TISAX®-Label
MORE INFORMATION SECURITY FOR SUPPLIERS AND SERVICE PROVIDERS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY
Over the past few years, the automotive industry has increasingly recognized the critical importance of evaluating and mitigating risks in the realms of Information Security and Cyber Security, especially as they pertain to industrial processes. As digitalization progresses, the expectations for data protection and information security are simultaneously rising. Companies that collaborate with automotive industry partners as suppliers or service providers are required to meet specific information security standards for the industry and must regularly demonstrate compliance with these requirements.
WHAT IS THE TISAX® STANDARD?
Building upon the internationally recognized standard ISO/IEC 27001, the German Association of the Automotive Industry (VDA), with the assistance of the ENX Association, has developed a set of requirements known as TISAX®. This framework is specifically designed to address the unique value chain of the automotive sector. By undergoing a TISAX® assessment, companies can demonstrate their adherence to the stringent, industry-specific information security standards, thereby ensuring a consistent level of mutual security for sensitive data across the industry.
The TISAX® (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) standard outlines the criteria for suppliers and service providers within the automotive industry and aids companies in:
- Continuously enhancing their Information Security Management System (ISMS)
- Saving time and reducing costs through standardization, eliminating the need for repetitive and time-consuming audits
- Gaining industry-wide acknowledgment and recognition
- Fulfilling customer expectations and enhancing market access
- Reinforcing trust in existing business relationships
HOW IS THE TISAX® AUDIT STRUCTURED?
Depending on your company's specific security requirements, you will undergo customized evaluations based on a predetermined range of services. Our auditors initially gather an understanding of your current situation and subsequently compile a comprehensive assessment report. Once any identified non-conformities have been addressed in accordance with TISAX® standards, the path is clear for the final certification: you can then share your results with your partners to the extent you prefer.
By obtaining a TISAX® certification, you demonstrate to your clients that you are in a strong position regarding information security. You earn a globally recognized and industry-wide label for reliability and seriousness, thereby gaining a competitive edge.
FAQ – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE TISAX® CERTIFICATION
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WHICH ORGANIZATIONS NEED THE TISAX® CERTIFICATION?
Primarily, TISAX® is designed for all vendors and contractors within the automotive sector who must safeguard sensitive client data and internal corporate information to the highest standard and consistently provide proof of such protection. The evaluation's scope can be tailored to meet specific requirements.