisations operating in the EU. We assess your compliance posture against NIS2 and DORA requirements and help you implement the security controls and resilience frameworks needed to achieve compliance.
GDPR remains the cornerstone of EU data protection regulation, imposing comprehensive obligations on every organisation that processes the personal data of EU residents. We deliver end-to-end GDPR compliance programmes that address every aspect of your data protection obligations.
We deliver audit and compliance consulting services for businesses across a wide range of regulated industries.
Unique ISO certifications, deep regulatory expertise, and a practical approach to compliance that delivers real assurance.
One of Ireland's first ISO 42001 certified companies, the world's first international standard for AI management systems. Our AI compliance expertise is independently verified, not theoretical, with compliance scope defined against actual systems and obligations.
ISO 27001 certified, grounding every audit in internationally recognised information security best practices, not advisory opinion. Every assessment includes evidence reviewed at source instead of accepted at policy level, with audit evidence protected through traceable handling.
As a technology company, not a legal advisory firm, our recommendations are technically accurate and implementable, with compliance requirements converted into technical acceptance checks and control gaps linked to accountable owners.
From audit and gap assessment through to implementation and ongoing advisory, we manage the full compliance lifecycle, with a review across 12 compliance control areas, audit preparation focused on reducing unresolved exposure, and up to 20 audit-ready deliverables produced per assessment.
A structured, risk-based approach to audit and compliance services, from initial assessment to ongoing compliance assurance.
We begin by defining the scope of your compliance programme, mapping the specific regulatory frameworks, standards, and requirements that apply to your organisation, and identifying the key compliance risks that need to be addressed.
We conduct a comprehensive audit of your current controls, policies, processes, and technical measures against the applicable regulatory requirements, identifying compliance gaps, quantifying associated risks, and prioritising remediation actions.
We design a compliance framework tailored to your organisation, covering the policies, controls, processes, roles, and documentation required to achieve and maintain compliance with your applicable regulatory obligations.
We support the implementation of your compliance framework, working with your technical and operational teams to deploy the controls, automate compliance processes, and establish the evidence generation and documentation practices your compliance programme requires.
We implement continuous compliance monitoring, establish regular audit and review cycles, generate audit-ready compliance evidence, and provide ongoing advisory support as your regulatory environment, technology landscape, and business operations evolve.
The most effective tools for IT audit, compliance management, and regulatory framework implementation.
Over a decade of delivering AI and software products for established Irish businesses. Every number represents a real client, a real product, and a real outcome.
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Explore how we build secure, auditable systems that help organisations manage compliance, maintain accurate records and gain greater visibility across critical business processes.
We built the School and Admin platforms for NameDown, streamlining admissions for primary and post-primary schools. The system supports customised applications, automated selection, digital lotteries, waiting lists, and one-click offers, with personalised parent communication. Centralized, auditable records and seamless data exports provide schools with a transparent, efficient, and error-resistant admissions process.
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We rebuilt TeachKloud’s legacy system into a robust Childcare Management Platform serving 300+ schools across Europe. The platform connects management, educator, and parent apps to streamline attendance, billing, compliance, communication, and payments. We also built Educator Pal, an AI planning assistant that generates curriculum-aligned lesson plans and policies across leading frameworks.
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We built BERGO, a Building Energy Rating software platform for BER assessors in Ireland that digitizes the full assessment workflow. It combines on-site data capture, digital floor planning, and automated DEAP-based calculations in one system.
Admin and company dashboards support compliance, reporting, and account management, making assessments faster, more accurate, and audit-ready.
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Square Root took the time to understand our vision, built a clear technical roadmap, and communicated brilliantly throughout, our dedicated project manager was outstanding. The team treated Bergo's success as their own, and I couldn't recommend them more highly.
Square Root Solutions delivered a stable, high-performing MVP with strong early user engagement. Following an agile approach throughout, the team was responsive, adaptable, and proactive in resolving issues and incorporating feedback. They excelled at translating complex ideas into intuitive user experiences that users loved from day one.
