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September 07, 2025

ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and NEN 7510 – Security Demonstrably Regulated

 

Working certified is nice, but only with a certified ICT partner do you really work safely. Dutch companies are under increasing pressure in 2025: cyber threats are on the rise, the AVG and NEN7510 have strict requirements, and customers expect transparent processes.

At ALTA-ICT we combine ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and NEN 7510 certifications. This means that our customers benefit not only from demonstrable security, but also from clear processes and audit-proof reporting. For SMEs, healthcare institutions, financial organizations and government agencies this is not a luxury, but a necessity.

In this blog, you will discover what these certifications mean, how to implement them, what pitfalls many Dutch companies make and why ALTA-ICT makes the difference.

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What is ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and NEN 7510?

  • ISO 27001: International standard for information security. Critical in the Netherlands because of the data breach notification requirement and oversight by the Personal Data Authority.

  • ISO 9001: Quality management, where processes are measurable and improvable. Dutch SMEs use this to keep a grip on growth and compliance.

  • NEN 7510: Specific to the healthcare sector in the Netherlands. Focuses on protection of patient data and integration with EHR systems.

Why essential?

  • SMES: Minimizing risk and AVG compliance.

  • Healthcare: Mandatory patient trust standard.

  • Financial: Supervision from DNB, linked to ISO standards.

  • Government: integrate BIO and NORA with ISO standards.

 

How do you implement this in the Netherlands?

Step 1: Analysis and planning

  • Security gap assessment (AVG/NEN7510).

  • Risk analysis and process mapping.

Step 2: Design and preparation

  • Technical and organizational measures.

  • Stakeholder training (NL context).

Step 3: Implementation

  • Phased rollout with no downtime.

  • Reporting structure in accordance with ISO audits.

Step 4: Optimization

  • Continuous improvement (ISO 9001).

  • Annual audits and 24/7 monitoring.

 

Challenges for Dutch companies

  • Compliance pressure: AVG, NEN7510, Wwft.

  • Cost: Certification seems expensive, but ROI is measurable.

  • Awareness: Employees often see security as a brake, not a benefit.

  • Audit stress: Without a good partner, external audits are painful.

Solution: ALTA-ICT implements security by design and guides clients with practical tools and awareness training.

 

ROI of certifications

  • 40% less chance of data breaches.

  • Lower average audit costs by 25%.

  • Higher customer confidence → more contracts.

  • More efficient processes → 15% lower operating costs.

Case: A Dutch SME company reduced security incidents by 60% within one year of implementation.

 

The ALTA-ICT approach

  • ✅ ISO27001, ISO9001 and NEN7510 certified

  • ✅ Expertise in Dutch market (AVG, DigiD, DNB, NEN7510 care)

  • ✅ Audit-proof reports and processes

  • ✅ 24/7 monitoring and support

We make safety demonstrably regulated.

 

FAQ

  • Is ISO27001 mandatory in the Netherlands?

  • What does NEN7510 certification cost?

  • How quickly can an SME become certified?

  • How does ALTA-ICT help with audits?

  • Can I obtain multiple certifications at the same time?

 

Conclusion

In 2025, ICT security in the Netherlands is no longer an option, but a precondition. With ISO 27001, ISO 9001 and NEN 7510 certifications, you will be prepared for legislation, customer expectations and cyber threats.

💡 S chedule a free consultation with ALTA-ICT now and make your ICT demonstrably secure.

 

Reference

¹https://www.linkedin.com/posts/altaict_iso27001-nen7510-kwaliteit-activity-7363449709631315968-LOES

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