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SO 27001 Checklist: <\/span><\/b>The Key to Compliance\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h1>

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Before you dive into risk assessments and implementing controls, it\u2019s essential to spend some time engaged in ISO 27001 planning. With the help of Compleye\u2019s free ISO 27001 checklist, and the tips and tricks in this article, you\u2019ll be more than prepared to put your compliance plan into action.\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Introduction\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>

Planning is an essential aspect of any project. After all, there\u2019s a reason \u2018Be Prepared\u2019 is the scout\u2019s motto. How about the saying \u2018fail to prepare, prepare to fail\u2019? Or, President Eisenhower\u2019s quote \u2018Plans are nothing; planning is everything\u2019.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

These sayings are famed because they ring true. Whatever you\u2019re doing, without a solid plan, you\u2019re forced to improvise. When it comes to ISO 27001 compliance, the one thing you definitely shouldn\u2019t be doing is improvising.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

With<\/span> Compleye\u2019s dedicated (and completely free) ISO 27001 checklist<\/span><\/a>, you can build a plan for your compliant future and achieve your certification on the first try.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

In this article, we\u2019ll break down the essential stages of ISO 27001 planning, learning how to build a strong foundation for compliance and continual improvement even before you bust out our trusty checklist<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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ISO 27001 Requirements\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>

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If you\u2019ve decided to go for ISO 27001 certification, it\u2019s likely you already have a good idea of the benefits it\u2019ll bring to your organisation. However, you may not yet know what complete compliance entails.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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So, before you do anything else, take a moment to familiarise yourself with the framework and its requirements. ISO 27001 compliance isn\u2019t easy. It\u2019ll make the whole thing run a lot smoother if you know the exact boundaries you\u2019re working within and the requirements you\u2019re working towards.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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According to a survey by NQA, 77% of organisations that are working toward their ISO 27001 certification also use controls from other cybersecurity standards.<\/span><\/a> If you\u2019re already following some form of cybersecurity guidelines, check for any cross-overs that may lessen your workload and increase your understanding.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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Resource Allocation and Prepared Personnel\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>

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Next, assuming you\u2019re the management representative or project leader, it\u2019s time to assemble your implementation team and inform employees of your intentions.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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No matter how micro your organisation is, it\u2019s a good idea to get a few others fully involved in the ISO 27001 process. This is because\u2026<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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  1. It\u2019ll share the workload, making the road to certification much shorter.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ol>

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    1. Multiple skillsets will contribute to a comprehensive ISMS.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ol>

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      1. It will foster cross-department communication and a culture of compliance throughout your organisation.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ol>

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        1. Having multiple team members who understand the framework will reduce the risk of single points of failure.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/li><\/ol>

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          Choosing your Compliance Team\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>

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          An ISO 27001 implementation team includes minimum the following roles:\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

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