ISO 27001 support requirements (or Clause 7)

In this part, we will focus in depth on Clause 7, which is fundamental because it deals with training and resources. It applies to people, infrastructure, and the environment just as much as it does to physical resources, materials, and equipment. This clause focuses on acquiring the necessary resources, personnel, and infrastructure to build, deploy, maintain, and continuously enhance the iSMS. It addresses the need for competence, awareness, and communication to support the iSMS, and might involve, for instance, providing training and access to staff. This article also stipulates that all individuals working for a company must be aware of its information security policy, how they contribute to its success, and the consequences of failing to comply. Additionally, the company must ensure that internal and external communications pertinent to information security and the iSMS are conveyed effectively. This entails determining what must be...