Undercover ISMS: Unlocking Its True Potential Beyond Compliance
Join speaker Mark Evans as he discusses how reframing the Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) can help foster a stronger culture of quality, security, and continuous improvement within our businesses.
As quality professionals, we recognise the importance of well-defined frameworks and policies that not only ensure compliance but also reduce risks and provide a solid foundation for operational excellence. However, despite their critical role, ISMS and policies are often seen as mere obstacles to "get through," rather than valuable tools to embrace. For many, these topics tend to gain attention only as audit day approaches.
This brings us to a core challenge: how can we, as leaders in quality, shift the perception of ISMS within our organisations? How do we move from a tick-box compliance mentality to a culture where the ISMS is viewed as a vital, dynamic part of daily operations—one that engages employees, supports learning, and simplifies the journey towards continuous improvement?
In this webinar, we'll explore:
- How a well-designed, integrated ISMS can work quietly behind the scenes, delivering significant value across the organisation
- Demonstrate how an ISMS can transform from a compliance burden into a strategic asset by leveraging innovative tools, engaging content, and tailored experiences
Join us to discover how reframing the ISMS can help foster a stronger culture of quality, security, and continuous improvement within our businesses.
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About the speaker:
Mark is a Chartered Quality Professional accredited by the Chartered Quality Institute, holding qualifications in CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CISM (Certified Information Security Management) , ISO27001 Lead Audit, ISO27001 Lead ISMS Implementation, and Cloud Application Penetration Testing. With an extensive background in cybersecurity, Mark has played a pivotal role in preparing businesses for Cyber Essentials and developing comprehensive ISMS policies.
Over the course of more than 30 years, Mark has gained in-depth expertise in full-stack bespoke software design, development, testing, and information/application security. As the founder of Sophistec Ltd—a Cyber Security Agency—and Kbase Connect Ltd, a software development firm, Mark has consistently demonstrated visionary leadership. At Kbase Connect Ltd, Mark serves as the Head of Product Vision for Policy Central, a SaaS system that delivers Governance, Compliance, Information Assurance, and Policy Management Solutions to enterprise-level clients across multiple countries, including several within the FTSE100.
Driven by a “Security First” and “Security in Depth” approach, Mark has recently developed an AI roadmap for Policy Central, designing many of its innovative AI features. In the role of an Information Security specialist at Sophistec Ltd, Mark advises the boards of various client businesses as their vCISO, including a prominent AI software development company that supplies services to the Public Sector, as well as several Occupational Health companies.
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark3vans/
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• ISMS product Website: https://www.policycentral.co.uk