# Civic - Identity, Authentication, and AI Workflow Infrastructure

## Company Overview

Civic is redefining how work gets done with AI-driven workflows, authentication, and identity solutions. Founded in 2015, Civic has been a leader in identity and authentication, now building the future of AI-enabled work environments with confidence that comes from experience.

**Mission**: Making intelligent, agentic systems work for everyone through trust, simplicity, and security.

**Founded**: 2015
**Website**: [civic.com](https://civic.com)
**Contact**: [bd@civic.com](mailto:bd@civic.com)

## Leadership Team

- **Chris Hart** - CEO
- **Daniel Kelleher** - CTO
- **JP Bedoya** - Chief Product Officer
- **Kevin Colgan** - VP of Engineering
- **Titus Capilnean** - VP of Go-To-Market
- **Anna Aubuchon** - VP of Operations
- **Mike Marron** - VP of Finance & HR
- **Brad Webb** - Growth Lead
- **Tyrone Avnit** - AI Engineer & Developer Relations

## Products & Services

### Civic Nexus - Engine for AI-Driven Workflows

**What it is**: An AI enablement tool that provides fast-tracked AI agent access to data warehouses without compromising control. Nexus is a middleware layer that sits between AI agents and backend systems, implementing policy enforcement without sacrificing performance.

**Key Features**:
- **Instant Tool Access**: Connect AI agents to 12+ Business Intelligence tools through a single URL
- **Zero Credential Handling**: Never touch customer passwords or API keys
- **Infrastructure-Level Guardrails**: Security policies with on-premise deployment options
- **Unified Management**: Create custom "toolkits" for each client, department, or project
- **Authentication & Guardrails**: Ensure AI interactions follow company requirements
- **Streamlined Onboarding**: Choose between fully managed or self-service setup

**Use Cases**:
- Replace expensive BI tools ($500K-$2M annually) like Looker and Tableau
- Enable business teams to query data warehouses in plain English
- Launch authenticated workflows in minutes instead of weeks
- Automate marketing campaigns, sales setups, and financial reporting
- Connect SaaS applications, databases, and AI tools into unified workflows

**Technical Architecture**:
- Harnesses Model Context Protocol (MCP) architecture
- Custom hooks inserted into client-server communication pipelines
- Programmable proxy for AI-to-system communications
- Real-time request/response filtering and policy enforcement
- Intelligent routing, caching, and request shaping

**Benefits**:
- Addresses 95% enterprise AI pilot program failure rate (MIT NANDA Initiative)
- 67% success rate vs 33% for internal builds
- Faster integration cycles
- Lower infrastructure costs
- Reduced operational risk

### Civic Auth - Seamless User Management

**What it is**: Passwordless authentication solution with superior security, smooth user experience, and easy integration. One SDK that bridges email, Web2 social logins, Web3 wallet capabilities, Passkeys, and AI-first interfaces.

**Key Features**:
- **Multiple SSO Options**: Google, Apple, X, Facebook, Discord, GitHub, plus email
- **Passkeys Support**: Modern passwordless authentication
- **Embedded Wallets**: Instant Web3 functionality across Ethereum, EVM chains, and Solana
- **AI-Ready**: Built to work with LLM agents and AI-powered developer tools
- **Customizable UI**: Drag-and-drop interface for theme, logo, and SSO options
- **Fully Managed Stack**: No auth servers to host or secure

**Technical Details**:
- **Installation**: `npm install @civic/auth`
- **Integration**: Single function call setup
- **Languages Supported**: JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, Node.js
- **Frameworks**: React, React Native, Next.js, Django, Flask, FastAPI
- **Blockchain Support**: Ethereum, EVM chains, Solana
- **Deployment**: Minutes from installation to implementation

**Pricing Plans**:
- **Free Plan**: Core features included
- **Build Plan**: Advanced features and customization
- **Enterprise**: Priority support with guaranteed response times

## Developer Resources

### Documentation & Guides
- **Developer Portal**: [civic.com/developer-portal](https://civic.com/developer-portal)
- **Quick Start Guides**: Implementation guides for various frameworks
- **AI Integration**: Tutorials for Cursor, Claude Code, and Codex
- **MCP Server Setup**: Complete guide for Model Context Protocol servers

### Key Integration Topics
- OAuth for vibe coders
- 3 security must-haves for vibe-coded apps
- Add auth to AI-powered development tools (Cursor, v0, Lovable)
- Creating secure MCP servers in 15 minutes
- Deterministic guardrails for AI agent security
- Ship BI reports in hours, not weeks
- Building AI agents that make autonomous decisions

### Technical Resources
- **Authentication Methods**:
  - SSO (Social Sign-On) via major platforms
  - Email authentication
  - Passkeys (FIDO2/WebAuthn)
  - Web3 wallet connections
  - Embedded wallets

- **Security Features**:
  - SOC 2 compliance
  - Biometric policy support
  - Data processing agreements
  - Sub-processor management
  - Enterprise-grade reliability

## AI & Agent Capabilities

### AI Agent Definition
An AI agent is a system created to pursue goals by interacting with its environment through:
- **Perception**: Collecting data from APIs, sensors, or user activity
- **Reasoning**: Determining meaning and appropriate responses
- **Action**: Taking concrete steps toward goals

