ISO 27701 Compliance

ISO 27701 is a standard that specifies guidelines to implement and maintain a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS). It is an extension of ISO 27001, a well-known Information Security Management standard. ISO 27701 specifically focuses on protecting Personally Identifiable Information (PII) and helps organizations establish a framework for managing privacy risks and compliance with relevant data protection regulations. This includes best practices for managing privacy information, including data handling, consent management, data subject rights, and incident response. It also provides guidance on how to integrate privacy considerations into the organization’s overall Information Security Management System (ISMS). 

You can choose to comply with ISO 27701 without getting certified or opt for the formal certification process. Compliance with this standard helps organizations that process or handle PII to align their privacy practices with international best practices. You can affirm your compliance with the standard by undergoing an evaluation and receiving an Attestation Letter by a Data Privacy specialist.  

ISO 27701 certification is not mandatory, but organizations may seek certification to demonstrate their commitment to privacy and data protection to stakeholders, customers, and regulatory bodies. The certification process involves a third-party audit by accredited certification bodies to assess the organization’s compliance with the standard.

Connect with our Certified Data Privacy Experts to assess your controls and prove your compliance with ISO 27701by sharing your assessment profile and attestation letter. Our engagement options are ideal for organizations of all sizes with and without an experienced in-house IT team. Connect with an expert or schedule a consultation to explore the option that is best for your organization.