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What is Threat Intelligence?

By admin|2024-06-10T11:22:40+01:00June 10th, 2024|Cyber Security, Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

What is Threat Intelligence? Very simply put, threat intelligence is the ways and means of finding out about new cyber threats globally and working out whether they are relevant to your organisation. We all know that cyber attackers are continually growing new ways to threaten businesses and gain an advantage whether that is through access to data or financial information. All organisations should have methods in place to support their threat intelligence framework. This can be something as simple as signing up for newsletters from respected [...]

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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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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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What is ISO27001 in the UK?

By admin|2024-02-23T13:12:18+00:00November 9th, 2023|ISO27001 Implementation|

What is ISO27001 in the UK? ISO27001 is the international standard (ISO) for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). ISO 27001 has become one of the most widely adopted international standards for managing information security. It outlines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). An Information Security Management System does what is says on the tin. It is designed to protect business information and ensure the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of business information. Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability are the [...]

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