ISO 27001 Recertification: What Happens After 3 Years
22 April 2026
By Alan Parker
My guide on what happens around ISO 27001 recertification. Learn the key elements and what to prepare for.
Certification
Can You Self-Certify for ISO 27001? (And Should You?)
22 April 2026
By Alan Parker
Can you self certify for ISO 27001? Yes. Should you? That requires some consideration.
How to Pass Your ISO 27001 Audit First Time
21 April 2026
By Alan Parker
My guide on ISO 27001 audit tips for how to make sure you pass your ISO 27001 certification first time.
Explore the differences between UK certifications: UKAS vs Non-Accredited certificates. How the differ, and does it matter?
ISO 27001 Surveillance Audits: What to Expect
19 April 2026
By Alan Parker
What happens after certification? The ISO 27001 surveillance audit in years 1 and 2, and the recertification audit in year 3 process explained.
What Do ISO 27001 Auditors Actually Look For?
8 April 2026
By Alan Parker
ISO 27001 auditors go well beyond checking your policy documents. Here's what experienced ISO 27001 auditors actually look for.
ISO 27001 is an investment, but what do you actually get back? This guide explains how to measure the ISO 27001 ROI for certification.
Not all ISO 27001 certification bodies are equal. This guide explains UKAS-accredited and non-accredited bodies, how to shortlist, and what to ask.
How to Prepare for an ISO 27001 Stage 2 Audit
5 April 2026
By Alan Parker
How to prepare for an ISO 27001 Stage 2 audit; what evidence auditors examine, and how to make sure your team is ready on the day.
How to Prepare for an ISO 27001 Stage 1 Audit
4 April 2026
By Alan Parker
Learn what happens in an ISO 27001 Stage 1 audit, what the auditor is looking for, and how to be ready on the day so you can move confidently to Stage 2.