GDPR vs ISO 21001: Which Framework Do You Need?
Wondering whether to pursue GDPR or ISO 21001 certification? This comparison covers the key differences between these frameworks, the number of service providers available for each, and guidance on which might be the right choice for your organization.
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GDPR
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is the EU's comprehensive data protection law.
Service Providers
56
Regional Coverage
31 regions
Industry Coverage
15 industries
ISO 21001
ISO 21001 is a compliance framework.
Service Providers
1
Regional Coverage
1 regions
Industry Coverage
0 industries
| Dimension | GDPR | ISO 21001 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Count | 56 | 1 |
| Regions | Africa Asia Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Denmark +23 more | Global |
| Industries | Construction Cryptocurrency Finance Government Healthcare Hospitality +9 more |
Which Do You Need?
Choose GDPR if:
- - Your clients or partners require GDPR certification
- - You operate in regions where GDPR is the standard
- - You need a GDPR-specific compliance approach
Choose ISO 21001 if:
- - Your clients or partners require ISO 21001 certification
- - You operate in regions where ISO 21001 is the standard
- - You need a ISO 21001-specific compliance approach