Square Root Solutions delivered exactly what we needed with professionalism, clear communication, and exceptional responsiveness. Their ability to adapt quickly while maintaining high-quality delivery made the entire process seamless. We look forward to working with them again and recommend them without hesitation.
Working with Square Root Solutions was a seamless experience. They successfully delivered our app across two platforms, earning positive feedback for its intuitive design while maintaining a transparent and well-organized development process. Their willingness to adapt to evolving requirements, coupled with deep technical expertise & strong product thinking, made them a trusted technology partner.
Square Root Solutions delivered our custom platform with professionalism, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to our success. They consistently met milestones, responded quickly to feedback, and worked as an extension of our team. Their dedication to building the best possible product helped make our platform launch a success.
Working with Square Root Solutions was a great experience. They delivered a beautifully designed mobile app, communicated openly about timelines, and consistently met key milestones. Their responsiveness, transparency, and commitment to quality made the entire development process smooth and collaborative.
Square Root Solutions went above and beyond to help us achieve our goals. They successfully maintained our web platform, delivered a high-quality mobile app on time and within budget, and remained highly responsive throughout the project. The team consistently kept their promises, met every milestone, and demonstrated a genuine commitment to our success, making them a trusted technology partner.
Square Root Solutions delivered a high-quality app that exceeded our expectations and created new revenue opportunities for our business. Throughout the project, the team communicated clearly, delivered on time, and remained incredibly flexible as our vision evolved. Their willingness to adapt, refine, and ensure every detail was right made them an outstanding partner to work with.
Square Root Solutions brought creativity, enthusiasm, and genuine passion to every stage of our project. They delivered intuitive apps that have been warmly received by educators for their ease of use and rich functionality, while also generating growing interest among parents. Their clear communication and collaborative approach kept everyone aligned, making the entire development process smooth and enjoyable.
Square Root Solutions transformed our website into a modern, accessible platform that's easy for non-technical users to manage and seamlessly integrates with third-party systems. Their excellent communication, responsiveness, and commitment to meeting deadlines made the entire process effortless. The improvements have contributed to increased student enrolment and delivered lasting value to our organisation.
An IT audit is a systematic evaluation of an organisation's information technology infrastructure, controls, policies, and operations against defined standards, regulatory requirements, or best practice frameworks. IT audits assess the effectiveness of security controls, data governance practices, operational processes, and compliance posture, identifying gaps and recommending improvements.
An audit is an independent evaluation of whether your current controls and practices meet defined requirements. A compliance assessment is a broader exercise that not only evaluates your current posture but also identifies the specific actions needed to achieve and maintain compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks. We provide both as part of our audit and compliance services.
We support a wide range of compliance frameworks including ISO 27001, ISO 42001, GDPR, EU AI Act, NIS2, DORA, PCI DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, and industry-specific regulatory requirements. We assess which frameworks are applicable to your organisation and design a compliance programme that addresses all relevant obligations efficiently.
An ISO 27001 certification programme typically takes 3 to 6 months for smaller organisations and 6 to 12 months for larger, more complex businesses, depending on the size of your organisation, the complexity of your IT environment, and your starting compliance posture. We manage the full certification journey from initial gap assessment through to third-party certification audit.
The NIS2 Directive is an EU cybersecurity directive that significantly expands the scope and requirements of its predecessor, applying to a much wider range of sectors and organisations than before. It covers essential and important entities across sectors including energy, transport, banking, health, digital infrastructure, and managed service providers. We conduct a scoping assessment to determine whether NIS2 applies to your organisation and what specific obligations you need to meet.
Yes. We provide comprehensive audit readiness support, helping your organisation prepare for regulatory inspections, certification audits, and third-party compliance assessments. We conduct pre-audit gap assessments, remediate identified issues, prepare audit evidence packages, and coach your team on how to present your compliance programme to auditors effectively.
