Hybrid working has changed how many organisations access, share, and manage information. Employees may now be working across office spaces, home networks, shared devices, cloud platforms, and video calls.

That flexibility can bring a lot of benefits, but it can also create information security risks if processes are not clearly managed. Risks may include:
–         uncontrolled access to documents
–         sensitive information being discussed in shared spaces
–         devices being used outside the office
–         unclear rules around file sharing
–         weaker control over printed documents
–         limited visibility over who can access what

ISO/IEC 27001 manages information security through an information security management system.

It encourages organisations to consider people, processes, technology, suppliers, and risk, including how information is handled in hybrid working environments.

For businesses with remote or hybrid teams, ISO/IEC 27001 certification can demonstrate that information security is being managed in a structured and recognised way. Hybrid working may be flexible, but information security still needs control.