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Building an Effective Statement of Applicability (SoA)
Published on
13
November
2026
TRENDING
URM's blog explores how to build an effective ISO 27001 Statement of Applicability, from documenting controls and justifications to audit readiness.
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Other Standards
Published on
17/5/2024
ISO 42001 and AI PerspectivesTRENDING
URM’s blog explores ISO 42001, its intentions and structure, and the AI perspectives that will need to be considered by organisations implementing the Standard.
Information Security
Published on
9/5/2024
Common Pitfalls Identified in Organisations Seeking ISO 27001 CertificationTRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the common pitfalls of the ISO 27001 implementation and certification process, and how you can avoid making the same mistakes.
Information Security
Published on
19/4/2024
Planning Your ISO 27001 Audit ProgrammeTRENDING
URM’s blog drills down into ISO 27001 audits, offering advice on how to effectively develop and implement an ISO 27001 conformant audit programme.
Data Protection
Published on
12/4/2024
Data Protection Considerations for Artificial Intelligence (AI)TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the data protection considerations for utilising AI technologies, and how organisations can stay GDPR compliant in their use of AI.
Information Security
Published on
11/4/2024
PCI DSS v4.0: Network Security ControlsTRENDING
URM’s blog explains the wording changes in Requirement of the PCI DSS v4.0, offering advice on how organisations can select and use the most appropriate NSCs.
Business Continuity
Published on
5/4/2024
How to Develop a Robust Business Continuity PlanTRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the key steps to take in order to develop robust and effective business continuity plans which will enable you to recover from disruption.
Cyber Security
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4/4/2024
I’ve Got my Cyber Essentials - Now What?TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the best next steps your organisation can take following Cyber Essentials certification to further enhance its security posture.
Cyber Security
Published on
28/3/2024
The Role of Penetration Testing in Preventing Ransomware AttacksTRENDING
URM’s blog discusses how to prevent and mitigate the damage done by ransomware attacks, and how penetration testing can help your organisation avoid them.
Data Protection
Published on
27/3/2024
The Data Protection and Digital Information Bill No.2TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the Data Protection and Digital Information (DPDI) Bill, how it will diverge from the current GDPR, and the impact it may have when passed.
Information Security
Published on
22/3/2024
Common Questions When Preparing to Transition to PCI DSS v4.0TRENDING
URM’s blog answers key questions about the practicalities of PCI DSS v4.0 transition assessments and how you can best prepare for a successful v4.0 transition.
Cyber Security
Published on
15/3/2024
Common Cyber Essentials Challenges and how to Overcome Them TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses common issues we see with Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification projects, and how you can avoid making the same mistakes
Data Protection
Published on
14/3/2024
URM Analyses ICO’s Enforcement Actions Since the GDPR was Introduced in 2018TRENDING
URM’s blog breaks down which Articles of the GDPR have seen the greatest number of enforcement actions by the ICO, and which have gone largely unenforced.
Information Security
Published on
13/3/2024
How to Meet the ISO 27001 Requirements Around Interested Parties TRENDING
URM’s blog provides advice and guidance on how you can meet the ISO 27001 requirements around interested parties and their needs and expectations.
Information Security
Published on
8/3/2024
Lessons Learnt from Early ISO 27001:2022 TransitionsTRENDING
URM’s blog, produced in collaboration with BSI, discusses common mistakes we have seen in early ISO 27001:2022 transitions, and how to avoid them.
Cyber Security
Published on
6/3/2024
What Do You Do After a Security Incident?TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the testing, assessments, exercises and reviews you can conduct following a cyber security incident to strengthen your security posture.
Cyber Security
Published on
5/3/2024
Complying with Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials PlusTRENDING
URM’s blog answers key technical questions about Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus, what’s in scope, CE compliant use of BYOD, and more.
Other Standards
Published on
1/3/2024
ISO and IAF add Climate Change Considerations to 31 Management Systems StandardsTRENDING
On 22 February 2024 ISO and IAF released a joint statement relating to an amendment to a total of 31 existing Annex SL management system standards.
Information Security
Published on
29/2/2024
The Timeline for Transitioning to ISO 27001:2022TRENDING
Blog, produced in collaboration with BSI, discusses the timeline for transition to ISO 27001:2022 and what you can expect from your transition assessment.
Data Protection
Published on
28/2/2024
GDPR - Back to BasicsTRENDING
URM’s blog explains the core principles which underpin the GDPR and outlines some key policies that can help organisations achieve and maintain compliance.
Cyber Security
Published on
19/2/2024
3 Top Tips When Approaching CE CertificationTRENDING
URM’s blog provides 3 useful top tips to help your organisation prepare for successful Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus certification assessment.
Information Security
Published on
14/2/2024
A Comparison of ISO 9001 and ISO 27001TRENDING
URM’s blog compares the management system clauses of ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 to identify integration opportunities.
Data Protection
Published on
12/2/2024
Deadline Approaches for Updating Contracts Containing Old EU Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses changes to the SCCs British organisations can use to legitimise restricted transfers of data under the UK GDPR
Information Security
Published on
9/2/2024
The New Threat Intelligence Requirements in ISO 27001:2022TRENDING
URM’s blog discusses the changes to the requirements around threat intelligence in ISO 27001:2022 and what certified organisations will need to do differently.
Data Protection
Published on
8/2/2024
10 Top Tips for Achieving GDPR ComplianceTRENDING
URM provide 10 actionable top tips that will allow you to take significant steps forward in your compliance journey.
Information Security
Published on
1/2/2024
What is the CIA Security Triad? Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability ExplainedTRENDING
URM’s blog explains how the principles of confidentiality, integrity and availability (CIA) can help align your information security controls with best practice
Data Protection
Published on
26/1/2024
Facial Recognition Technology and Data Protection ComplianceTRENDING
URM’s blog outlines the DP concerns around the use of facial recognition technology (FRT), and offers guidance on making sure your FRT use is GDPR compliant.
Information Security
Published on
23/1/2024
6 Must Do's When Implementing ISO 27001TRENDING
URM’s blog outlines the 6 of the key steps you can take to successfully implement an ISO 27001 conformant information security management system.
Data Protection
Published on
19/1/2024
Analysis of Fines Imposed by the Information Commissioner’s Office in 2023TRENDING
URM’s blog breaks down the fines issued by the ICO in 2023 for data protection breaches, highlighting emerging trends in their approach to enforcing compliance.
Information Security
Published on
11/1/2024
Developing an ISO 27001-Conformant Integrated Internal Control FrameworkTRENDING
URM’s blog provides detailed guidance on aligning an existing control framework with ISO 27001, allowing you to certify and capitalise on previous work.
Data Protection
Published on
14/12/2023
Information Commissioner’s ‘Today’ Interview 13/12/23TRENDING
URM discusses an interview with the Information Commissioner, John Edwards, and the background of the penalty fine imposed on the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
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