ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security management, setting the framework for how organisations protect sensitive data, manage risk and demonstrate trust to clients, partners and regulators. One of its key benefits is that it provides a structured, auditable approach to security that scales as the business grows.
This ISO 27001 Readiness Checklist is designed to help organisations understand how prepared they are for certification before committing to a full implementation or audit. It walks through the core elements of an Information Security Management System (ISMS), from scope definition and leadership involvement to risk management, security controls, incident response and continuous improvement. The checklist also highlights the main risks of not being ISO 27001 ready and the most common challenges organisations face, helping teams identify gaps, prioritise actions and approach certification in a structured and realistic way.