ISO 27001
Information Security Management
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What is ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 is an international standard for an Information Security Management System published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). It is NOT an IT document/problem, in fact if you’ve pushed compliance with this standard onto your IT department then that’s probably your first mistake, but it can be collected.
ISO 27001 recognition is more than just a certificate on a wall; it shows a commitment to manage your own, and your customers data and information carefully. Leaks and thefts of data and information are now regularly occurring and are generally heavily publicised and carry very significant fines when identified. ISO 27001 seeks to integrate simple everyday practices you’re your business to ensure that your data remains safe, irrespective of the size or industrial context.
Avoid Fines
You can avoid fines by implementing simple but effective controls over the data you hold, and where you hold it.
Keep Your Customers Happy
If you allow your customers data to enter the public domain, or be stolen by a hacker, they are unlikely to remain your customers, and a very expensive legal case could follow.
Reduce Costs
Decrease operational costs by improved data handling and understanding exactly where “in the cloud” your information is held* and what risks that involves.
Commitment to Secure Handling
Shows a commitment to protecting your customers, and suppliers’ data, reducing risks and helping to ensure that their businesses are protected while working with yours.
*Despite statements by some IT related experts, “the cloud” does have physical locations, the servers which hold your data CAN be anywhere, including in countries where there are no laws to protect the data they contain.
Securing Business
Secure a competitive advantage in tenders and supplier assessments through tight control of information and data helps improve your customer’s performance and shows they are showing effective control of their supply chain. This in turn improves their performance as seen by their customers.
Benefits of ISO 27001 Certification
ISO 27001 certification offers a holistic approach to the control of data and information, linked to a risk assessment of that data. This ensures that data that should remain secure does, while information of lesser importance/value can be controlled differently, allowing flexibility in your working methods, and ensuring that where not necessary “the computer says no” doesn’t have to be the standard response of your staff.
By systematically addressing data and information security aspects, ensuring legal compliance, and optimizing resource use, your business enhances its security performance.
ISO 27001 certification positively impacts your corporate image, creating opportunities for better market access and partnerships. Embracing continual improvement, this certification positions your company at the forefront of secure business practices, contributing to a global movement toward responsible data management.
How long would it take to become approved?
The timeframe for approval depends on your business activities and current compliance with legislation. But, we typically craft a tailored Information Security Management System for an SME, conduct audits to verify ISO 27001 compliance, and facilitate UKAS-approved certification with 10 days of our support, typically spread over 6-8 weeks.
How much is it to get ISO 27001 certification?
Our charges are determined by a daily rate, which is based on your activities. Typically, a small business engagement requires 10-14 days. Certification from a UKAS-approved body is estimated at £1500 to £5,000 for a three-year certificate.
Our approach involves crafting effective management systems tailored to your unique business needs. We formalize your existing best practices, ensuring compliance in crucial areas with legal implications. For further details and guidance on obtaining the necessary certifications, please drop us a line.
What do I need to do?
In brief, pinpoint the aspects of your activities with notable security risks impact and establish effective controls to mitigate that impact.
Cyber essentials will help, but ISO 27001 controls extend further than cyber essentials, so although a good start, certification will involve the implementation of additional controls tied to a risk assessment of the various types of data you hold or manage.