What Berla does

Berla Corporation is a private, US-based vehicle forensics company founded in 2008 and headquartered in Annapolis, Maryland. It develops the iVe Ecosystem, a three-component platform used by authorized investigators to identify, acquire, and analyze data stored in vehicle systems. The components are iVe Mobile (a mobile application for vehicle and system identification with unlimited team accounts), iVe Hardware Kit (proprietary trim removal tools, device interface boards, system interface cables, and a portable power supply used to physically acquire data from vehicle ECUs), and iVe Forensic Software (a Windows-based desktop application for parsing data, recovering deleted information, and generating timeline, mapping, and case reports). The platform supports Automotive Network Acquisitions, Direct Connect/Media acquisitions, and chip-off imports across FAT, EXT, and QNX file systems and covers 20,752+ vehicle models from 15+ manufacturers globally, with regular quarterly releases that have extended coverage through 2026 model years.

Berla's customers are restricted by design to law enforcement, military, civil and regulatory agencies, and select private industry organizations approved on a case-by-case basis — a gating mechanism that narrows the addressable market but eliminates competition from general-purpose consumer tools. The company sells directly to government agencies in the US and through channel partners internationally, including MSAB (global), DataExpert (Netherlands), and 4N6 (Italy), with regional phone support in the United Kingdom and Australia. Revenue is generated through a one-time purchase of the complete iVe Ecosystem, an annual iVe Renewal Plan covering support, hardware replacements, and software updates, a five-day Vehicle System Forensics training course, and biennial proficiency exams ($100 each) for the CVSO, CVST, and CVSE certifications. Berla operates as an independent, privately held company with no disclosed venture funding, no parent company, and no M&A activity in the available data; the leadership team in the source materials is limited to Ken Honeycutt as CTO.

Name

Berla

Legal name

Berla Corporation

Website

https://berla.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Berla Corporation builds the iVe vehicle forensics platform — mobile identification app, proprietary hardware kit, and Windows analysis software — used by authorized law enforcement, military, and government agencies to acquire and analyze data from 20,752+ supported vehicle models across 15+ manufacturers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Vehicle Forensics Software

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Investigation, Guard, and Armored Car Services (56161)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Vehicle Diagnostics & Fault Code Scanning Services (TLAKANAA)

Keywords

• Vehicle forensics
• Cybersecurity software
• Digital forensics
• Automotive data acquisition
• Investigator software

Headquarters

HQ city

Annapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. iVe Ecosystem Products: One-time purchase of the complete iVe Ecosystem including iVe Mobile (unlimited accounts), one complete Hardware Kit, and one Software License. First year includes support, hardware updates, and software updates.
2. Annual Support and Maintenance: iVe Renewal Plan includes 12 months of service, maintenance, and support. Covers unlimited technical support, hardware replacements (up to two sets), and access to all software updates and enhancements. Also includes new hardware developed for acquisition capabilities.
3. Training Services: Five-day iVe Vehicle System Forensics Course provides complete indoctrination into vehicle forensics investigations. Course fee includes certification exam.
4. Certification Program: Proficiency examinations for maintaining certifications (CVSO, CVST, CVSE). Fee of $100 per certification exam for extending certification by 24 months.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Berla creates vehicle forensics solutions through its iVe Ecosystem, enabling investigators to identify supported vehicles, acquire data from in-vehicle systems, and analyze recovered evidence. The offering consists of three integrated components: iVe Mobile (mobile app for vehicle/system identification), iVe Hardware Kit (proprietary physical acquisition hardware), and iVe Forensic Software (Windows-based desktop application for parsing, recovery, mapping, and reporting).

Product overview

Berla's iVe Ecosystem is a unified vehicle forensics platform comprising three core components: iVe Mobile (mobile app for vehicle and system identification), iVe Hardware Kit (proprietary acquisition hardware), and iVe Forensic Software (Windows desktop application for data parsing, analysis, and reporting). The ecosystem supports law enforcement, military, and authorized private organizations in vehicle forensics investigations. Additional offerings include the iVe Renewal Plan (annual maintenance and support), iVe Collection Manager (pre-release acquisition tool), and a professional Certification Program with CVSO, CVST, and CVSE credentials. The platform has expanded from supporting 3,400 vehicle models in 2015 to covering vehicles manufactured globally through 2026.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• iVe Ecosystem: Collection of tools supporting vehicle forensics investigations with mobile application, hardware kit, and forensic software.
• iVe Mobile
• iVe Hardware Kit
• iVe Forensic Software

