Excerpt from Startupstorymedia Article – Published on Aug 08, 2023
Cleartrip, a subsidiary of Flipkart, and Flipkart Health+ have received the prestigious ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, recognizing their outstanding Information Security Management Systems. Additionally, Flipkart Health+ has achieved the ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certification for its Privacy Information Management System, demonstrating their strong commitment to safeguarding user data and upholding the highest standards of data privacy.
These certifications validate Cleartrip and Flipkart Health+’s adherence to rigorous international standards, a validation process conducted through Stage 1 and Stage 2 assessments by independent auditors from BSI India (British Standards Institution).
ISO/IEC 27001:2022, established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is a globally recognized benchmark for implementing Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) encompassing Information Security, Cybersecurity, and Privacy Protection.
ISO/IEC 27701:2019, a standard for Privacy Information Management System (PIMS), builds upon the foundation of ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27002 by focusing on privacy considerations.
Ayyappan R., CEO of Cleartrip, expressed, “Our users are at the heart of our business, and their trust is paramount to our operations. The ISO certification underscores Cleartrip’s commitment to excellence, confirming our alignment with stringent international data privacy standards.”
Pranav Saxena, Chief Product and Technology Officer of Flipkart Health+, highlighted, “As a customer-driven industry, ensuring the safety and integrity of customer information is paramount. Receiving the ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certifications from BSI India is a significant achievement for Flipkart Health+. These certifications reinforce our efforts to protect information and remain compliant with global privacy regulations.”
Theuns Kotze, Managing Director of Assurance IMETA, praised this achievement, stating, “This accomplishment showcases Flipkart’s dedication to information security and trust-building with clients and stakeholders. The certification was a collective effort, reflecting the commitment of Flipkart’s entire team, and makes them one of the first digital healthcare platforms certified by BSI India.
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