Data Flow Mapping Tool – Instructional Video

3 data flow mapping challenges to comply with the GDPR

As part of your GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) compliance project, your organisation must understand what personal data it processes. To help you do this, you must create a data flow map. A data flow map shows how your organisation’s data and information moves from one location to another – for example, from ... Read More
3 myths about ISO 27001 certification

3 myths about ISO 27001 certification

ISO 27001 is the international standard for an ISMS (information security management system), a best-practice approach to security that helps organisations achieve all of their data privacy compliance objectives. If you are currently weighing up your options for ISO 27001 certification, you might be interested in three of the most ... Read More
Data Flow Mapping Tool – Instructional Video

5 steps to create a data flow map

As part of your GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) compliance project, you must be able to understand what personal data you process. Specifically, Article 30 states that you must “maintain a record of processing activities under responsibility”. To achieve this, organisations must create a data flow map. This shows the flow ... Read More

How long does an ISO 27001 risk assessment take?

Risk assessments are at the heart of ISO 27001, but they often have a reputation for being time-consuming and difficult. But how long should the risk assessment process take? The answer depends on which tool you use. Risk assessment tools Some organisations go for a no- or low-cost approach, using ... Read More
ISO 27001 risk assessments: The problem with using spreadsheets

ISO 27001 risk assessments: The problem with using spreadsheets

An ISO 27001 risk assessment is at the core of your organisation’s information security management system (ISMS). Those new to tackling this complex step may rely on using a manual, inexpensive solution such as spreadsheets, but there are many disadvantages to doing so. Why using spreadsheets for your risk assessment ... Read More