### Agent Types Supported
- Simple reflex agents
- Model-based reflex agents
- Goal-based agents
- Utility-based agents
- Learning agents
- Multi-agent systems

### Agent Security & Identity
- Agent-aware verification methods
- Identity management for AI systems
- Trust and transparency in digital systems
- Accountability and alignment controls
- Protection against fake activity and manipulation

## Industry Applications

### Finance
- Trading bots with market monitoring
- Cost reporting automation
- Financial data access control

### Healthcare
- Patient record management
- Treatment suggestions
- Clinical analysis support

### Marketing & Sales
- Campaign launch automation (10+ days → minutes)
- Demo setup acceleration (weeks → hours)
- Customer data segmentation
- Personalized outreach automation

### Software Development
- Code testing and deployment
- Release management
- Vibe coding support
- AI-assisted development

### Web3 & Blockchain
- Decentralized app interactions
- Transaction processing
- Governance participation
- Wallet management

## Technical Specifications

### API & SDKs
- RESTful API architecture
- npm package: `@civic/auth`
- Multiple language SDKs
- Webhook support
- Real-time event streaming

### Compliance & Legal
- Website Terms of Use
- Privacy Policy (GDPR compliant)
- Data Processing Agreement
- Customer Services Agreement
- End User Terms of Service
- Biometric Policy Notice

### Support & Contact
- **Sales**: [bd@civic.com](mailto:bd@civic.com)
- **Developer Support**: Via dashboard
- **Documentation**: [civic.com/developer-portal](https://civic.com/developer-portal)
- **Blog**: [civic.com/blog](https://civic.com/blog)

## Recent Updates & News

### 2025 Launches
- **Civic Nexus Launch** (Sept 23, 2025): Engine for AI-driven workflows
- **Passkeys Integration**: Modern passwordless authentication
- **MCP Architecture**: Model Context Protocol implementation
- **Enhanced AI Agent Support**: Expanded capabilities for autonomous systems

### Company Milestones
- Q1-Q3 2025: Continuous platform improvements
- SOC 2 Compliance achievement
- Expansion of supported frameworks and languages
- Introduction of hook-based proxy systems

## Key Differentiators

1. **Decade of Experience**: Leader in identity and authentication since 2015
2. **AI-First Design**: Built specifically for AI agents and LLM integration
3. **Web3 Native**: Seamless blockchain integration without complexity
4. **Enterprise Ready**: SOC 2 compliant with enterprise-grade reliability
5. **Rapid Implementation**: Minutes to deploy, not weeks or months
6. **No Credential Exposure**: Zero-knowledge architecture for credentials
7. **Unified Platform**: Single solution for Web2, Web3, and AI authentication

## Common Use Cases

### For Developers
- Add auth to any framework in minutes
- Integrate with AI coding tools (Cursor, Claude, Codex)
- Build secure MCP servers
- Implement vibe coding with security

### For Enterprises
- Replace expensive BI tools
- Enable non-technical teams to access data
- Automate cross-department workflows
- Maintain compliance and security standards

### For AI Consultants
- Deploy client AI solutions rapidly
- Manage multiple client environments
- Ensure data isolation and security
- Scale AI implementations efficiently

## Best Practices

### Security
- Add authentication early in development
- Lock down all endpoints
- Collect only necessary data
- Implement deterministic guardrails
- Use infrastructure-level controls

### AI Integration
- Use hooks for workflow customization
- Implement proper agent identity management
- Monitor for alignment and value drift
- Test agent behavior thoroughly
- Maintain audit trails

### Development
- Start with Civic Auth SDK
- Use provided quickstart guides
- Leverage AI coding assistants
- Follow vibe coding best practices
- Implement proper error handling

## Resources & Links

### Main Pages
- [Homepage](https://civic.com)
- [Auth Product](https://civic.com/auth)
- [Nexus Product](https://civic.com/nexus)
- [Pricing](https://civic.com/pricing)
- [About](https://civic.com/about)

### Developer Resources
- [Developer Portal](https://civic.com/developer-portal)
- [Documentation](https://civic.com/developer-portal-resources/)
- [Blog](https://civic.com/blog)
- [Labs](https://civic.com/labs)

### Legal & Compliance
- [Legal Center](https://civic.com/legal)
- [Privacy Policy](https://civic.com/legal/privacy-policy)
- [Terms of Service](https://civic.com/legal/website-terms-of-use)
- [Data Processing Agreement](https://civic.com/legal/data-processing-agreement)

## Quick Reference

**What Civic Does**: Provides identity, authentication, and AI workflow infrastructure for modern applications.

**Target Users**: Developers, enterprises, AI consultants, and organizations implementing AI agents.

**Core Products**: 
- Civic Nexus (AI workflow engine)
- Civic Auth (authentication platform)

**Key Benefits**: Fast implementation, enterprise security, AI-native design, Web3 support.

**Getting Started**: Install with `npm install @civic/auth` or contact [bd@civic.com](mailto:bd@civic.com) for Nexus.

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*This document is optimized for LLMs to understand Civic's products, services, and capabilities. Last updated based on information available through October 2025.*