ISO/IEC 27701 Privacy Information Management System

The aim of the ISO/IEC 27701 approach as the Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) is to manage the privacy of the information and data defined as personal and to ensure the creation of the system and continuous improvement. It also aims to reduce the risks related to the management and processing of data and the protection of privacy.

ISO/IEC 27701 defines the privacy of an information security management system and extra special requirements and (Annex-A) and the requirements within the scope of the processing personal information (PII). It determines the conditions for the implementation of the Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) by expanding the controls and measures provided by the standard, especially the protection of data within the privacy.

Who Needs Privacy Information Management System?

ISO/IEC 27701 is applicable for all types and sizes of institutions including data controllers and/or data processors processing personal data within an ISMS (Information Security Management System) including public and private companies, government agencies and non-profit organizations.

Benefits of Application of the Privacy Information Management System

It supports compliance with the legal regulations.

It builds trust in managing your personal data.

It facilitates your effective business deals.

It provides transparency among the shareholders.

It increases the organizations’ reputation.

It protects the integrity of the information of the customers and other relevant parties.