Glossary of Compliance
Compliance Glossary
Our list of curated compliance glossary offers everything you to know about compliance in one place.
ISMS
ISMS or information security management system (ISMS) is a set of procedures and policies for systematically managing an enterprise’s sensitive information. The goal of an ISMS is to detect and minimize the risk while ensuring business continuity by proactively countering the impact of a security breach.
Additional reading
Top 10 ISMS Software Ranked: Compare Features [Free ISMS Manual PDF]
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Compliance vs Risk Management: Key Differences & Similarities
A report by Bloomsberg states that companies are spending 6-10% of their revenue solely on compliance! Furthermore, over 50% of executives see cybercrime as a top five risk now and in the next three years, with concerns rising. The above statistics are pieces of evidence that in the absence of compliance, you can lose money…
10 Compliance Standards That Are Must-Haves
“The cost of non-compliance is great. If you think compliance is expensive, try non-compliance” – Former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Paul McNulty. These words ring truer than ever in today’s hyperconnected, data-centric world. Beyond the legal and financial ramifications, non-compliance can lead to plummeting valuations, reputational damage, and lost business opportunities. Adhering to relevant compliance…
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