ISO/IEC 27001 Certification Made Easy and Cost-Effective

Are you applying for certification for the first time, or do you want to switch certification bodies

ISO/IEC 27001 Certification Made Easy and Cost-Effective

Are you applying for certification for the first time, or do you want to switch certification bodies

ISO/IEC 27001 Certification Made Easy and Cost-Effective

Are you applying for certification for the first time, or do you want to switch certification bodies

ISO/IEC 27001 Certification Made Easy and Cost-Effective

Are you applying for certification for the first time, or do you want to switch certification bodies

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ISO/IEC 27001 Certification

Ensure the security and compliance of your data and digital systems with the ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System

ISO/IEC 27001 certification is widely recognized as proof that an organization manages and governs the protection of its information assets in a risk-based manner. A certified information security management system provides senior management with visibility into the state of the organization’s information security. This also enables the identification and prioritization of the procurements and investments necessary to achieve an adequate level of security.

ISO/IEC 27001 provides a framework for comprehensive information security management. A key feature of the standard is the clear link between information security controls and the management framework and the practical measures taken to protect information and systems. All ISO/IEC 27001-certified organizations have had to address and comply with the same best information security practices described in these management controls. A proactive information security management model—which is also required by the Cybersecurity Act in accordance with the NIS2 Directive—responds to the rapidly changing technologies and threats of the digital world.

The core of ISO/IEC 27001 lies in the management of information security risks, the results of which fill the gaps that exist within and outside of standard best practices.

When implemented correctly, the ISO/IEC 27001 management system is truly about creating a comprehensive information and cybersecurity culture that supports the operations of the entire organization.

Compliance with the standard reduces the number of incidents and minimizes their impact, which is essential for ensuring business continuity.

Benefits of ISO/IEC 27001 Certification

A certified Information Security Management System (ISMS) helps ensure that your organization's information and systems are protected in accordance with current requirements and best practices.
Helps identify and reduce information security risks while minimizing the number and impact of security incidents.
Clarifies roles and responsibilities, improves operational efficiency, and promotes a strong culture of information security throughout the organization.
Maintains and strengthens the confidence of customers and stakeholders in your organization's ability to handle information securely.

Who is ISO/IEC 27001 for?

ISO/IEC 27001 is suitable for organizations of all sizes and industries that want to systematically and effectively manage information security risks or demonstrate compliance with requirements such as the NIS2 Directive. The standard is scalable to the size and complexity of the organization, and certification provides strong evidence of your commitment to protecting information—both within your organization and to customers, partners, and other stakeholders.

Industrial Manufacturing

Helps protect critical information related to manufacturing, industrial automation, and product development while reducing the risk of information security incidents across the entire value chain.

Real Estate and Construction

Enhances the security of projects and information systems while protecting contract, design, and user data throughout their entire lifecycle.

Logistics and Warehousing

Ensures the integrity and availability of information related to supply chains, transportation, and information systems, helping to maintain secure and uninterrupted operations.

Retail and Service Sector

Protects customer, order, and payment data, strengthens trust, and supports business continuity.

Public Sector

Helps ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information while supporting compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements for ISO/IEC 27001 Certification

Implementing and certifying an Information Security Management System (ISMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001 requires a strategic decision and commitment from top management to establish, maintain, and continually improve the system.

To prepare your organization for the ISO/IEC 27001 certification process:

Identify your organization's key internal and external information systems, as well as the external information security requirements that apply to your business.
Define the scope of your organization's Information Security Management System (ISMS).
Establish an information security policy or integrate information security management into your existing security or organizational policy.
Establish processes for assessing and treating information security risks, or verify that your existing risk assessment and risk treatment processes meet the requirements of the standard.
Carry out information security risk assessments and risk treatment activities in accordance with your defined processes, using the controls in Annex A of the standard to support risk treatment.
Document the other processes required for your Information Security Management System (ISMS).
Plan and conduct internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of your Information Security Management System (ISMS).
Conduct a management review of your Information Security Management System (ISMS).
Compare certification bodies and submit a certification application to your chosen certification body.

About the ISO/IEC 27001 Certification Process and the ISO/IEC 27001 Standard

Information security has traditionally been viewed as a technical discipline focused on IT systems and digital technologies. However, as digitalization continues to accelerate and critical business operations and public services become increasingly dependent on digital environments, technical safeguards alone are no longer sufficient. ISO/IEC 27001 is the world's leading international standard for proactively managing information security and ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information through a comprehensive management system.

At the core of the standard is the identification of an organization's information assets and the environments in which they exist, including IT systems, networks, physical records, facilities, and other supporting assets. The standard requires organizations to establish two key processes: information security risk assessment and information security risk treatment. These processes form the foundation of an Information Security Management System (ISMS), supported by a management framework that includes:

Top management commitment
Information security policies and objectives
Defined roles and responsibilities
Resource planning and allocation
Competence, awareness, and training
Performance measurement and analysis
Internal audits
Management reviews
Continual improvement and learning from nonconformities

A distinctive feature of ISO/IEC 27001 is Annex A, which contains 93 information security controls. Organizations select and implement the controls that are appropriate for managing their identified information security risks. The standard requires every control to be reviewed, its applicability to be determined, and the implementation of applicable controls to be justified as part of the Information Security Management System.

During DEKRA's ISO/IEC 27001 audits, our experts work closely with you to carefully plan the audit scope and focus areas. Thanks to our broad auditing expertise and extensive industry experience, we provide valuable insights that go beyond assessing compliance with the standard. While our primary responsibility is to verify that the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 are met, we also aim to help our customers strengthen their information security management and achieve a level of performance that exceeds the standard's minimum requirements.

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Our experts have extensive experience auditing organizations across a wide range of industries.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the ISO 27001 Standard

ISO/IEC 27001 certification is awarded to a company whose information security management system meets the requirements of the ISO/IEC 27001 standard.

Compliance is verified by an impartial third party (certification body) based on a comprehensive audit of personnel interviews, company documentation, and safety arrangements. Once the requirements are met, the company is awarded a certificate valid for three years.

To begin the certification process, contact a certification body, such as DEKRA Industrial Oy. The certification body’s experts will guide your company through the process, which includes, among other things, planning and conducting operational audits.

If your information security management system is found to comply with the ISO/IEC 27001 standard, you will be awarded a certificate at the conclusion of the certification process. The certificate will then remain valid subject to annual audits conducted by the certification body.

The costs of certification consist of two separate components: 1) the work involved in developing the information security management system, and 2) the audit work performed by the certification body.

Development work is often carried out internally within a company, and no direct financial cost is assigned to it. However, the workload can be significant and may also require assistance from external experts. It is advisable to allocate human resources to development work for several months, as it typically takes several weeks to complete.

The audit work performed by the certification body is scaled based on internationally agreed-upon criteria. A key factor affecting pricing is the number of employees at the company. The cost of the certification body’s work is typically a few thousand euros. In large companies with hundreds or thousands of employees, the cost of the work can reach a maximum of a few tens of thousands of euros.

The amount of work required and the timeline depend on the size of the company and its current level of information security management. In a company with fewer than 100 employees, the development and certification of a management system can typically be completed in 9–12 months.