Sunday, May 9, 2021

The Benefits of ISO/IEC 27001

 TISO/IEC 27001 provides a set of principles and controls used to secure the information that an organization stores and processes. So it is primarily a system of processes, technology, documents and people that assist in managing, auditing, monitoring and improving an organization’s information security. The ISO/IEC 27001 standard is to help synchronize all security processes in one place, continually and cost-effectively.

Several benefits of implementing ISO/IEC 27001:

  • Secure information: The ISO/IEC 27001 – ISMS does not just cover digital assets, but it also includes all sorts of information that are part of your organization including all personal data - both hard copy or digital.
  • Improved security threat response: ISO/IEC 27001 is built around common risk assessments and as a result there are processes against cyberthreats and risks.
  • Increased cyberattack resilience is gaurenteed as an ISMS is centrally managed. That means, there is a reduced risk of cyberattacks because it encompasses both that the staff is trained as well as by ensuring that the software is kept up to date.
  • Compliance with laws and regulations of an ISMS by default ensures because the data being managed is not only secured but also compliant with laws and regulations.
  • Marketing advantageas the ISO/IEC 27001 standard can ensure that your potential and existing clients see you as a reliable company with a strong reputation.
  • Reduce costs: Companies that are gradually growing have to deal with scalability and the integration of various new services throughout their journey. Implementing ISO 27001 means that the tasks and responsibilities are well defined and in a well-structured manner which in turn will ensure that an organization runs in a smooth and organized way.

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