GDPR vs ISO 14001: Which Framework Do You Need?
Wondering whether to pursue GDPR or ISO 14001 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
61
Regional Coverage
31 regions
Industry Coverage
15 industries
ISO 14001
ISO 14001 is a compliance framework.
Service Providers
7
Regional Coverage
12 regions
Industry Coverage
13 industries
| Dimension | GDPR | ISO 14001 |
|---|---|---|
| Service Count | 61 | 7 |
| Regions | Africa Asia Australia Austria Belgium Brazil Canada Denmark +23 more | Africa Asia Australia Canada Europe Global India Latin America +4 more |
| Industries | Construction Cryptocurrency Finance Government Healthcare Hospitality +9 more | Construction Cryptocurrency Finance Government Healthcare Hospitality +7 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 14001 if:
- - Your clients or partners require ISO 14001 certification
- - You operate in regions where ISO 14001 is the standard
- - You need a ISO 14001-specific compliance approach
