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ISO 27001 Implementation – Ten Useful Steps
Many organisations see ISO 27001 implementation as probably difficult, slow and expensive. Sadly, some ISO Consultants are quite happy for this illusion to remain. The clock ticks, the documents get bigger, and the fees roll in, as I’ve discussed here (where I also...
Certification and The ISO Template PDF Download. A Valid Approach?
Google tells us that many organisations search for an ISO Template PDF Download. However, some “ISO Free PDF Downloads” are frequently incomplete and/or unnecessarily complex. We've seen them.Quality and Focus, Not Volume. We know from experience that a ISO...
ISO Certification as a Sales Tool. Really?
The Cult of "Sales Judo" There Is A Better Way This writer was in corporate sales for many years, and has suffered many hours of “death by PowerPoint” at the hands of highly-paid “sales training coaches”, some of which would have made excellent religious cult leaders....
How Much Does ISO 27001 Certification Cost?
"How Much Does ISO 27001 Certification Cost?" I'm asked this frequently. Here, I won't give you precise figures, but some important pointers as to why prices might vary, and what to avoid. We offer a different approach.Shock, Awe (And Envy) Occasionally, despite over...
ISO 27701 FAQ – Simple, Common-Sense Advice
Yet Another Standard? What Does This One Cover? You may just remember GDPR. (By the way, you are compliant, aren't you?). How do you prove to your customers or any other body that you are compliant? Put simply, ISO 27701 accreditation will prove this. Therefore, we...
ISO Standard Internal Audit. Some Reflections
I've yet to meet a customer who actually looks forward to an ISO standard internal Audit. Taking your blood pressure, weighing yourself. Yes, you need to do it, and yes you may not like the results. Likewise internal audits. You are about to analyse the standard you...
What is ISO 17020? Some FAQ.
What is ISO 17020? What does it really mean for your business?Inspecting the Inspectors ISO 17020 is similar to ISO 9001 in some ways. However, it is aimed at ensuring that inspection companies are genuinely independent. Furthermore, that they have processes to ensure...
What Are The Benefits of ISO 14001?
What are the benefits of ISO 14001 ? Surprisingly, there is much common-sense found in ISO Standards. Sadly, some practitioners seem to enjoy making them over-complicated (and therefore over-expensive...).Doing The Right Thing. Environmental impact, and your business...
ISO Clauses: – “The needs and expectations of interested parties”
The introduction of the common format for ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 27001 has saved much time in the whole process of creating management systems. However, one of the ISO clauses seems particularly challenging. Early in the system construction process, there is a...