Learn how to write an information security policy under ISO 27001 - What it must contain, what auditors look for, and how to make it work for your organisation.
Alan Parker
ISO 27001 for Small Businesses: A Practical Guide
2 April 2026
By Alan Parker
This guide explains how ISO 27001 for small businesses can make sense and how to implement and certify without a big budget or a dedicated compliance team.
How Long Does ISO 27001 Take?
2 April 2026
By Alan Parker
How long does ISO 27001 take? I explore a realistic timeline for ISO 27001 from kick-off to certified and what speeds the process up and what slows it down.
ISO 27001 for Startups: What You Need to Know
2 April 2026
By Alan Parker
How we target ISO 27001 can differ between different types of businesses, and where you are on that journey. Learn how I approach ISO 27001 for startups.
Failing an ISO 27001 Stage 2 audit doesn't mean the end of your certification journey. Here's what actually happens — and how to avoid being in that position.
The ICO Fined Capita £14 Million. Here’s What It Means for Smaller Businesses.
1 April 2026
By Alan Parker
In October 2025, Capita received the ICO's largest ever fine — and ISO 27001 was specifically mentioned in the findings. Here's what UK SMEs should take from it
Stuck at 60%: Why Your ISO 27001 Project Stalled – And How to Get Moving Again
24 November 2025
By Alan Parker
It's common to see an ISO 27001 project stalled at 60% - Learn how to deal with stolen attention, lost owners, fuzzy scope and perfectionism stopping it.
Mastering ITIL Practices: A Comprehensive Guide to Streamlining IT Services
7 October 2025
By Alan Parker
Learn about mastering itil practices in the context of ITIL 4, with clear explanations, everyday examples and tips you can use with a real IT team.
Exploring ITIL Best Practices
7 October 2025
By Alan Parker
Learn about exploring itil best practices in the context of ITIL 4, with clear explanations, everyday examples and tips you can use with a real IT team.
ITSM vs ITIL: Understanding the Difference
7 October 2025
By Alan Parker
Learn about itsm vs itil in the context of ITIL 4, with clear explanations, everyday examples and tips you can use with a real IT team.