ISO 27001

ISO 27001 Sets the Foundation—But Why Stop There? How the ISO 27000 family helps SaaS companies scale security and privacy beyond the basics If you’re running a SaaS company, you’ve already heard of ISO 27001. Maybe you’ve even implemented it. It’s a solid start—arguably the gold standard for building an Information Security Management System (ISMS). But here’s the thing: ISO 27001 is just the beginning. The ISO/IEC 27000 series is more than a single framework. It’s a family of standards, each designed to help you customize your security and privacy program to fit your specific risk environment. For SaaS companies operating in cloud-native environments, handling personal data, and facing a fast-moving regulatory landscape, flexibility matters. ...

How to choose the right framework—or combination—for your SaaS business. Security and compliance can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re scaling fast and everyone expects clear answers, from enterprise buyers to your board. If you’re in SaaS, you’ve likely encountered these names: SOC 2, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001. Maybe they’re on your roadmap. You may have been asked for all three in a single deal cycle. Here’s the thing: these frameworks aren’t mutually exclusive. Each serves a different purpose. Used strategically, they complement each other and build trust with various audiences. ...