NEC XON’s ISO 27001:2022 certification reinforces commitment to client information security

ISO 27001:2022 certification: Reinforcing trust, security, and compliance.

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​NEC XON has achieved ISO 27001:2022 certification. This globally recognised standard for information security management underscores the company’s commitment to protecting customer data, strengthening its security posture, and ensuring compliance with key regulatory frameworks.

What is ISO 27001:2022?
ISO 27001:2022 is an internationally accepted benchmark for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), providing a structured approach to safeguarding information confidentiality, integrity, and availability. NEC XON’s customers, partners, and stakeholders can thus be assured that NEC XON adheres to the highest security standards - a critical factor in securing contracts with enterprises and government organisations.
 
"This certification is a significant achievement for NEC XON, demonstrating our dedication to best practices in information security," said Durandt Eksteen, Chief Information Officer (Africa) at NEC XON. "There’s a constant stream of new and more complex security threats. Our ISO 27001:2022 compliance not only strengthens our security posture but also gives our customers confidence in our ability to protect their sensitive information."
 
Achieving ISO 27001:2022 compliance offers multiple advantages, including:

• Competitive Advantage – Many enterprises and government entities require this certification in tenders, enhancing NEC XON’s ability to secure new business.
• Stronger Security Posture – The ISMS framework mitigates risks related to cyber threats, data breaches, and compliance failures.
• Regulatory & Legal Compliance – Aligns with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) and GDPR, reducing legal and regulatory risks.
• Improved Business Resilience – Enforces risk management and continuous improvement to better protect against cyberattacks, data loss, and operational disruptions.
• Building Customer & Stakeholder Trust – Customers value strong security practices, making NEC XON a trusted technology partner.

 
Beyond this achievement, NEC XON is also ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems) certified as well as ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems) certified. We are actively working towards compliance with ISO 27032:2023 (Cybersecurity — Guidelines for Internet security) and ISO 27701:2019 (Privacy Information Management System), further enhancing our ability to address evolving security and privacy demands.
 
"As customers increasingly prioritise security compliance, our proactive approach ensures we not only meet but exceed their expectations," added Eksteen. "By making our certifications known upfront, we can strengthen our market position and support business growth, but more importantly, we can assure our customers of our full commitment towards the protection of their information and privacy requirements."
 
About NEC XON
NEC XON is a leading African integrator of ICT solutions and part of NEC, a Japanese global company. The holding company has operated in Africa since 1963 and delivers communications, energy, safety, security, and digital solutions. It co-creates social value through innovation to help overcome serious societal challenges. The organisation operates in 54 African countries and has a footprint in 16 of them. Regional headquarters are located in South, East, and West Africa. NEC XON is a level 1-certified broad-based black economic empowerment (B-BBEE) business. Discover more at www.nec.xon.co.za.
 
Issued by: Michelle Oelschig, Scarlet Letter 
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