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Vector illustration of a structured dashboard showing ISO 27001 governance templates, cloud monitoring, HR acknowledgements, vendor oversight, and evidence aggregation for startups.
Exploring the Hybrid ISO 27001 Compliance Stack (2026)
Explore how startups can organise ISO 27001 evidence using a hybrid stack of templates, tools, people, and processes in 2026. Read more...
ISO 27001 privacy and security workflow for SMEs, showing dashboards, data maps, ROPA, DSARs, supplier agreements, and Annex A controls aligned with GDPR and CCPA considerations.
ISO 27001 for GDPR and CCPA: Informational Overview for SMEs and Startups (2026 Edition)
Practical overview of ISO 27001 for SMEs and startups, showing how it may support GDPR and CCPA privacy considerations. Read more...
Illustration of ISO 27001 surveillance audit processes showing quarterly ISMS reviews, risk registers, internal audits, change logs, and management oversight for Year 2 and Year 3.
The ISO 27001 Surveillance Audit: Maintain Your ISMS in Year 2 and Beyond
Practical guidance for SMEs on ISO 27001 surveillance audits, keeping your ISMS up to date, and managing controls in Year 2 and beyond. Read more...
Vector illustration of AI operations and ISO 27001 controls for startups, showing structured logging, access controls, and secure AI processes.
AI and Information Security: Practical Controls for Startups
Practical guidance for startups on managing AI securely using ISO 27001-aligned practices for data protection and operational security. Read more...
Illustration comparing ISO/IEC 27001:2022 evidence with SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria for SMEs, showing overlapping policies, logs, audits, and risk registers.
ISO 27001 to SOC 2 Mapping: Evidence Comparison Guide for SMEs
How ISO/IEC 27001:2022 evidence is commonly compared with SOC 2 Trust Services Criteria, highlighting typical overlaps, gaps, and evidence considerations for SMEs. Read more...
Startups responding to enterprise security RFIs, showing governance, AI data privacy, access control, incident response, supply chain, and vulnerability management with ISO 27001-aligned practices.
Security Questions Startups Commonly Encounter in Enterprise RFIs (2026 Guide)
An analysis of common security questions startups face in enterprise RFIs, with ISO 27001-aligned observations to support accurate, consistent responses. Read more...
Diagram of three concentric circles showing ISO 27001 boundaries for SMEs: Outer – business/legal obligations, Middle – certified ISMS processes, Inner – product and infrastructure responsibilities.
ISO 27001 Boundaries for SMEs: What it Does and Does Not Cover
Clarify ISO 27001 boundaries for SMEs: what it certifies, what it does not, and how to manage scope, risk, and vendor responsibilities. Read more...
Illustration showing enterprise reviewers examining ISO 27001 evidence such as risk registers, access logs, and ISMS records from an SME.
How Enterprise Buyers Review ISO 27001 Evidence (SME Lens)
Learn how enterprise buyers review ISO 27001 evidence and how SMEs can organise documentation for smoother security and procurement discussions. Read more...
SME team aligning enterprise security clauses with ISO 27001 controls using a pre-emptive evidence pack for contract review.
Contractual Security Requirements SMEs May Encounter in Enterprise Agreements
Understand common enterprise security requirements and how ISO 27001 practices can help SMEs streamline contract negotiations and provide structured evidence. Read more...
SME team reviewing ISO 27001 artefacts to streamline procurement, respond to RFIs, and present structured security evidence for enterprise vendor assessments.
How ISO 27001 Is Commonly Used by SMEs in Enterprise Procurement and Vendor Security Assessments
How SMEs use ISO 27001 to streamline procurement, respond to RFIs, and provide structured security evidence to enterprise buyers. Read more...
SME team members reviewing ISO 27001 audit artifacts, including logs, training records, and management review notes, showing a practical, traceable approach to ISMS evidence collection.
Common ISO 27001 Audit Artefacts: Observations on SME Preparations
Practical guide for SMEs on ISO 27001 audit artefacts, evidence collection, and ISMS record management for traceable compliance preparation. Read more...
ISO 27001 Annex A.5 evidence collection workflow for SMEs showing the golden thread from policies to logs.
Exploring Evidence Collection: A Perspective on ISO 27001 Annex A.5 for SMEs
Practical guidance for SMEs on ISO 27001 Annex A.5 evidence collection, internal record-keeping, and operational awareness. Read more...