To run a successful business, information and data acts as a valuable asset to any organization. When properly handled, it allows companies to operate with confidence. Information Security Management System gives the freedom to expand, innovate and enrich the customer base. ISO 27001 is an internationally recognized framework which assists organizations to manage and protect their information assets. It continuously reviews and refine the data management system protecting the business, reputation, and adds value.
Why is ISO 27001 important for organizations?
When it comes to securing personal records and commercially sensitive information, ISO 27001 plays a crucial role and implements a robust and systematic approach while managing information, protecting the organization's reputation.
ISO 27001 helps businesses to be more adaptable and receptive to information security threats. It secures the information and eases the business process with the clear notation of confidence about commitment to protecting information of the clients, suppliers, customers, etc.
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How does ISO 27001 help?
Today, with advancements of technology and connectivity, it is very much important for all organizations to ensure that data is secured and operations runs efficiently. ISO 27001 helps in following ways:
- Reputation – Identification to information risks with corrective measures for governance and reduction. Prompt detection of information security breaches and continually improving the Information Security Management System (ISMS).
- Engagement – Communication of ISMS policies to all internal & external stakeholders. Governance of workforce contribution of the same makes them competent to ISMS.
- Compliance – Adequate framework for managing legal and regulatory requirements and communicating the same to other interested parties.
- Risk Management – Assessment of information security threats, Identification of potential weakness. Governing the controls to proportionate risks with continual evaluation and making it more effective and secured.
What are the benefits of ISO 27001?
By focusing on the key risks to the information security management systems, through ISO 27001 the decrement of threats and impact is easy. Third party certification can provide additional reassurance to key stakeholders that risks are managed efficiently. Here are the main benefits:
- Better visibility of risk / threats amongst interested parties.
- Builds trust and credibility in the market to win more busines
- Protects the information with a smooth run of business.
- Cost saving by minimizing disruptive incidents Commitment to information security so that information is protected & can be accessed.
Who benefits from ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 standard is designed to be dynamic and versatile and can be accomplished from a wide variety of businesses globally, viz.:
- Construction
- Engineering
- Technology Services
- Manufacturing
- Hotels & Hospitality
- Health
Top Tips on making ISO 27001 effective for you.
Top management commitment while practicing and accomplishing the standard is the key to success.
Top management commitment while practicing and accomplishing the standard is the key to success.
Keeping staff informed about the ongoing practices, a well communicated plan would increase the motivation and zeal of working in them.
Making sure that the various departments of organization works as a team for the benefit of organization and customer as well.
Review systems, policies, processes, and procedures for a smooth working of QMS.
Speaking to customers & suppliers while getting feedback & work on improvements.
Training of staff carrying out the internal audits with the opportunity of improvement.
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Initial Certification – Stage 1 (Preparatory Phase)
- Thorough documented information review.
- Exchange of information with staff through online or onsite presence.
- Identification of key performances, processes & objectives as per the standard requisites.
- Analysis of facilities, infrastructure, systems and processes in regard with the requested certification scope with a resource allocation review.
Initial Certification – Stage 2 (On-site Audit)
- Measurement, reporting & reviewing the performances against key performances objectives.
- Reviewing the suitability of the system meeting the legal, regulatory & contractual requirements.
- Operational control of processes, internal audits & management reviews while understanding the responsibilities for the policies.
- Conclusion based on prescriptive requirements, policy, performance objectives, staff skill, operations, procedures, internal audits, etc.
Surveillance & Certification Renewal
Drawing out the scrutiny on various aspects of the previously done audits on effectiveness while reviewing the various processes and control of the operations in the QMS and finally going for the recertification.