Uptime has been awarded ISO 27001 certification following a recent audit, confirming that the company’s information security and data protection standards and measures meet all established requirements. Uptime’s compliance with quality requirements is also supported by its ISO 9001 quality management certification, which has been renewed multiple times over the years.
“The digital world has never been as fast, as connected, or as vulnerable as it is today. We’re seeing cyberattacks become more frequent, more systematic, and the development of artificial intelligence is opening up new opportunities,” said Raimo Seero, Uptime’s CTO. “That’s why we decided to go through the certification process – to get independent confirmation that we have the right rules and controls in place to prevent risks, avoid incidents, and handle situations effectively. This isn’t just about ticking a box; it reflects our understanding of what it means to be a modern and responsible development partner.”
Seero added that today’s biggest information security trends are clear: attacks have become more structured, and targets are no longer limited to large organisations – attackers also go after their development and service partners. Supply-chain attacks have become a common way to gain indirect access to sensitive data.
At the same time, adopting AI has introduced new risks. AI-assisted development requires very clear rules: who can access data, how it is used, and how data leaks or misuse are prevented. Regulatory pressure is also increasing. The EU’s NIS2 Directive, stricter enforcement of GDPR, and sector-specific security requirements mean that responsibility no longer rests only with the client – it also extends to technology partners.
“Outsourcing software development inevitably involves delegating trust. The client entrusts the development partner with its business logic, data, and often customer data and strategic plans – so the responsibility is especially high for AI-based solutions, where the stakes are even higher,” he noted. “That’s why it matters that the chosen partner can genuinely handle that trust in the right way.”
Certification provides assurance
Choosing a partner with ISO 27001 certification gives confidence that both the way they work and the results they deliver comply with applicable cybersecurity requirements. Security is considered at every stage of the development process, data is handled carefully, and the solutions delivered meet security requirements in both the private and public sectors. Certification also indicates that the partner has the expertise to advise clients on security, help identify potential risks, and recommend changes to processes and the collaboration model – making joint development work more secure and transparent.
According to Seero, compliance with ISO 27001 is also becoming a clear competitive advantage. Among large companies, it is increasingly common to require this certification when selecting partners. As cyber threats become an everyday reality, choosing an audited partner allows organisations to focus on their core business and provides peace of mind that the partner follows best practices.
Earning the certification was preceded by an extensive audit process, which required submitting numerous documents and plans, as well as overviews of internal workflows, requirements, and the technological approaches used to ensure security.
What does ISO 27001 certification mean
- The standard sets a clear framework for how an organisation should build and develop its Information Security Management System (ISMS).
- ISO 27001 is risk-based: organisations must identify threats and vulnerabilities, define risks, and implement appropriate mitigation measures.
- Certification requires roles, responsibilities, and processes to be clearly defined – so it’s clear who makes decisions, who executes, and who oversees.
- A compliant organisation must apply best practices for incident management and commit to continuous improvement so that security remains current and effective.