What is ISO 27001?
An international standard for managing information security through a systematic framework.
Why It Matters
ISO 27001 certification shows customers and partners that your organisation follows established security best practices.
Real-World Example
Implementing and certifying an information security management system to meet ISO 27001 requirements.
“Understanding terms like ISO 27001 matters because it helps you have better conversations with developers and make smarter decisions about your software. You do not need to be technical. You just need to know enough to ask the right questions.”
Related Terms
Compliance
Meeting the requirements of laws, regulations, and industry standards that apply to your business.
SOC 2
An auditing standard that evaluates how well a company protects customer data across five trust principles.
Security Audit
A systematic review of your systems, code, and processes to identify security risks and compliance gaps.
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Related Terms
Security Audit
A systematic review of your systems, code, and processes to identify security risks and compliance gaps.
Compliance
Meeting the requirements of laws, regulations, and industry standards that apply to your business.
SOC 2
An auditing standard that evaluates how well a company protects customer data across five trust principles.
Authentication
The process of verifying who someone is, usually through a username and password
Authorisation
Determining what actions or data a verified user is allowed to access
OAuth
A standard that lets you log into apps using your existing accounts from Google, Facebook, or other providers