PD ISO/IEC 27001:2022 - SME Handbook - Page 2

The ISO/IEC 27001:2022 handbook is a comprehensive guide in developing and implementing an information security management system (ISMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001, in order to help protect themselves from cyber-risks.

Key benefits:

• ISO/IEC 27001 provides organizations with guidance on establishing, implementing, maintaining and continually improving an ISMS. It defines requirements for an ISMS and helps organizations secure their information assets by identifying and managing risks.
• Implementing ISO/IEC 27001 means that an organization 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 the standard.
• Using ISO/IEC 27001 demonstrates to stakeholders and customers that an organization is committed to managing information securely and safely. It is a unique way for an organization to promote itself, celebrate its achievements and prove that it can be trusted.
• SMEs account for the vast majority of businesses worldwide and often face unique challenges, such as lack of resources, the cost of developing an ISMS or a full understanding of security issues, leaving them at greater risk of cyberattacks.
• International Standards help SMEs compete on a level playing field with bigger enterprises, gaining access to global markets, reducing costs and building customer confidence that products are safe and reliable.
• Data theft, cybercrime and liability for privacy leaks are risks that all organizations need to address. Implementing ISO/IEC 27001, the world’s leading standard for ISMSs, helps SMEs reduce their vulnerability to the growing threat of cyber-attacks and respond to evolving security risks.