Understand the major updates in privacy information management and what they mean for your organization.
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 introduces a new era in privacy information management systems (PIMS). As a stand-alone standard, it redefines how organizations manage personal identifiable information (PII) while maintaining robust information security governance.
Our latest white paper examines the transition from ISO/IEC 27701:2019 to ISO/IEC 27701:2025, highlighting the structural, procedural and certification implications for organizations seeking compliance and certification under the revised framework.
Developed by our information security experts, this white paper offers a clear, comparative overview of the key revisions – helping you understand what is new, what has changed and how to prepare for certification and transition.
What you’ll find in our white paper
- A new structure for greater alignment
Explore how ISO/IEC 27701:2025 adopts the ISO high-level structure, enabling better alignment with other management system standards such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 42001.
- From extension to stand-alone standard
Understand how the removal of dependency on ISO/IEC 27001 certification creates flexibility for organizations implementing privacy information management systems independently.
- Updated requirements for privacy and information security
Learn how Clauses 4-10 establish comprehensive requirements for privacy management, risk assessment and treatment, ensuring the protection of PII remains central to compliance.
- Revised annexes and implementation guidance
Review the restructured Annex A and B, which now include 31 privacy controls for PII controllers, 18 for PII processors and 29 information security controls – with enhanced implementation guidance.
- Certification and transition guidance
Find clarity on the expected certification timelines and transition arrangements for organizations moving from ISO/IEC 27701:2019 to the 2025 edition.