Expert’s Choice: The 8 ISMS.online Guides Everyone Downloaded in 2023
Table Of Contents:
- 1) 1. Everything You Need to Know About the ISO 27001:2022 Update
- 2) 2. The Proven Path to ISO 27001
- 3) 3. Transform Your Existing ISMS
- 4) 4. The State of Information Security Report
- 5) 5. From Complexity to Clarity: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity Compliance
- 6) 6. Information Management – From Headache to Ahead of the Pack
- 7) 7. Build vs Buy
- 8) 8. Simplifying Compliance: A Guide to Aligning PCI DSS v4 with ISO/IEC 27001
- 9) Unlocking Your Information Security Compliance Advantage
Staying on top of the latest information security and data privacy developments was more critical than ever in 2023. As threats continued advancing rapidly and regulations tightened across jurisdictions, organisations needed actionable insights to inform their security strategies.
To help security leaders and practitioners navigate the complex landscape, ISMS.online published numerous practical guides spanning must-know topics. From cybersecurity frameworks to compliance demands and risk management best practices, these resources attracted high readership for their practical and insightful content.
Out of the many guides users accessed, eight emerged as the definitive must-reads downloaded more than others. From preparing for evolving standards like ISO 27001:2022 to quantified approaches for security spending, this collection of ultimate guides has you covered. Consider it an expert-curated information security and data privacy syllabus for strategising in 2024.
Dive into the eight must-have guides here:
1. Everything You Need to Know About the ISO 27001:2022 Update
All organisations certified under ISO 27001:2013 have just over 18 months left to migrate to the 2022 version, which includes 11 new controls, a new structure and five new attributes; so with the clock ticking, we’ve broken down these and everything else you need to know about the updated standard in a comprehensive guide that breaks down everything you need to know about the updated standard. So it’s no surprise that this guide takes first place in our most downloaded list!
Discover:
🔐 The fundamental changes that will shape your information security practices.
❓The importance of the new controls and how they safeguard your business.
⬆️ Seamless transition strategies to adopt the new standard with ease.
We’ve also created a handy blog which includes:
✔️A short video outlining all the fundamental changes
✔️ A 4-page’ Summary of Changes’ guide including a roadmap to achieving compliance
✔️A quick demo opportunity to see how our platform could help you on your road to compliance
At the core of every successful business is solid information security. That’s why we’re here to help you quickly implement the necessary changes, maintain compliance, and stay ahead of potential threats.
2. The Proven Path to ISO 27001
The most helpful guide you will ever download, at number two in our most-downloaded list, is our Proven Path to ISO 27001 guide. Set yourself up for information and data privacy success in 2024; this handy guide will walk you through achieving ISO 27001 certification first time!
Achieving ISO 27001 compliance or certification helps you win new business and retain your current customers, but it can be challenging. Our simple, accessible guide explains all you need to know to achieve success the first time.
The guide walks you through the following:
✔️What is ISO 27001, and why is it important?
✔️What is an ISMS, and why do you need one?
✔️How will your ISMS achieve ISO 27001 certification?
You will also see how, with our platform, you get the following:
🔰An 81% head start straight out of the box towards your ISO 27001 policies and controls.
🔰An inbuilt guided pathway that leads you step-by-step through your implementation. No training is required.
🔰A dedicated team of experts at your fingertips who have a stake in your success.
3. Transform Your Existing ISMS
Your Information Security Management System (ISMS) should be so much more than an exercise in compliance and a barrier against costly breaches. The right ISMS has the power to strengthen your business relationships, improve operational efficiency and drive growth.
This is why taking third place in our download list is our “Transforming Your ISMS” guide, which contains all the insights and strategies you need to unleash the full potential of your ISMS while staying compliant.
Elevate your ISMS to new heights with our simplified, secure, and sustainable solution for compliance.
4. The State of Information Security Report
Achieving fourth place in our download list is the ISMS.online State of Information Security Report, which comprehensively analysed the 2023 information security landscape, highlighting key challenges and trends affecting organisations.
Independently researched, with data from over 500 C-level information security professionals across six key industry verticals, this comprehensive report highlights how effective information security and data privacy are now fundamental to ongoing business success.
The report breaks down everything you need to know, including:
✔️Attack types, frequency, and implications
✔️Regulatory compliance challenges, fines, and approaches
✔️People, budgets, and investment
Gain a competitive edge and stay ahead of potential threats with this influential report. Download the report to read more and arm yourself with the insight you need to stay ahead of the cyber risk landscape and ensure your organisation is set up for success!
5. From Complexity to Clarity: A Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity Compliance
Navigating the complex world of cybersecurity compliance just got easier. Our comprehensive guide to cybersecurity compliance is at number five in the download list.
Cybersecurity regulations can seem overwhelming, and new ones are coming thick and fast. But you don’t have to go it alone. We’ve broken down everything you need to know in our latest whitepaper.
In this definitive guide, you’ll discover:
✔️An overview of all the major compliance regulations like GDPR, CCPA, GLBA, HIPAA and more
✔️Key cybersecurity frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST CSF and SOC 2 explained
✔️How to build a robust compliance program covering governance, risk assessments, training and vendor management
✔️The technical controls you need for data security, access management, vulnerability management and more
✔️Best practices for continuous compliance monitoring, reporting and auditing
Ready to strengthen your compliance posture? Download this essential guide today for an in-depth look at the cybersecurity compliance landscape, and get started on your journey to simple, sustainable compliance.
6. Information Management – From Headache to Ahead of the Pack
Are you tired of dealing with the headaches of managing disparate data sources?
At number six in our most downloaded list, we delve into information management challenges and how implementing an ISMS or IMS can turn those headaches into a competitive advantage.
Discover how integrating all data sources into a unified system will enable your organisation to:
✔️Make data-driven, informed decisions
✔️Improve operational efficiency
✔️Reduce data breach and cyber-attack risk
✔️Remain compliant with industry regulations and standards
Get started on your journey to effortless information management by downloading our guide below.
7. Build vs Buy
To comply with or get certified to ISO 27001, you need an information security management system (ISMS). Do you build your own or buy off the shelf?
There are various ways to consider this question, which means it’s no surprise to see our “Build vs Buy” guide come in at number seven in our most-downloaded list and helpfully highlights the following:
💡The five common approaches undertaken by organisations
💡The clear pros and cons of each
💡The right fit for your business
You will also see how, with our platform, you can be 81% of the way to ISO 27001 certification from the moment you log in
8. Simplifying Compliance: A Guide to Aligning PCI DSS v4 with ISO/IEC 27001
Staying ahead in the cybersecurity game isn’t just about meeting standards—it’s about strategic innovation. Our final guide, at number 8, does just that, mapping the PCI-DSS v4 standard with the updated ISO 27001:2022 framework to provide a roadmap for financial and e-commerce organisations to achieve concurrent compliance.
The guide provides:
✔️A clear breakdown of PCI-DSS and ISO 27001: 2022
✔️A detailed walkthrough for aligning PCI-DSS v4 requirements with ISO 27001 controls – mapped in a table
✔️Strategies for cost and resource optimisation in your security protocols.
Get strategic, save resources, enhance your security and achieve compliance. Ready to upgrade your compliance strategy? Download our guide today!
Unlocking Your Information Security Compliance Advantage
As we move into 2024, the insights from these downloads will continue to resonate. The strategies and step-by-step guides aim not just to enable you to meet compliance standards but also to foster a culture of security and privacy that aligns with your organisation’s goals and values. Whether preparing for an ISO audit, implementing a new ISMS, or seeking to understand the ROI of information security investments, you can rely on our downloads and guides to find the insights you need.
