Why ISMS is essential for an organisation's survival in today's world
Sheeraz Ahmed
Head of Technology | Digital Transformation | IT Operations | Shared Services | Enterprise Architect | Consultant | Director | Speaker | Visiting Faculty
Are there drawbacks to having policies and processes in place in your business? Absolutely. They can add extra steps and slow down operations. However, when properly implemented, they can help an organization scale and grow quickly and efficiently while managing and moderating strategic, compliance, operational, and reputational risks.
An Information Security Management System (ISMS) is a centrally managed framework that aids in the organization of information security practices in one location. This system offers a methodical approach to monitoring, evaluating, and enhancing security protocols. ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is a widely accepted international specification for an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It has been updated in 2017 to include the most recent changes, making it one of the most adopted security standards worldwide.
Gaining ISO 27001 certification demonstrates to potential customers and employees that your organization is devoted to safeguarding their information by complying with industry standards. It shows that the IT systems are reliable and capable of delivering a high degree of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It sets them up with an effective Information Management System that is capable of responding quickly to data breaches and minimizing losses. Companies that have an ISO 27001 certification in place are essentially future proofing their business against constantly increasing security threats. This helps them to capitalize on growth opportunities and serve their existing customers with confidence for a long period of time.
To ensure the success of an ISO 27001 implementation, a “process approach” is essential. It is also important to have top management involvement and not just an annual review meeting for the purpose of audits. When selecting personnel to implement the ISMS, one should look for those with a background or working knowledge of CMMI or any other maturity frameworks and should have experience in a process-based organization.
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The benefits of ISO 27001 are far-reaching. It will provide an Information Management System that can help an organization plan and quickly detect any breach of security, thereby reducing the cost and damage caused by such breaches. The system will also enable organizations to capitalize on opportunities and serve their customers with confidence for a long period of time. In conclusion, ISMS is a lifeline for organizations and its successful implementation requires proper process and personnel.
Organizations should ensure that their personnel are experienced, knowledgeable and have the right skills to effectively implement the system and audit it. This will help organizations reap the long-term benefits of ISO 27001 and ensure that their data is secure.