ISO/IEC 27701 Certification

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ISO/IEC 27701 has officially become astandalone standard,released on14 October 2025by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). This marks thesecond editionof thePrivacy Information Management System (PIMS) standard,replacing the 2019 version to align with the latest global privacy and data protection practices. The revision broadens its applicability, making it more accessible to organisations of all sizes, includingSMEs, startups, and entities in regulated sectorssuch ase-commerce, healthcare, and fintech.

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Understanding ISO/IEC 27701

ISO/IEC 27701 is an international standard that defines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS).

It provides comprehensive guidance to help organizations effectively put these requirements into practice, ensuring strong privacy management and compliance with global data protection regulations.

This standard is specifically designed for personally identifiable information (PII) controllers and processors, who are responsible and accountable for handling and protecting PII throughout its lifecycle.
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Benefits of ISO/IEC 27701

It highlights the evolution of privacy management, emphasising standalone certification, mandatory governance clauses, and strengthened risk processes, while ensuring seamless alignment with other ISO standards.

Data Privacy Controls

Supports consistent protection of personal information across organisational operations.

Compliance Readiness

Aligns with international privacy regulations and global data protection requirements.

Trust and Transparency

Builds confidence among clients, partners, and regulators.

Integration with ISO 27001

Works seamlessly alongside existing information security management systems.

Accountability Framework

Promotes measurable and responsible privacy management practices.
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How to Get Certified

Implementing ISO/IEC 27701 can be challenging, especially if you're adapted to different standards. Risk Associates simplifies this process, our experts ensure that your organisation's data management aligns with the GDPR and HIPAA regulations, among others.
Plan
Define your information security objectives and strategy.
Do
Implement security controls and policies.
Check
Regularly monitor and audit security measures.
Act
Continuously improve security based on feedback and changing risks.
The Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle is instrumental in ISO 27701 implementation, emphasizing planning, execution, monitoring, and continuous.
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Requirements of ISO/IEC 27001

To achieve compliance with ISO/IEC 27001, your organisation must:
Covers governance, leadership, planning, operations, and continual improvement.
Identify, assess, and mitigate privacy risks in line with information security practices.
Ensure organisational policies and processes comply with privacy and regulatory requirements.
Monitor, measure, and improve the privacy management system to maintain compliance and effectiveness.
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A Seamless Process with RA

At Risk Associates, we understand that protecting personal information is not just a compliance checkbox it's a commitment to trust and responsibility.

We begin with a detailed discussion about your organisation, your management system, and your ISO/IEC 27701 certification objectives. Based on this conversation, we provide a tailored offer aligned with your unique needs.

For larger certification projects, we offer a planning meeting to develop a customised audit program. This step helps identify areas of improvement and strengths in your management system.

Our expert auditor conducts a system analysis (Stage 1) and assesses the effectiveness of your management processes on-site (Stage 2). You receive a comprehensive report with insights for improvement.

Upon successful completion of the certification audit, an evaluation of your management system takes place. If your organisation meets all the standard requirements, you'll be granted the prestigious ISO/IEC 27701 certificate, a testament to your commitment to information security.

We conduct surveillance audits to ensure your organisation continues to meet ISO/IEC 27701 requirements, providing ongoing support for continuous improvement.

ISO/IEC 27701 certification is valid for a maximum of three years. When it's time for recertification, we initiate the process to ensure ongoing compliance with standard requirements.
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What You Can Expect from Risk Associates?

Decades of Expertise

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With over 30+ years of experience in certifying management systems, we bring unmatched expertise to your ISO 27001 journey.

Global network

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Our industry-experienced auditors hail from the worldwide RA network, ensuring a deep understanding of global compliance requirements.

Personalised Support

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Expect personalised, smooth support from our specialists, whether regionally, nationally, or internationally.

International Acceptance

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Our certificates are recognised internationally, showcasing your commitment to personal information management on a global stage.

Insightful Guidance

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We offer valuable insights into data protection within your company, helping you make informed decisions.

Flexible Bond

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We provide individual offers with flexible contract terms, ensuring transparency without hidden costs.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Any organisation that collects, processes, stores, or controls personally identifiable information (PII) should consider implementing ISO/IEC 27701. This includes public, private, and not-for-profit entities across all industries that handle personal data.

The purpose of ISO/IEC 27701 is to enhance data privacy management by extending ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security Management) to include privacy-specific controls. It helps organisations demonstrate accountability and compliance with global privacy regulations such as GDPR and other data protection laws.

No. ISO/IEC 27701 does not replace ISO/IEC 27001 it extends it. While ISO/IEC 27001 focuses on information security, ISO/IEC 27701 adds privacy management controls to handle personal data. Organisations usually build upon their ISO/IEC 27001 framework when pursuing 27701 certification.

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