Achieving and maintaining ISO 27001 accreditation requires meticulous effort, especially with this year’s transition to the more stringent ISO 27001:2022 standard. Our IT team leading the audit, Mel Rose and Ilhaq Isaq, have worked diligently behind the scenes to successfully complete the audit, while ensuring seamless handling of day-to-day IT queries and tasks with team member Adam Dziacko.
Over the past 18 months, CPS has strategically enhanced global processes, providing a solid foundation that led to achieving “zero” non-conformances – a remarkable accomplishment.
While this outcome is fantastic, the new standards demand a more robust framework in key areas. The IT team will seek assistance from other departments to take ownership of these areas, aiming for a stress-free audit in 2026. Continuous improvement opportunities will be discussed throughout 2025.
Reflecting on ISO 27001
Next-Level Data Security: ISO 27001:2022 helps CPS identify and manage increasing security risks, such as data breaches and cyber-attacks, ensuring data confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Compliance and Legal Requirements: Demonstrates CPS’s compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, reducing the risk of fines and legal issues.
Improved Business Reputation: Signals to clients, partners, and stakeholders that CPS is committed to data protection, enhancing trust and credibility.
Operational Efficiency: Streamlines processes, reduces inefficiencies, and improves overall operational performance.
Risk Management: Provides a robust framework for identifying, assessing, and managing information security risks, leading to better decision-making and risk mitigation.
In less regulated sectors, ISO 27001 can offer a competitive advantage. In our highly regulated sector, ISO 27001 accreditation is a prerequisite – it is fundamental. This strategic investment is vital, and we are proud to be on this journey together.
