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DATA PRIVACY MANAGEMENT
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 – Privacy Information Management System
in Egypt
Strengthen personal data protection and establish responsible privacy management practices with ISO/IEC 27701:2025. Develop a structured Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) to manage privacy risks, improve accountability, and support the responsible processing of personally identifiable information.
ABOUT ISO/IEC 27701:2025
What Is ISO/IEC 27701:2025?
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 is an international standard that specifies requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS).
It provides a structured framework for organizations that collect, process, store, or control personally identifiable information (PII) to manage privacy responsibilities and protect personal data throughout its processing lifecycle.
The standard helps organizations establish privacy policies and objectives, identify privacy risks, define responsibilities, and implement appropriate controls to support accountable and responsible personal data processing.
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 is applicable to organizations of different sizes and sectors, including public and private companies, government entities, and non-profit organizations.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
What Does ISO/IEC 27701:2025 Cover?
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 establishes requirements that help organizations manage privacy information systematically and protect personally identifiable information.
Understanding the Organizational Context
Leadership and Commitment
Privacy Risk Assessment and Planning
Support and Resources
Personal Data Processing Controls
Privacy Responsibilities and Accountability
Performance Evaluation
Continual Improvement
WHY ISO 27701 MATTERS
Benefits of Implementing ISO/IEC 27701:2025
Implementing ISO/IEC 27701 can help organizations:
- Strengthen personal data privacy management.
- Establish a structured approach to privacy risk management.
- Improve accountability for personal data processing.
- Support compliance with applicable privacy and data protection obligations.
- Improve transparency in handling personally identifiable information.
- Build trust with customers, employees, partners, and other interested parties.
- Define clear privacy policies, responsibilities, and controls.
- Support continual improvement in privacy management practices.
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
Who Should Consider ISO/IEC 27701:2025?
ISO/IEC 27701 is suitable for organizations that act as PII controllers or PII processors, including:
- Information technology and software companies.
- Financial institutions and fintech companies.
- Healthcare providers and medical organizations.
- Telecommunications companies.
- E-commerce and online service providers.
- Educational institutions.
- Government and public-sector organizations.
- Human resources and recruitment service providers.
- Organizations that collect or process customer and employee personal data.
OUR CERTIFICATION PROCESS
ISO/IEC 27701 Certification Process
Application
Submit your organization’s application and relevant information about its personal data processing activities and intended certification scope.
Application Review
The application and proposed scope are reviewed to determine the appropriate assessment arrangements.
Audit Planning
An audit plan is prepared based on the organization’s PIMS scope and personal data processing activities.
Certification Audit
The Privacy Information Management System is assessed against the applicable ISO/IEC 27701:2025 requirements.
Findings and Corrective Actions
Any identified nonconformities are communicated and addressed through the applicable process.
Certification Decision
The certification decision is made following completion of the required evaluation and review.
Surveillance and Continual Improvement
Where applicable, ongoing surveillance supports continued conformity with certification requirements.
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 Certification FAQ
ISO/IEC 27701:2025 is an international standard that specifies requirements for a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS).
Its purpose is to help organizations manage personal data privacy systematically, address privacy risks, and improve accountability for processing personally identifiable information.
Organizations acting as PII controllers or processors can consider implementing the standard, regardless of their size or sector.
Yes. ISO/IEC 27701:2025 contains management system requirements and can be used as a basis for third-party certification, subject to the certification body's competence and applicable accreditation scope.
No. The 2025 edition is an independent management system standard and does not require organizations to obtain ISO/IEC 27001 certification as a prerequisite.
ISO/IEC 27001 focuses on Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), while ISO/IEC 27701 focuses on Privacy Information Management Systems (PIMS) and the responsible processing of personally identifiable information.
No. The standard provides a management framework that can support organizations in addressing privacy obligations. Organizations must still identify and comply with the applicable legal and regulatory requirements in their jurisdictions.
Contact GIC Egypt to discuss your organization's personal data processing activities, intended certification scope, and the availability of the relevant certification service.
Strengthen Your Personal Data Privacy Management
Improve accountability, manage privacy risks, and establish a structured approach to personal data protection with ISO/IEC 27701:2025.
Contact GIC Egypt to discuss the standard and determine the appropriate next steps for your organization.