ISO 27001

ISO 27001: The Global Standard for Information Security ISO 27001 is an international standard that outlines how to build and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS). It helps companies protect data, reduce risks, and demonstrate trust to customers, partners, and regulators. For SaaS businesses, startups, and enterprises alike, ISO 27001 certification is a clear signal that you take information security seriously — and follow a structured, auditable approach to protect it. ...

March 6, 2025 · 3 min · 540 words · The Compliance Mastery

ISO 27001 Readiness Checklist

ISO 27001 Readiness Checklist ISO 27001 is one of the most widely adopted information security standards in the world. If your company is preparing for certification, this checklist will help you understand the essential steps involved — from defining your security policies to preparing for the audit itself. Whether you’re a fast-moving startup or scaling SaaS business, this guide simplifies what to expect and how to prepare. 1. Define the Scope of Your ISMS Identify the parts of your business to include (e.g. product, infrastructure, customer data) Document the boundaries and interfaces of your ISMS Consider locations, teams, tools, and third-party dependencies 2. Conduct a Risk Assessment Identify potential security risks to your information assets Evaluate their likelihood and potential impact Define a risk treatment plan to mitigate or accept risks Maintain a risk register and update it regularly 3. Develop Required Documentation Information Security Policy Risk Assessment Methodology Statement of Applicability (SoA) Asset Management Policy Access Control Policy Incident Response Plan Business Continuity Plan Note: Documentation must align with the ISO 27001 control set (Annex A). ...

March 6, 2025 · 3 min · 472 words · The Compliance Mastery