ISO 27001:2013 - Information Security Management Systems

Why do we need ISO 27001?

ISO 27001 provides a method for managing the security of information and systems. Loss of data and assets of any kind is at the least inconvenient. At worst, it can lead a business to collapse.

By becoming ISO 27001 certified, you are not only protecting your organisation. Customers and employees will be confident that you have assessed risks and, where possible, treated them. In addition, Certification will give them confidence that their information is secure.

ISO 27001 touches on Business Continuity from a security perspective. It requires you to develop a plan to ensure you maintain security in a business continuity scenario. An example of this could be as a result of COVID-19. Let’s say you have your physical security controls within your office, and you’ve moved to homeworking. Suddenly you have lost those physical security controls such as access control, CCTV, clocking in and out systems – the list is endless. This section of the Standard ensures that you have suitable alternative controls to maintain security.

If you’d like more information on a business continuity-specific standard such as ISO 22301, click here.

There are many benefits that certified companies have recognised. One which we feel is particularly important is driving compliance with legal and contractual requirements. Legislation is key to any business. This Standard is a way of aiding companies in meeting the General Data Protection Regulation 2016 and Data Protection Act 2018.

In the last couple of years, ISO released a certifiable extension to ISO 27001, specific to data protection requirements. This Standard is known as ISO 27701. Click here for more information on this Standard.

Deadline day for transition to ISO 27001:2022 is 31st October 2025. If you haven’t started your transition and need some support, we are here to help.

How can Global QA help us?

An ISO 27001 management system can be started from scratch or integrated into a current management system you may have. You are guided throughout the process by one of our Specialists. They will assist and help you with the implementation of the Standard. Our systems are bespoke and tailored to the client.  We write all policies, processes, and procedures to meet the needs of your business and the Standard. We are passionate about our hands-on approach. Appointing one of our Consultants will make you feel you are in the right hands. They take responsibility for producing the documentation and ensuring that you have had explicit instruction on any implementation requirements. Our Consultants are thorough but on your side. We want to get you the best outcome with minimal hassle. Consequently, our comprehensive approach enables us to provide our 100% guarantee of success.

Why should we use Global QA to help us gain Certification?

We will provide a bespoke Information Security Management System (ISMS). This will help you identify and manage any risks that could affect the security of your information. In addition, dependent on the types of information you process, you may find a further requirement to integrate ISO 27701 to demonstrate compliance with the specific GDPR principles. You can find out more about ISO 27701 here.

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