Winter Reads: Our 6 Favourite ISMS.online Guides of 2024
Table Of Contents:
- 1) Getting Started with NIS 2
- 2) AI Management Made Easy: The No-Stress Guide to ISO 42001
- 3) The Proven Path to ISO 27001
- 4) The State of Information Security Report 2024
- 5) From Complexity to Clarity: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity Compliance
- 6) Everything You Need to Know About the ISO 27001:2022 Update
- 7) Unearth Your Information Security Compliance Advantage
In 2024, we saw a wave of new and updated information security regulatory and legal requirements. Regulations like the EU Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act, the updated Network and Information Security (NIS 2) Directive, and the upcoming Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) present organisations with brand-new compliance challenges.
Additionally, AI technology continues to evolve, and new information security threats and opportunities are emerging at pace. In the current landscape, it’s vital for business leaders to stay ahead of the curve.
To help you stay up to date on information security regulatory developments and make informed compliance decisions, ISMS.online publishes practical guides on high-profile topics, from regulatory updates to in-depth analyses of the global cybersecurity landscape. This festive season, we’ve put together our top six favourite guides – the definitive must-reads for business owners seeking to secure their organisations and align with regulatory requirements.
Getting Started with NIS 2
Organisations that fall under the scope of NIS 2 are now legally required to comply with the directive, which came into effect in October.
Our guide covers everything you need to know about the directive designed to strengthen the digital infrastructure across the EU, including NIS 2 core requirements, the business types that must comply, and, of course, how to comply with the regulation.
You’ll discover:
- A detailed list of the NIS 2 enhanced obligations so you can determine the key areas of your business to review
- Seven core steps to manage your cybersecurity and align with the requirements of the directive
- Guidance on how to achieve NIS 2 compliance using ISO 27001 certification.
Ensure your business complies with the NIS 2 directive and secure your vital systems and data – download the guide.
AI Management Made Easy: The No-Stress Guide to ISO 42001
The groundbreaking ISO 42001 standard was released in 2023; it provides a framework for how organisations build, maintain and continuously improve an artificial intelligence management system (AIMS).
Many businesses are keen to realise the benefits of ISO 42001 compliance and prove to customers, prospects and regulators that their AI systems are responsibly and ethically managed. Our popular ISO 42001 guide provides a deep dive into the standard, helping readers learn who ISO 42001 applies to, how to build and maintain an AIMS, and how to achieve certification to the standard.
You’ll discover:
- Key insights into the structure of the ISO 42001 standard, including clauses, core controls and sector-specific contextualisation
- The principles behind the ISO 42001 standard and how they can be applied to your business
- The ten building blocks for an effective, ISO 42001-compliant AIMS
Download our guide to gain vital insights to help you achieve compliance with the ISO 42001 standard and learn how to proactively address AI-specific risks to your business.
The Proven Path to ISO 27001
Ready to set your business up for ISO 27001 success? Our handy “Proven Path to ISO 27001” guide walks you through everything from how to embed ISO 27001 in your organisation and build an information security management system (ISMS), right through to achieving ISO 27001 certification first time!
Achieving ISO 27001 certification offers a real competitive advantage for your business, but the process can be daunting. Our simple, accessible guide will help you discover all you need to know to achieve success.
The guide walks you through:
- What ISO 27001 is, and how compliance can support your overall business objectives
- What an ISMS is, and why your organisation needs one
- How to build and maintain an ISO 27001-certified ISMS
You also learn how the ISMS.online platform provides:
- An 81% head start on your ISO 27001 policies and controls
- A step-by-step guided pathway through your implementation – no training required
- A dedicated team of experts to support you on your way to ISO 27001 success.
The State of Information Security Report 2024
Our ISMS.online State of Information Security Report provided a range of insights into the world of information security this year, with responses from over 1,500 C-professionals across the globe. We looked at global trends, key challenges and how information security professionals strengthened their organisational defences against growing cyber threats.
Independently researched by Censuswide and featuring data from professionals in ten key industry verticals and three geographies, this year’s report highlights how robust information security and data privacy practices are not just a nice to have – they’re crucial to business success.
The report breaks down everything you need to know, including:
- The key cyber-attack types impacting organisations globally
- The top challenges identified by information security professionals and how they’re addressing them
- Trends across people, budgets, investment and regulations.
Download the report to read more and gain the insight you need to stay ahead of the cyber risk landscape and ensure your organisation is set up for success!
Discover our State of Information Security Australia Snapshot and State of Information Security USA Snapshot for location-specific insights.
From Complexity to Clarity: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity Compliance
Navigating the world of cybersecurity regulations can seem like a daunting task, with organisations required to comply with an increasingly complex web of regulations and legal requirements. In the guide, we break down everything you need to know about major compliance regulations and how to strengthen your compliance posture.
You’ll discover:
- An overview of key regulations like GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA and more
- A guide to build an effective compliance programme using the four foundations of governance, risk assessment, training and vendor management
- Best practices for continuous compliance monitoring, reporting and auditing.
Ready to elevate your compliance? Download our guide today.
Everything You Need to Know About the ISO 27001:2022 Update
As 2024 draws to a close, businesses certified to the 2013 version of ISO 27001 have just under a year left to migrate to the new 2022 version of the standard. The 2022 iteration features a new structure, 11 new controls and five new attributes. Ready to update your ISMS and get certified against ISO 27001:2022? We’ve broken down the updated standard into a comprehensive guide so you can ensure you’re addressing the latest requirements across your organisation.
Discover:
- The core updates to the standard that will impact your approach to information security.
- The 11 new controls and how they help you safeguard your data.
- Seamless transition strategies to adopt the new standard quickly and easily.
We’ve also created a helpful blog which includes:
- A video outlining all the ISO 27001:2022 updates
- A brief ’Summary of Changes’ guide including a roadmap to achieving compliance
- A demo opportunity to visualise how using ISMS.online could aid your compliance journey.
Implementing information security best practices is crucial for any business. We’re here to help you easily action the necessary ISO 27001:2022 changes, maintain compliance, and stay ahead of potential cyber threats.
Unearth Your Information Security Compliance Advantage
Whether you’re new to the world of information security or a seasoned infosec professional, our guides provide insight to help your organisation meet compliance requirements, align with stakeholder needs and support a company-wide culture of security awareness.
