DNV says ISO 27001 is becoming a business risk issue in Brazil

DNV says Brazilian companies are treating information security as a business issue, not just an IT problem, as cyber threats, customer demands and regulatory pressure rise. The company is pushing ISO/IEC 27001 education resources and a webinar to help organizations strengthen data protection and trust.

Why it matters: - Brazilian organizations are sharing more data across suppliers, customers, partners and service providers as digital operations expand. - That broader connectivity increases risk across operations and supply chains. - DNV says information security now affects resilience, compliance, continuity and market trust.

What happened: - DNV issued guidance in São Paulo on June 25, 2026, arguing that information security has become a business priority in Brazil. - Adriano Duarte, DNV’s regional manager of Business Assurance in South America, said information security is central to resilience, trust and sustainable growth in a digital economy. - DNV launched educational resources on information security management and ISO/IEC 27001. - DNV is also promoting a webinar titled "Protegendo informações. Construindo confiança. Uma introdução à certificação ISO/IEC 27001". - More information is available at the webinar registration page.

The details: - DNV says organizations are facing evolving cyber threats, regulatory expectations and market requirements. - The company says security governance must go beyond the IT department. - DNV says companies need practical ways to identify, manage and reduce risk. - DNV says effective governance helps protect data and support business continuity. - The educational resources include "Competências para Novas Expectativas de Segurança da Informação," "Proteção das Informações e Exigências de Clientes" and "Caminho para um Sistema de Gestão da Segurança da Informação." - The webinar will cover practical insights on information security management systems, the basics of ISO/IEC 27001 and how organizations can strengthen data protection and build market confidence. - DNV describes itself as one of the world’s leading certification bodies. - DNV says its services include management system certification, supply chain assurance and training. - DNV says it works across sectors including food and beverage, land and air mobility, ICT and general industry.

Between the lines: - DNV is positioning ISO/IEC 27001 as a trust and business resilience framework, not just a technical standard. - The focus on education suggests many organizations still need help translating security requirements into management practices. - The messaging also reflects a broader shift: buyers and partners increasingly expect proof that security controls are in place.

What's next: - DNV’s webinar could draw organizations looking for a practical entry point into ISO/IEC 27001 certification. - Companies that adopt a systematic approach to information security may be better prepared for customer scrutiny and operational disruption. - DNV is likely to continue using training and certification services to expand awareness of security governance across Brazilian businesses.