Financial & Insurance Standards (EN & ISO) are the pillars of trust, stability, and transparency in the European market. From securing digital transactions to integrating sustainability (ESG) into investment portfolios, these standards ensure regulatory compliance and protect consumer interests.
Trust, Security & Compliance
The financial sector faces complex challenges: cybersecurity threats, strict anti-money laundering (AML) laws, and the urgent shift towards sustainable finance. International Standards (ISO) and European Norms (EN) provide the technical frameworks to manage these risks effectively while ensuring seamless cross-border operations.
🔐 Information Security
Protect customer data and secure transactions with the global benchmark ISO/IEC 27001.
🌿 Sustainable Finance
Integrate ESG criteria into decision-making using the new ISO 32210 framework.
⚖️ Risk & Compliance
Systematically manage operational risks and compliance obligations with ISO 31000 and ISO 37301.
Essential Standards for Finance & Insurance
To operate securely and meet EU regulations (like DORA and GDPR), these are the critical standards:
| Standard | Title / Scope | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| ISO/IEC 27001 | Information Security Management | Protects sensitive financial data. |
| ISO 22301 | Business Continuity Management | Ensures resilience against disruptions. |
| ISO 32210 | Sustainable Finance | Aligns operations with ESG goals. |
| ISO 31000 | Risk Management Guidelines | Framework for identifying financial risks. |
| ISO 37001 | Anti-Bribery Management | Prevents corruption and fraud. |
| ISO 20022 | Financial Messaging | Universal standard for payments data. |
Strategic Advantages of Compliance
In a trust-based industry, certification is your strongest asset.
- Regulatory Alignment: Standards like ISO 27001 help demonstrate compliance with GDPR and the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).
- Fraud Prevention: Anti-bribery (ISO 37001) and identity management standards reduce the risk of financial crime.
- Operational Resilience: ISO 22301 ensures banks and insurers can maintain critical functions during cyberattacks or outages.
- Global Interoperability: Adopting ISO 20022 ensures your payment systems can communicate seamlessly with international banks.
📥 Access Official Financial Standards
Secure your institution and meet EU compliance targets. Download official EN & ISO documents directly from Genorma.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ISO 27001 mandatory for banks?
While not explicitly mandatory in all jurisdictions, it is the de facto standard for complying with data protection laws like GDPR. Under the new EU DORA regulation, robust ICT risk management (aligned with ISO 27001) is required.
What is ISO 20022?
ISO 20022 is the universal standard for electronic data interchange between financial institutions. It is replacing older formats (like SWIFT MT) to enable richer, faster, and more interoperable payments globally.
How do standards help with ESG reporting?
Standards like ISO 32210 (Sustainable Finance) and ISO 14064 (Greenhouse Gases) provide the verified methodologies needed to report environmental performance accurately, avoiding “greenwashing” accusations.
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