KWP+Partners Achieves ISO 27001 Certification
KWP+Partners is now ISO 27001:2022 certified, the internationally recognised standard for information security management.
This certification shows that KWP+Partners has the right processes, controls and governance in place to manage information security risks and protect the information entrusted to us by our clients, our people and our business.
Clients expect their partners to demonstrate mature security practices and a commitment to protecting sensitive information. For many large commercial organisations, government agencies and other public sector organisations, security credentials are now a key consideration when selecting suppliers and partners. ISO 27001 certification is increasingly part of procurement and supplier assessment processes.
What is ISO 27001?
ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security management. It provides a structured framework for identifying, assessing and managing information security risks across an organisation.
Certification requires organisations to implement and maintain controls covering people, processes and technology, while also demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement.
Importantly, ISO 27001 is not simply an IT or cybersecurity initiative. It is a business-wide approach to information security that helps ensure information is protected, risks are managed appropriately and responsibilities are clearly defined.
Why It Matters
Achieving ISO 27001 certification provides confidence that KWP+Partners information security practices have been independently assessed against a globally recognised standard.
For our clients, this means greater assurance that:
- Information is managed using internationally recognised best practices.
- Security risks are actively identified and managed.
- Appropriate controls are in place to protect sensitive information.
- Information security is embedded into the way we operate.
- Supplier security assessments are quicker, with our certificate available on request.
- The certification also strengthens our ability to support clients operating in highly regulated, security-conscious and complex environments.
A Team Effort
This certification would not have been possible without the commitment of our people across the business.
We would particularly like to acknowledge Tony, Neil, and Scott from Escape IT for leading the project and guiding us through the certification process. We would also like to thank Scrut Automation, whose platform and expertise helped streamline the implementation, evidence collection and certification journey.
Looking Ahead
ISO 27001 is built around continuous improvement. While certification is an important achievement, it also marks the beginning of an ongoing commitment to maintaining and enhancing our information security practices.
As KWP+Partners continues to grow and work with increasingly sophisticated clients and projects, ISO 27001 gives us a strong foundation for managing risk, protecting information and maintaining the trust our clients place in us every day.
Want a copy of our certificate, or have a question for your security team to put to ours? Get in touch.