Products and services

• iVe Ecosystem A comprehensive vehicle forensics platform consisting of iVe Mobile, iVe Hardware Kit, and iVe Forensic Software that enables investigators to identify, acquire, and analyze critical information stored within vehicle systems. Designed for law enforcement, military, civil and regulatory agencies, and select private industry organizations.
• iVe Mobile A mobile application (iOS and Android) providing unlimited team accounts for identifying supported vehicles, viewing installed systems, determining retrievable data, identifying acquisition methods, accessing system removal instructions, and monitoring progress of long-running acquisitions.
• iVe Hardware Kit A complete proprietary hardware kit for acquiring all iVe-supported vehicle systems, including trim removal tools, system removal tools, device interface boards, system interface cables, and a portable power supply. Required to perform physical data acquisitions from vehicle ECUs and infotainment systems.
• iVe Forensic Software A Windows-based desktop application used for all data acquisitions, parsing, deleted information recovery, raw file system viewing, mapping, data export, search, timeline analysis, and custom report building. Supports FAT, EXT, and QNX file systems and integrates with the iVe Hardware Kit and iVe Mobile.
• iVe Renewal Plan An annual service, maintenance, and support plan providing 12 months of unlimited technical support access, up to two hardware replacements, all software updates and enhancements, and new hardware releases developed for expanding acquisition capabilities.
• iVe Certification Program A professional certification program including CVSO (Certified Vehicle System Forensic Operator), CVST (Certified Vehicle System Forensic Technician), and CVSE (Certified Vehicle System Forensic Examiner) credentials, each with a 24-month validity period. Includes a five-day iVe Vehicle System Forensics Course covering the full investigation process.

Quantifiable outcome

• Supports 20,752+ vehicle models globally
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• MSABcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMSAB is a global leader in mobile forensic solutions enabling law enforcement and security authorities to acquire and analyze evidence from mobile phones, drones, wearable tech, GPSs and other mobile devices. They provide an ecosystem of tools, services and training for mobile forensics. Berla distributes products through MSAB globally.
• DataExpertcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDataExpert is a knowledge and technology partner in the field of data security and the fight against crime in the Netherlands. They work with defense departments, police, governments, financial institutions and other companies providing expertise, innovative software, training and services. Berla products are distributed through DataExpert in the Netherlands.
• 4N6coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner4N6 is a privately-owned Italian firm providing expert knowledge of computer forensics. Services include computer forensic investigations, expert witness and consulting, eDiscovery, digital litigation support, training, and forensic lab consulting. Berla products are distributed through 4N6 in Italy.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Cellebrite: Established leader in mobile device forensics and digital intelligence for law enforcement and government. Comparable because it serves the same investigator buyer with digital evidence extraction tools, though its focus is mobile devices rather than vehicles.
• NUIX: Investigative analytics and digital forensics platform for law enforcement, government, and corporate customers. Comparable for its end-to-end forensic investigation workflows serving similar authorized government buyers.
• Exterro (AccessData): Provides digital forensics and e-discovery software including the FTK platform, used extensively by law enforcement and corporate investigators. Comparable as a broader digital forensics platform serving the same customer profile.
• Magnet Forensics: Provider of digital forensics software for law enforcement, government, and corporate investigations. Comparable as a digital forensics platform serving the same public safety customer base, now part of Grayshift.

Direct peers

• Paraben Corporation: Specializes in mobile device, computer, and IoT forensics for investigators. Comparable as a niche digital forensics vendor with similar product breadth across device forensics for the same investigator buyer.
• Grayshift: Specializes in mobile device extraction and digital forensics tools for law enforcement. Comparable as a purpose-built forensics vendor selling exclusively to authorized agencies, similar to Berla's go-to-market approach.
• MSAB: Global leader in mobile forensic solutions for law enforcement. MSAB is both a direct competitor in mobile/digital forensics and a strategic channel partner that distributes Berla's vehicle forensics products globally, making it the most relevant comparable peer.
• Oxygen Forensics: Provides mobile, cloud, and computer forensic solutions for law enforcement and government agencies. Comparable as a multi-modality forensics vendor with similar authorized-buyer sales model.
• Belkasoft: Digital forensics product vendor serving law enforcement, corporate, and academic customers. Belkasoft is integrated with Berla's iVe software for joint analysis workflows, making it a closely adjacent peer in the forensic workflow stack.

Emerging players

• ADF Solutions: Provider of targeted digital forensic triage tools for law enforcement and intelligence agencies. Comparable as a focused forensics vendor with a niche product offering for authorized government investigators.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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