ISO/IEC 27701 Privacy Information Management System Certification
International Standard for Privacy and Security of Personal Data
ISO/IEC 27701 is a global privacy standard that provides transparency, accountability and auditability for how organisations manage personal data. This standard, which is an extension of the ISO 27001 standard, encourages the establishment of an effective Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) that supports organisations’ compliance with GDPR and similar legislation.
Purpose of ISO 27701 Standard
ISO 27701 aims to protect privacy in the processing of personal data by providing guidance for both data controllers and data processors. The standard enables organisations to systematically manage privacy risks both in their internal processes and throughout the supply chain.
Benefits of ISO 27701
- Minimising Privacy Risks: Ensures that risks related to personal data are identified and mitigated.
- Legal Compliance: It provides easier compliance with regulations such as GDPR.
- Stakeholder Trust: Builds trust with customers, business partners and employees.
- Process Improvement: Provides clarity and control in data management processes.
- Competitive Advantage: Provides differentiation by documenting the importance the organisation attaches to data privacy.
Integration with ISO 27001
ISO 27701 applies in addition to ISO 27001. Therefore, an integrated approach is possible for an organisation with an established ISO 27001 Information Security Management System. ISO 27701 introduces privacy-oriented additions to existing information security controls.
How does ISO/IEC 27701 help with EU GDPR
ISO/IEC 27701 outlines specific requirements and controls that establish legal and regulatory requirements, such as EU GDPR. By being compliant with ISO/IEC 27701 as a best practice framework your organisation will be able to identify the rules for the EU GDPR and implement applicable controls and reviews.
Certification Process
As CFE CERT, we offer ISO 27701 Certification service with IAS accreditation. The certification process includes the following steps:
- Pre-Audit (Optional) – The readiness level of the organisation is evaluated.
- Certification Audit – Stage 1 – Documentation, scope and application are reviewed.
- Certification Audit – Stage 2 – Implementation of the processes in the field is audited on-site.
- Reporting and Certification – ISO 27701 certificate is issued when compliance is achieved.
- Surveillance Audits – Conducted annually during the validity of the certification.
- Re-Certification – Re-evaluation is carried out at the end of 3 years.
Certification Process
Initial, Surveillance or Transfer at any stage, you can perform your audit with CFE Certification. You can access the steps of the certification process on our Certification Process Page.
Why CFECERT?
- IAS accredited certification authorisation
- ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 integrated audit
- International experience in more than 25 countries
- Sectoral expertise and high audit quality
Manage PIMS with High Competence
You can take a look at our trainings that will increase your competence to manage your organisation’s Privacy Information Management System Processes more effectively.
ISO 27701 Lead Auditor Trainings
ISO 27701 Internal Auditor Trainings
ISO 27701 Lead Implementer Trainings
Accreditation
We provide ISO/IEC 27701 Information Security Management System certification service as IAS or TURKAK accredited. You can find the scope of our relevant accreditations on our IAS Accreditation, and TURKAK Accreditation pages.
