ABBYY appoints Clayton C. Peddy as new Chief Information Security Officer

ABBYY has announced the appointment of Clayton C. Peddy as its new Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). This strategic move aims to strengthen the company's information security measures and ensure robust cybersecurity initiatives across its operations.

Clayton C. Peddy brings to the role over two decades of experience in cybersecurity, software development, architecture consulting, and digital transformation. His prior leadership roles at industry giants such as OutSystems and Citrix underscore his extensive expertise and deep understanding of information security.

Ulf Persson, CEO of ABBYY, expressed enthusiasm about Peddy's appointment, stating, "Clayton's infosec expertise and impressive track record reflects ABBYY's dedication to data security and delivering robust solutions to our customers. He will be a great addition to the ABBYY team focused on accelerating the development and deployment of our intelligent automation solutions."

Peddy himself is equally optimistic about joining ABBYY. "I am thrilled to join ABBYY, a company recognised for its leadership in intelligent document processing and process mining, and a reputation for delivering significant value to customers," he remarked. "I look forward to collaborating with the talented team to ensure that security remains not just a priority, but the driving force in our development of secure AI solutions. Customer trust is our foundation, and I am dedicated to setting new benchmarks in information security within the industry."

ABBYY has recently achieved ISO 27001:2013 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, underscoring its commitment to maintaining high standards in data security and regulatory compliance. These certifications further demonstrate ABBYY's dedication to promoting trustworthy AI technology and adhering to ethical processes, thereby ensuring that customers experience intelligent automation solutions with maximum security.

Apart from his professional achievements, Peddy is also a published author and a noted speaker in the cybersecurity and technology sectors. His involvement extends to academia, where he has served as a Computer Science Industry Board Member at California State University, Chico. He also volunteers actively with youth, reflecting his commitment to fostering the next generation of technology leaders.

With headquarters in Milpitas, California, ABBYY operates in 12 countries and boasts a customer base of over 10,000 companies globally, including numerous Fortune 500 firms. The company leverages purpose-built AI to transform data from business-critical documents into actionable insights, offering significant impacts on customer experience, operational excellence, and competitive advantage.

Peddy's appointment is expected to reinforce ABBYY's position as a leader in intelligent automation while ensuring the highest levels of information security. Stakeholders can expect accelerated development and deployment of ABBYY's AI solutions, delivering enhanced value and security to customers worldwide.