On June 4, 2024, Western International Group, a multifaceted holding conglomerate specialized in consumer goods and retail, headquartered in Dubai, UAE, achieved a significant milestone by receiving ISO 27001 certification from SGS.
This certification, attained after a one-year implementation process, underscores Western International Group's commitment to robust information security management systems and elevates their position as a trusted leader in the industry.
About Western International Group
Western International Group is a diverse holding conglomerate with a global presence across various industries, including electronics, retail, household products, garments, and online stores. With brands like GEEPAS, NESTO, and ROYALFORD, the group has grown over 30 years, employing over 20,000 personnel from diverse backgrounds across 12 countries. Headquartered in Dubai, their strong presence spans the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Europe, continually expanding with new brands and divisions.
About the Standard and Its Benefits
ISO 27001 is a globally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It provides a systematic approach to managing sensitive company information, ensuring its confidentiality, integrity, and availability. For Western International Group, achieving ISO 27001 certification brings several notable benefits:
- Enhanced Information Security: The standard helps Western International Group identify and mitigate information security risks effectively, safeguarding sensitive data from unauthorized access, breaches, and cyber threats.
- Regulatory Compliance: ISO 27001 certification ensures Western International Group's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to information security, fostering trust and credibility among stakeholders.
- Improved Operational Efficiency: Implementing ISO 27001 promotes streamlined processes and procedures for managing information security, leading to increased operational efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Customer Confidence: The certification demonstrates Western International Group's commitment to protecting customer data and maintaining high standards of information security, enhancing customer trust and loyalty.
- Continuous Improvement: ISO 27001 encourages a culture of continuous improvement by regularly assessing and improving information security processes, policies, and controls, ensuring ongoing resilience against evolving threats.
By embracing ISO 27001, Western International Group not only strengthens its information security posture but also positions itself as a reliable and secure partner for clients, investors, and stakeholders.
Western International Group Certification scope
The ISO 27001 certification achieved by Western International Group encompasses their Information Security Management System (ISMS), specifically focusing on the IT Department, Human Resources, and Support Services.
This certification extends to the provision of managed information security services to both internal operations and external customers of Western International LLC and NESTO Management LLC.
The certification scope is assessed in accordance with the Statement of Applicability 1.1 dated 16.04.2024, ensuring that all related operations and processes are aligned with ISO 27001 standards for information security management.
SGS audit brought immense value to our company, validating our efforts and highlighting areas for improvement, ensuring robust information security measures.
Congratulations to Western International Group on their ISO 27001 certification with SGS! Their strong leadership, robust training programs, and technical safeguards shine through in this achievement.
About SGS
We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.
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