ISO 27001

Risk assessment and management is a critical step in your ISO 27001 certification journey. An organization-wide risk assessment, in fact, is the central focus of ISO 27001. The information security standard helps to protect an organization’s information assets by identifying the risks and protecting them by deploying relevant security controls and measures. In this article,…

The world of information security never stands still, nor does ISO/IEC 27001. On October 25, 2022, this crucial standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) got a major overhaul.  ISO 27001, an international compliance standard that helps organizations manage their information security management systems (ISMS) undergoes a systematic review every five years.  The update to…

Like it or not, your employees are your first line of defence in the event of cyber attacks, data breaches, and hacks. You must, therefore, never shy away from investing in establishing a robust organization-wide security culture. Whether you are implementing ISO 27001 or are already certified, investing in building a security-savvy workforce will generate…

The ISO 27001 certification process typically requires gaining familiarity with the standard, diligent planning, committed implementation, and ongoing maintenance. The readiness and existing processes of the organization determine the complexity of each of these steps. For first-time certification seekers becoming audit-ready and dealing with the back and forth with the auditor after the initial audit…

ISO 27001 is an international standard that outlines various clauses and controls that organizations can implement for effectively building an Information Security Management System (ISMS). The ISO 27001 clauses and controls are utilized by organizations to manage security risks and achieve ISMS certification. The controls are detailed in Annex A, and organizations should choose and…

Bagging an ISO 27001 certification can amplify your reputation, bring you new business, improve security status, and save you from regulatory penalties. But the checklist of items can seem never ending—a typical audit has ten management system clauses and an annexure stating 114 information security controls. You can do-it-yourself and get certified. That’s certainly possible….