For many businesses having a digital element is becoming more and more essential to how they operate and as technology evolves, so do the risks to sensitive information. Go one step beyond simple GDPR with the ISO 27001 and protect yourself and the data you hold against online threats and potential risks such as data breaches.

Check out our expert top five benefits of implementing the ISO 27001:

1. Improve the culture of security within your business

ISO 27001 brings everything together into one comprehensive management system. It helps a company to ensure that all employees carry out safe working practices and this becomes part of their daily routine.

2. Meet legal obligations

ISO 27001 will help your company meet your obligations against GDPR and surpass them to give you the reassurance that you’ve got everything covered.

3. Manage exposure to risk

Accidents and malicious data breaches cannot be fully eradicated and “hackers” are constantly finding new ways to obtain your companies data but implementing ISO 27001 is the most effective way to protect, further strengthen and reducing the risks to your systems.

4. Increase customer satisfaction

We are all aware of the possible consequences of sharing our data. ISO 27001 certification shows your customers that you take security of every kind at the highest importance and are an organisation that can be trusted.

5. Grow your business

One of the most common questions you come across when bit writing/quoting for new business is “What level management systems you have in place.” ISO 27001 shows potential customers your level of commitment to data security. It can help your company stand out within your business sector and enhance your possibilities for growth.