Learn why ISO compliance needs program thinking, how ISO 21502 supports long-term success, and the practical lessons every compliance leader should know. This session shows how organizations can transition from viewing ISO compliance as a one-off “check-the-box” exercise to managing it as a strategic, integrated program. Learn how to use international standards to drive operational excellence, reduce risk, and foster long-term resilience.
Key Learnings:
- The Shift from Project to Program: Why a programmatic approach is essential for maintaining certifications like ISO 27001, 9001, or 42001 without the “audit panic.
- Integrating Multiple Standards: Strategies for managing a multi-standard environment (Integrated Management Systems) to eliminate redundant tasks and silos.
- Practical Governance & Ownership: How to assign clear roles and responsibilities to ensure compliance is baked into daily operations across teams.
- Measuring Program Health: Key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics that prove the ROI of your compliance program to leadership.
- Real-World Lessons Learned: Avoiding common pitfalls in the compliance lifecycle—from initial implementation to year-on-year maturity.
About the Speaker:
Carl Carpenter is a Multi-talented and highly experienced Cyber and Information Security, Compliance, and Audit professional providing consultation services to numerous Fortune 100 companies, NASA, and various Federal or State agencies, He is a cybersecurity technologist and learning junkie that is always looking to expand skill sets in as many different directions.