Although many computing activities are now handled in the cloud by a service provider, the Physical Security of information is still an important part of ISO 27001, the international standard for information security. The Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of data…
At Assent Risk Management one of our main activities is undertaking projects for clients to help them achieve ISO Certification, manage risk or improve some other area of their business. Projects can easily suffer from scope-drift or other delays if…
From time to time ISO, the International Organisation for Standardisation, update or develop new standards which can help our clients. At Assent Risk Management we want to be at the forefront of international standards, applying industry best practices and that…
Our ISO Auditors will use a variety of audit techniques to obtain the required objective evidence and achieve the objectives of each internal audit session. This blog explains those audit techniques in a little more detail, so you know what…
Many organisations adopt ISO Standards because they are recognised and trusted across the world. Standards help organisations trade & collaborate using a common set of rules; and ISO Certification is a way of demonstrating that your organisation meets those requirements.…
The final part, and perhaps the most nerve wracking part, of your ISO Certification Journey – External Audits can cause anxiety and tension in the workplace. What is an External Audit? An external audit is the final stage before you…
The number of organisations achieving certification for ISO 27001, the international standard for information security has increased dramatically over recent years. But what does it mean, why would you want it and how do you get it? This blog…
Welcome to our “Day in the Life of an ISO Consultant” series. We’ll be exploring our work from a consultant’s perspective to give you an idea of what life working with ISO Standards is like! Today’s Job: Internal Audits…
Thinking about the cost of ISO Certification can often put people off. It sounds expensive, but there are many factors that influence the price of the overall project. This blog covers everything you need to know, from choosing the right…
