ISMS-Inspection

Diverse motives: Why an ISMS inspection is essential

An information security management system (ISMS) is like a PC that has been used for many years: over the years, processes and procedures become established that can limit the system's function. It is possible that you have decided to no longer certify a certain standard and have not completely removed it from your integrated management system. You may also want to better link different management systems, such as ISO 9001 and ISO 27001, or suspect that complicated or unnecessary processes have been introduced under the pretence of a standard requirement.

An ISMS inspection offers the opportunity to not only check compliance with standards, but also to determine if there are any redundant regulations that may be holding your organisation back. Unlike surveillance and re-certification audits, which tend to be conducted on a random basis, an inspection provides a comprehensive assessment of your ISMS to ensure that it is working effectively and efficiently and supporting your organisation in the best possible way.

Steps to security: an overview of the ISMS inspection process

At the beginning of the ISMS inspection, we carry out a comprehensive gap analysis to obtain a clear picture of the current status of your information security management system. We clarify important questions such as:

What does the standard require?
How was the requirement implemented?
Are there overlaps with other existing management systems?
What problems arise during implementation or due to overlap?
When and how often do required processes take place?

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After the gap analysis, we turn to the audit reports from the internal audit and the minutes of the ISMS meetings. These documents provide us with information on the effectiveness of previous processes and enable us to identify potential areas for improvement.

Based on our findings, we then formulate specific recommendations to optimise the ISMS and its processes. Our aim is to provide you with specific recommendations for action that will contribute to more efficient and effective information security in your organisation. In this way, we ensure that your ISMS is not only compliant with standards, but also represents real added value for your company.

Decisive advantages: Why abat should be your partner for your ISMS

Information security is a decisive factor for the success and integrity of a company. To ensure that your company is optimally equipped for certification and audit processes, we offer you high-quality consulting services in the field of information security. Our consultants are not only licensed by DEKRA Certification GmbH as ISO 27001 auditors, but also have years of experience and regular training to ensure they are always up to date with the latest standards.

Our aim is not only to make you aware of potential dangers in IT, but also to optimally prepare you for upcoming audits. With our specialist knowledge and expertise, we are at your side to promote and strengthen information security in your company. Rely on our expertise and experience to effectively organise your ISMS and protect your company.

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Saskia

ISMS Consultant
Bremen

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