Compliance Simplified: GDPR, ISO, and What Your Business Must Know

Data privacy and regulatory compliance have become non-negotiable for businesses of all sizes. Whether you're handling customer information, processing payments, or storing client files — you're expected to meet strict data protection standards. Two of the most important ones today are GDPR and ISO 27001.

If you're not compliant, you're not just risking fines — you're risking trust, reputation, and revenue.

What Is GDPR?

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the EU’s data privacy law. It applies to any business — anywhere in the world — that collects or processes personal data of EU citizens. That includes emails, names, IP addresses, and more.

Key requirements:

Consent must be clear and explicit

Individuals have the right to access, correct, or delete their data

Data breaches must be reported within 72 hours

Fines can reach up to €20 million or 4% of global turnover

What Is ISO 27001?

ISO/IEC 27001 is the international gold standard for information security management. It’s not a legal requirement, but it demonstrates that your business takes cybersecurity seriously — and it's increasingly requested by clients and partners.

Key benefits:

Structured approach to managing sensitive information

Reduces the risk of breaches and business disruptions

Builds customer confidence and supports business growth

Can be a competitive advantage in tenders and partnerships

Why It Matters for SMBs

Many small and mid-sized businesses believe compliance is only for big corporations — but that’s no longer true. Cyber threats and regulatory audits don’t discriminate by company size. In fact, regulators often target smaller businesses because they’re less likely to be compliant.

How an MSSP Can Help

Achieving and maintaining compliance requires:

Regular risk assessments

Proper access controls

Documentation and security policies

Real-time monitoring and alerting

At CyberOM, we simplify this entire process. Our managed services help businesses comply with GDPR, ISO 27001, and other standards without hiring in-house compliance experts.

Don't let complexity become your excuse.

👉 Talk to our compliance team today and take the first step toward smart, scalable data protection.