ISO/IEC 27001:2022 is the world’s best-known standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It defines the requirements an ISMS must meet.

The standard provides companies of any size and from all sectors of activity with guidance for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system.

Conformity with ISO/IEC 27001 means that an organization or business has put in place a system to manage risks related to the security of data owned or handled by the company and that this system respects all the best practices and principles enshrined in this International Standard.

With cybercrime on the rise and new threats constantly emerging, it can seem difficult or even impossible to manage cyber risks. ISO/IEC 27001 helps organizations become risk-aware and proactively identify and address weaknesses.

ISO/IEC 27001 promotes a holistic approach to information security: vetting people, policies, and technology. An information security management system implemented according to this standard is a tool for risk management, cyber-resilience, and operational excellence.

Implementing the information security framework specified in the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 standard helps you:

• Reduce your vulnerability to the growing threat of cyber-attacks
• Respond to evolving security risks
• Ensure that assets such as financial statements, intellectual property, employee data, and information entrusted by third parties remain undamaged, confidential, and available as needed
• Provide a centrally managed framework that secures all information in one place
• Prepare people, processes, and technology throughout your organization to face technology-based risks and other threats
• Secure information in all forms, including paper-based, cloud-based, and digital data
• Save money by increasing efficiency and reducing expenses for ineffective defense technology

ISO 45001:2018 is an international standard that specifies requirements for an occupational health and safety (OH&S) management system. It provides a framework for organizations to manage risks and improve OH&S performance.

The standard establishes criteria for an OH&S policy, objectives, planning, implementation, operation, auditing, and review. Key elements include leadership commitment, worker participation, hazard identification, and risk assessment, legal and regulatory compliance, emergency planning, incident investigation, and continual improvement.

ISO 45001 utilizes the Plan-Do-Check-Act methodology to systematically manage health and safety risks. It applies to organizations of all sizes and can be integrated with other ISO management system standards.

Implementing ISO 45001 provides significant value to organizations looking to reduce workplace incidents and demonstrate OH&S commitment. Benefits include:

• ISO 45001 provides an internationally recognized framework for managing occupational health and safety risks. It enables organizations to systematically assess hazards and implement risk control measures, leading to reduced workplace injuries, illnesses, and incidents.
• Adopting the standard shows employees and external stakeholders that the organization is committed to worker health, safety, and well-being. This boosts reputation, morale, and retention.
• The standard requires complying with OH&S regulations, ensuring legal conformity. It also promotes proactive risk management, potentially lowering insurance premiums.
• By requiring emergency preparedness and response protocols, ISO 45001 strengthens organizational resilience against safety threats and crises.
• The framework of plan, do, check act means the OH&S system can continually improve and evolve, enhancing long-term worker health and safety performance.

ISO 45001 enables organizations to protect their workers and manage OH&S risks, making it an essential standard worldwide.