Today’s business environment cannot be overemphasized without a consideration of privacy and data protection. This is especially due to the growing importance of data privacy and regulations across the world hence the need for organizations to fully embrace proper data management. Such a framework that has emerged and has received popularity in the recent past is the ISO 27701 which is an extension of the ISO 27001 and it focuses on the requirement for PSD and aims at offering guidelines for a Privacy Information Management System or PIMS. This standard is useful in organizations’ handling of ..read more

Introduction As Saudi Arabia pursues its ambitious digital transformation under Vision 2030, the significance of protecting personal data has never been paramount. As organizations increasingly rely on digital technology, the dangers of data breaches and cyber-attacks have grown. Navigating Saudi Arabia’s complicated terrain may be especially difficult for small and medium-sized firms (SMEs). Implementing ISO/IEC 27701 Privacy Information Management System (PIMS), an extension of the internationally renowned ISO/IEC 27701 standard, creates a strong foundation for protecting personal data prote ..read more

The Government of India proposed a new education policy on 29 July 2020. It was the first major overhaul of the Indian Education Sector in 34 years. The five pillars of the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020. These are :- Access Equity Quality Affordability Accountability The Government of India (GoI) introduced the National Education Policy 2020 to reform the Indian education system to make it more inclusive and flexible, focusing on learners’ holistic development. The vision of the National Education Policy encompasses several key objectives: Revamping the Curriculum: The National Education Pol ..read more

In the current world, getting an ISO certification is one of the measures towards success in implementing business excellence in the GCC region. The utilization of ISO standards as a road map of best practices to glide through the universally acclaimed executive procedures has floored the companies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) consequently rapidly rising operations and search for sustained enhancement.   It’s noteworthy that severally ISO certification paints a plethora of benefits to the GCC based organizations. Evidently, to implement and comply with ISO requirements; firms gai ..read more

Introduction: Understanding What is VAPT and its Significance in Cybersecurity Cybersecurity has emerged as a major problem for businesses in a variety of sectors in the current digital era. Businesses now need to take strong precautions to protect sensitive data because cyber-attacks and data breaches are becoming more frequent. One such vital procedure is vulnerability assessment and penetration testing, or VAPT for short. This process is critical to guaranteeing the security of an organization’s IT infrastructure. VAPT is the process of using thorough assessments to find vulnerabilities in ..read more

In today’s digital landscape, organisations cannot overstate the importance of safeguarding personal information. Organisations worldwide are tasked with navigating a complex maze of data privacy regulations and cybersecurity threats. However, ISO 27701:2019 is a vital tool for every organisation striving for comprehensive data protection. It is an extension of ISO/IEC 27001 Certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). ISO 27701 provides a robust framework for managing personal data processing by ensuring compliance with regulations like GDPR. It also helps organisations ..read more

The healthcare industry collects and stores a vast amount of patients’ data. As a result, it is more prone to cyberattacks and becomes the primary target of security breaches and data theft. As per the HIMSS Survey, around 81% of US hospitals and healthcare systems and 83% of payers are adopting the HITRUST information security framework to win clients’ and vendors’ trust. Moreover, the certification is necessary for third-party vendors in the healthcare sector.   HITRUST Certification is a significant tool for companies in the healthcare sector to demonstrate their commitment to inform ..read more

ISO 22716 is a comprehensive set of GMP requirements for the cosmetics and personal care sector introduced in 2007. Cosmetics are commodities or materials designed to improve, cleanse, or change a consumer’s face or body, such as cosmetics, oral care products, lotions, deodorants, hair products, and scents. The ISO is a globally known non-governmental organization that develops standards for various businesses. In 2007, the International Cooperation on Cosmetic Regulations (ICCR), which was founded by the United States (US), Canada, the European Union (EU), and Japan, agreed that this standa ..read more

Corporate organisations must protect the users’ and clients’ sensitive information. However, companies have found it difficult to prevent unauthorised access to sensitive, vital, or restricted information. As a result, it can lead to permanent harm to their operations.   Organisations can protect information assets using the ISO 27000 series of standards. Furthermore, it helps organisations better manage the security of assets like financial data, intellectual property, and employee information. The most well-known standard in this family is ISO/IEC 27001 for Information Security Manage ..read more

ISO 13485 Certification outlines the framework for organisations to provide high-quality medical equipment to satisfy consumers, clients, and stakeholders. Organisations engaged in one or more phases of the life cycle of a medical device, such as design, development, production, storage, distribution, installation, and technical support, should take note of this accreditation.   The MD-QMS requires external parties and suppliers to provide top-notch goods and services to guarantee the safety and well-being of clients and customers. What is Non-Active Medical Devices? Non-Active Medica ..read more