Keeping IT networks and data secure is critical to business. The need for more cost-effective storage and software solutions together with mobile access has led to a rise in the adoption of cloud computing – and this presents a number of new security risks to data centres and information assets. These can all be protected with the right level of cyber security, or ISO/IEC 27001, the most widely adopted international information security management standard. 

Cloud computing provides a way to use software and data resources on demand via an online network – known as a cloud application. Service providers manage the infrastructure and platforms that operate these resources, which are stored remotely and can be accessed by any number of users from their desktop. This can help achieve economies of scale and cut the cost of investing in a company specific IT infrastructure. Cloud computing also allows you to access the software, data and applications that you need on demand from any location – giving you and your staff greater flexibility in the way that you work.

Cyber security is critical to your business continuity planning and information security management system. It brings together technologies, processes and practices designed to protect networks, computers and data from attack, damage or unauthorized access. Currently, the most effective solution to preventing cyber security attacks is the adoption of the information security management system standard, ISO/IEC 27001. It also reinforces your business continuity and data resilience management. Plus, certifying to the standard demonstrates to customers and stakeholders that you take cyber security seriously. And for cloud service providers, third party audits to ISO/IEC 27001 also demonstrate that you have the correct security controls in place. 

• Improve business continuity planning and information security
• Protect networks, computers and data from unauthorized access
• Reinforce company resilience in the event of disruption
• Demonstrate this resilience to customers and stakeholders 
• Improve company credentials with the correct security controls in place

Cloud computing is accessible to all organizations of all sizes. And this makes it possible for smaller businesses to see the same benefits of scalability as larger companies. But this brings equal risks, whatever the size of your business. This is why ISO/IEC 27001, is an essential business tool. We can work with smaller organizations to overcome time and financial barriers by providing customized packages tailored to your business – helping you to protect your data, your people and your business. 

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