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Chris Whyborn on ensuring cybersecurity across the supply chain
Cyber risks in the supply chain are often underestimated. It is therefore important not only to ensure an organization’ s cybersecurity but also its global digital supply chain, including second and third tier suppliers.
The European Union’ s( EU) NIS2 Directive requires organizations to protect their systems and systematically assess risks in their supply chain. Companies must demonstrate that third parties are integrated into a robust security management system. Compliance with global ISO standards is helpful for implementing and demonstrating NIS2 compliance. These standards also help establish a strong cybersecurity baseline, showing the supply chain that a company is prepared for cyber attacks.
ISO 27001 is the leading international standard for information security management, providing a practical framework for an effective information security management system( ISMS). It simplifies compliance with applicable security requirements, helping to foster an organization-wide information security culture. ISO / IEC certification can lower IT security costs by reducing the risk of security breaches and the consequences of
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