They must be actively engaged in ensuring the direction of your ISMS and that it is compatible with your organisationās strategic direction.
Develop a Plan.Success is even more likely if you develop a meaningful and realistic plan, measure performance against it and then be prepared to change it in the event of unforeseen circumstances.
Understand the criteria that you must meet, the structure of the standard and hence the structure of your ISMS and associated documentation.Having a clear understanding of why you are implementing the standard, as well as those who may impact or be impacted by your ISMS, will provide you with a clear insight into how your management system should be designed.4.
Management Processes.Defining processes and ensuring top managementās understanding of these processes is critical to the effective implementation of your ISMS:ā Having a clear understanding of your market, stakeholders, risks, objectives and strategy will help you deļ¬ne and understand your context whilst helping to drive your ISMS and the ethos of continual improvement.ā Adequate resources (people, equipment, time and money) should be allocated to the development, implementation and monitoring of your ISMS.
You must ensure that you have adequately trained and competent individuals within your organisation who fully understand and are committed to the ISMS.ā Internal audits verify that your management system is operating as intended and is identifying nonconformities and any opportunities for improvement.ā Management review provides the opportunity for top management to assess how well your management system is operating and supporting the business.
They provide the focus for the implementation of security controls and ensure that they are applied where they are most needed and most cost-effective.The process should consider the threats and vulnerabilities and any opportunities associated with your assets and the impact of their exploitation.