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ISO 27001:
Information Management System

Are you worried about whether your cyber security standards are up to scratch? Do you want to ensure the confidentiality of you and your client’s information remains just that? With data being one of any business’s most valuable assets, you must keep your data secure with an information security management system.

For businesses that want to put trust at the centre of their organisational model, IMSM can talk you through how ISO/IEC 27001 improves and validates your cyber security standards, making your operations safe, secure, and compliant.

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What is ISO 27001?

ISO/IEC 27001 is the ultimate benchmark for businesses to establish, implement, operate, monitor, review, maintain, and continually improve an information security management system.

ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognised standard for information security management. By helping you establish watertight data security throughout all aspects of your business, you can demonstrate best practices in information security, including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

As with many other ISO management standards, ISO/IEC 27001 is suitable for businesses of all sizes. Any business – no matter how big or small – that holds data on customers, staff and suppliers could be targeted for fraud, theft, misuse, or abuse. No matter the complexity of your operations, ISO/IEC 27001 will help you put cyber security into an actionable context for your organisation. Cloud security is also covered by this standard. Information stored in the cloud is still held in a physical location, so if you can access it, so can cybercriminals.

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The Benefits of ISO 27001

1. Improved Information Security
Establishing a comprehensive information security system is the crux of what ISO/IEC 27001 does. As you bring your business up to speed with many legal and regulatory requirements for information security, you’ll better understand security landscapes and digital defence mechanisms.
4. Continuous improvement
A benefit of any ISO is the focus on continually bettering the way you work. This is particularly useful for ISO/IEC 27001 due to the ever-changing nature of cybersecurity. By gaining this certification, you can be reassured that you have the capabilities and resources to tackle any incoming legal or technological updates and obligations.
2. Advanced Strategies
Risks & security breaches can be mitigated by mapping out achievable goals and objectives to define information security responsibilities for leadership teams and staff. ISO/IEC 27001 certification will involve creating documents that can be used as a guide for referrals and updates as long as your standard is valid.
5. Establishes trust
ISO/IEC 27001 is an international badge of quality and will automatically establish confidence in your clients and customers that your data security practices are world-class and externally assured. It will help you win new business by keeping you ahead of other organisations that are not certified, opening you up to new industries and contracts.
3. Seamless Integration
Most businesses become ISO 9001 certified first as this establishes quality management systems that can be developed to incorporate data security – a key component of quality management. As ISO/IEC 27001 was designed with a standardised Annex SL structure, this means it fits effortlessly into other ISOs and has many overlapping clauses. This ease of use eliminates the need for multiple unnecessary checks, updates, and audits across management systems, as everything fits together nicely.

Steps to getting

ISO 27001 certified

Working towards ISO/IEC 27001 certification with IMSM is a trouble-free, step-by-step approach.

1. Initial consultation

We help you outline your goals, focusing on what your business wants to achieve and how it defines success, particularly in relation to your client’s requirements. You and your ISO consultants will agree on reasonable outcomes and delivery dates.

2. System Documentation

Our client portal IMSMLoop offers a comprehensive insight into the progress of your ISO implementation, along with copies of the relevant audit reports, certifications, and any necessary corrective actions. The portal serves as a central hub for tracking your ISO journey.

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Ensuring the framework is embedded throughout your organisation, we can also develop and deliver tailored training for staff to ensure that the understanding and implementation of ISO/IEC 27001 is watertight. Creating consistency across your organisation.

4. Submission to External Auditor

Your organisation applies to the third-party certifying body that you have selected to conduct your audit. This audit objectively determines whether your business conforms to ISO/IEC 27001, and the relevant accompanying documentation is accessible through our client portal, IMSMLoop.

Our Benefits

Why choose IMSM?

Simple: We make it simple. Since 1994, we've helped businesses achieve ISO certification, with over 150 experts worldwide and 15,000+ clients trusting us to implement their ISOs. We've proven to be experts at handling the logistical heavy lifting, saving your company valuable time.

With a transparent fixed fee, flexible approach, and real-time access to updates, documentation, and an array of other features through IMSMLoop, we collaborate with your organisation to make any ISO implementation as straightforward and beneficial as possible.

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More information on the Road to ISO/IEC Certification

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How can ISO Specialists help your business?

Getting started with ISO certification might seem daunting; this is often the reason why businesses enlist the help of an ISO consultant. For 30 years, we've supported and guided organisations like yours through certification. Our experienced consultants take the lead on auditing your business, helping you use the results to enhance your quality management system. If necessary, there is also plenty of room for training.

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ISO 27001: Frequently Asked Questions

How many clauses are there in ISO/IEC 27001?
There are two parts of the ISO/IEC 27001. The first main part is made up of 10 clauses, numbered 1 to 10. The first three introduce ISO/IEC 27001, whereas clauses 4 to 10 outline the mandatory requirements for certification. The second part, called Annex A, contains the 93 control objectives and controls associated with the implementation of the standard.
What is the difference between ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27002?
The ISO/IEC 27000 family of standards relate to information and cyber security. ISO/IEC 27001 is a management standard you can certify to, whereas ISO/IEC 27002 is a supplementary standard which addresses specific and detailed information related to the control objectives and controls listed in Annex A of ISO/IEC 27001. You can find out more about how they work together on our blog.
Is ISO/IEC 27001 a framework?
Yes, ISO/IEC 27001 is a framework that helps businesses to establish, implement, operate, monitor, review, maintain, and continually improve an ISMS.
How long is ISO/IEC 27001 valid once certified?
Most certifications are valid for three years, but it is worth checking if yours has an annual expiration date. Regardless of how long your ISO/IEC 27001 certification is valid, your organisation will need to demonstrate continuous improvement.
How can I prepare for the ISO/IEC 27001 audit?
A business will pass an ISO audit by being properly prepared. Your IMSM ISO specialist will help you with this preparation, but it is important that your organisation is open to change. Are you analysing the results of internal audits? Are you regularly implementing corrective actions? Do you have a clear set of objectives and targets? Getting the entire team onboard each step of the way will help you prepare and pass.
Is ISO/IEC 27001 GDPR compliant?
GDPR requires companies to examine their existing data security practices and provide recommendations, such as ISO/IEC 27001, to keep their operations up to standards. Failing to comply with GDPR could have huge ramifications, but developing an ISMS with the ISO/IEC 27001 framework is a cost-effective way to stay compliant.
How many ISO/IEC controls are there?
Annex A is the second part of the ISO/IEC 27001 standard, and it provides a guideline for 93 controls.
How does ISO/IEC 27001 work?
As our world increasingly relies on technology, your ISO/IEC 27001 certification will demonstrate a proven ability to implement systems and processes that protect against data misuse and security breaches. At the core of your organisation, you will establish best practices for the workplace by documenting your daily operating procedures and working in accordance with these standards.
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