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Why Change Management is Crucial for ISO27001 Compliance

By admin|2024-10-17T16:59:57+01:00October 14th, 2024|Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

The Silent Revolution: Why Change Management is Crucial for ISO27001 Compliance In the world of information security, we often focus on the big, dramatic changes - major system overhauls, new technology implementations, or responding to high-profile security incidents. But what about the small, almost imperceptible changes that happen every day? As it turns out, these can be just as critical to your ISO27001 compliance. The Constant Nature of Change Change is not just inevitable—it's constant. Lots of the time, we don't even notice it happening. A [...]

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Configuration Management in ISO 27001

By admin|2024-09-24T14:25:30+01:00September 23rd, 2024|Cyber Security, ISO27001 Certification, ISO27001 Implementation|

Configuration Management in ISO 27001 plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of an organisation's IT assets. For organisations implementing ISO 27001, an effective configuration management process is not just beneficial—it's essential. This blog post explores the importance of configuration management within the ISO 27001 framework and provides guidance on its implementation. Understanding Configuration Management in ISO 27001 Configuration management involves identifying, controlling, maintaining, and verifying the versions of all critical assets within an organisation's IT environment. Key Objectives: 1. Ensure that [...]

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The Role of Continuous Improvement in ISO27001 Compliance

By admin|2024-09-01T16:21:41+01:00September 2nd, 2024|Information Security, ISO27001 Implementation|

The Role of Continuous Improvement in ISO27001 Compliance Overview Compliance with ISO27001 is not a one-time achievement but a continuous journey. The standard itself emphasises the importance of continuous improvement, advocating for ongoing enhancements to an organisation's Information Security Management System (ISMS). This blog post delves into the role of continuous improvement in maintaining ISO27001 compliance, exploring how you can use Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, tools and techniques for continuous improvement. How to use the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle for ISO27001 The PDCA cycle, also known as the [...]

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Do I need special Software to get ISO27001?

By admin|2024-05-31T14:05:39+01:00May 20th, 2024|Information Security, ISO27001 Implementation|

This is a question we get asked regularly "Is the software that is designed to monitor ISo27001 worth the investment?" If your organisation is ISO 27001 certified, you know how important it is to have a systematic approach for monitoring and managing your information security policies and controls. While there are software solutions specifically designed for this purpose, some organisations opt to use spreadsheets to track their compliance efforts. Let's look at the pros and cons of each approach. Dedicated ISO 27001 Compliance Software The advantages [...]

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Demystifying ISO 27001: Your Simple Project Guide

By admin|2024-04-26T18:29:52+01:00April 29th, 2024|ISO27001 Implementation|

Demystifying ISO 27001: Your Simple Project Guide Embarking on the journey towards ISO 27001 certification for your business can seem like a daunting project. However, with the right approach and understanding, achieving this milestone can be a rewarding and transformative experience. Let's delve into how ISO 27001 can be viewed as a project and how you can navigate through it successfully. Project Planning Phase Setting Objectives: Just like any project, defining clear objectives is crucial. Identify why you are pursuing ISO 27001 certification and what outcomes [...]

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Can I use a consultant in a different country to help us achieve ISO27001 certification?

By admin|2024-03-14T14:28:35+00:00March 18th, 2024|ISO27001 Implementation|

Can I use a consultant in a different country to help us achieve ISO27001 Certification? We are frequently asked this question, particularly by companies from the United States who want to work with us. In today's business landscape, information security knows no borders. As organisations increasingly operate across multiple regions and engage in cross-border transactions, the need for a standard approach to information security has never been more critical. That's where ISO 27001 comes in. It's an international standard that gives a proven framework for information [...]

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ISO 27001 – Risk Assessment Requirements

By admin|2023-11-23T12:18:47+00:00November 23rd, 2023|Risk Assessment|

ISO27001 - Risk Assessment Requirements Managing Risk: A Core Element of ISO 27001 Certification For organisations seeking ISO 27001 certification, implementing a comprehensive risk management program is essential for obtaining the certification. ISO 27001 requires a formal risk assessment policy and procedure to be in place. This can be a bit intimidating when you haven't done any formal risk management practices before. But remember that you are managing risk as a business owner or department head all the time. You may not see it that way [...]

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Is Getting ISO 27001 Certification Difficult?

By admin|2024-02-23T09:57:10+00:00November 19th, 2023|ISO27001 Certification, ISO27001 Implementation|

Is Getting ISO 27001 Certification Difficult? Introduction: ISO 27001 is the most widely recognised standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a framework for organisations to manage their information security risks. Many companies now seek ISO 27001 certification to demonstrate their commitment to security. But is getting certified difficult? Let's explore some of the main concerns. The Implementation Process Implementing the controls and processes required by ISO 27001 can seem daunting initially. It requires defining a formal information security policy, classifying assets and recording [...]

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Is ISO27001 better than ISO9001?

By admin|2024-02-23T10:00:27+00:00November 15th, 2023|ISO27001 Certification, ISO27001 Implementation, ISO9001|

Is ISO27001 better than ISO9001? ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 are two of the most widely used ISO management standards globally. But what exactly do they focus on and how do they differ? Here we will explain the unique objectives and scopes of ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 to help you understand which standard is most relevant for your organisation. ISO 27001 - Information Security Management ISO 27001 is specifically focused on information security. It has requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an Information [...]

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Who needs to be ISO27001 certified?

By admin|2024-02-23T13:03:20+00:00November 12th, 2023|ISO27001 Certification, ISO27001 Implementation|

ISO 27001 is an internationally recognised standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a framework for organisations to manage their information security risks and protect sensitive data. Many companies are now seeking ISO 27001 certification to demonstrate their commitment to security and gain a competitive edge. Companies which are handling lots of personal information or confidential business information on behalf of their clients can demonstrate good security practices by obtaining ISO 27001 certification. This would include companies such as those working in market research, [...]

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