Cybersecurity & Management Frameworks

Compliance-as-a-Service for the international standards ISO 27001, TISAX, SOC 2 & BSI C5

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Cybersecurity & Management Frameworks: Your Guide to Certified Security

Digital attacks, new regulations, and ever-growing customer demands have made information security a strategic necessity. International standards such as ISO 27001, TISAX®, BSI C5, SOC 2, ISO 9001, or the new ISO 42001 for Artificial Intelligence provide the methodological framework – but which framework truly aligns with your business goals?

Here you’ll find a practical, easy-to-understand overview of the most important frameworks and learn how our Compliance-as-a-Service (CaaS) approach supports you from the gap analysis to successful certification. This way, you turn compliance from a mandatory task into a clear competitive advantage and sustainably strengthen the trust of customers, partners, and investors.

Find the right framework for your needs

Use the quick navigator to jump directly to your desired standard, or get inspired by the short profiles – we’ll show you how the right framework can make your company more resilient, secure, and audit-ready.

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Which framework is right for you

What it is: Global standard for information security management Who it's for: Virtually any company – especially important for critical infrastructure (CRITIS) operators Core principle: Systematically identify and control risks Special feature: Serves as the foundation for many other standards 
→ Ready for your security check-up? In our free gap assessment, we’ll review where you stand and what steps are needed.

If you're an automotive supplier – or want to become one – TISAX® is non-negotiable. Major OEMs like BMW, Mercedes, and VW, as well as their suppliers, now require it as a standard from their partners. TISAX® is based on ISO 27001 but includes additional requirements tailored to the automotive industry – such as prototype protection and handling of design data. The assessment is conducted by specially trained auditors and is recognized industry-wide. 
Key facts:
Target group: Automotive suppliers and their service providers
Assessment Levels: AL1 to AL3 depending on protection needs
Validity: 3 years, then re-assessment
Special feature: Results are recognized across the industry 
→ Is TISAX® relevant for you? Let’s talk – ideally today.

The BSI’s C5 catalog is essentially the German "TÜV" for cloud services. If you’re a cloud provider or sell mainly to German government agencies or critical infrastructure operators, C5 is often mandatory. What it's about:
Target group: Cloud providers and their major clients
Foundation: Based on ISO 27001, extended with cloud-specific topics
17 domains: From physical security to incident management
Audit: Performed by BSI-accredited audit bodies  → Doing cloud business in Germany? Then we should definitely talk about C5.

If you process data for U.S. clients, you’ll sooner or later be asked for a SOC 2 report. Especially SaaS providers, cloud vendors, and other “service organizations” can’t avoid SOC 2. The five pillars of SOC 2:
Security
Availability
Processing Integrity
Confidentiality
Privacy Type I vs. Type II: Type I is a snapshot in time; Type II evaluates controls over a period of at least three months. 
→ Planning business in the U.S.? Let’s build your SOC 2 roadmap.

AI is everywhere – but not always used thoughtfully. The new ISO 42001 helps develop and operate AI systems responsibly. This will be especially important with the upcoming EU AI Act. Core topics:
Risk management for AI systems
Ethical considerations and bias mitigation
Transparency in decision-making processes
Governance for AI projects 
→ Want to build responsible AI? ISO 42001 shows the way.

ISO 9001 isn’t a cybersecurity standard, but it’s a solid foundation for security. Companies that have their processes under control also find it easier to implement an ISMS. Leverage synergies:
Process orientation supports ISMS implementation
Documentation standards simplify audits
Risk management approaches overlap 
→ Want to link quality and security? We’ll show you how.

Comparison and orientation aid: Navigating the framework jungle

The world of cybersecurity and management frameworks is interconnected. Many standards build on or complement each other. For example, TISAX® uses many foundations from ISO 27001 but tailors them specifically for the automotive industry. Similarly, BSI C5 builds on ISO 27001 but focuses on cloud security. SOC 2 concentrates on controls for service providers, while DORA addresses operational resilience in the EU financial sector—both can benefit from an established ISMS based on ISO 27001. Even ISO 9001 (quality management) can facilitate the implementation of an ISMS through its process orientation.

Your next step toward greater security and compliance

Your specific needs and develop a tailored framework strategy together with you that optimally protects your company and supports your business goals.