The largest independent supplier of office technology in the UK can now offer customers the highest levels of protection against cyber threats.
Altodigital, based in Kingswinford, has invested a significant amount of resources and funding to gain the UKAS approved global standard for security and safety ISO 27001 – recognised internationally as a world class information security management system. The company, which operates 12 sites across the country, has spent 18 months working on the accreditation meaning customer data is now safeguarded from attack. It is one of just a handful of dealers who hold this ISO rating.
Driven by the board at Altodigital – a leading figure in the IT resellers market for more than 30 years – the large-scale project was implemented to address the dealer’s own vulnerabilities, as well as protect its customers’ data. It was also implemented to prepare the business for the increasing worldwide reliance on the internet and future-proof against new technologies.
Martin Chamberlain, Senior Information Risk Owner and Management Information Systems Director at Altodigital, said the accreditation is great news for existing and future clients of the business, as well as the company itself.
“The ISO accreditation distinguishes us from other companies and means we have robust business continuity processes in place to ensure that assets are protected from destructive events and control measures are in place to ensure the loss of critical assets can be recovered in a controlled and safe manner.
“It is more than just a certificate or a badge this is really about going to the depths of our business and making sure we are credible. We have looked at all of our vulnerabilities and we have fixed them,” he added.
In the face of ever improving technologies, greater use of the internet, and increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks, Altodigital believes it has safeguarded itself, and its clients, for the future.
“The client’s data has an extra level of protection due to the robust processes and systems we have in place. We can continue giving the best quality of service with no vulnerabilities. It’s the highest level of operational service we can give,” said Mr Chamberlain.
“Data breaches are increasing faster than ever. We have smart technology in the office, at home, in cars, it’s everywhere. The whole world is moving towards that and we’re not going to stop. Companies need to have the accreditation. We have prepared for events should they arise,” he added.
The ISO rating is also key for manufacturers who partner with Altodigital.
“The accreditation means we are not only protecting our customer’s data, but also the products, the hardware that is used, so we are also protecting the brand name of our suppliers,” said Mr Chamberlain.
Altodigital launched in 1987 and provides a range of products and services, including print, document management and office supplies for businesses across the UK. Its clients primarily operate within the corporate, housing, healthcare, government, legal and education sectors.
