In a landmark achievement, Samsung Electronics has elevated its SmartThings platform by securing the coveted ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, marking a significant step forward in global information security standards.

This prestigious accolade, awarded by the British Standards Institution (BSI), highlights Samsung's unwavering dedication to safeguarding user information in an increasingly interconnected world.

ISO 27001, a hallmark of excellence established by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), is the benchmark for information security management systems (ISMSs).

This standard meticulously guides organisations in systematically managing risks associated with information assets and achieving their information protection objectives.

Samsung’s journey to certification involved meeting a rigorous set of 123 detailed requirements, including stringent policies for information security, access controls, and incident response protocols.

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This certification not only confirms that Samsung's SmartThings Cloud adheres to global standards but also reinforces the platform's reliability and trustworthiness.

It promises to enhance user confidence and strengthen partnerships, setting a new standard for connected living experiences.

Commenting on the achievement, Harold Pradal, President of Assurance Services at BSI, noted, “The importance of cloud technology and information protection is increasing in a rapidly changing business environment. We recognized that the operation capability and security level of Samsung SmartThings are excellent.”

Seungbum Choi, Executive Vice President and Head of Device Platform Center at Samsung Electronics, expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “SmartThings receiving the ISO 27001 certification is the result of our sustained focus on the protection of information in a hyper-connected world with exponentially increasing intelligence."

"But this is just another step in our drive to fortify the platform’s security. We will continue to find new ways to ensure that SmartThings’ personalized services are provided even more safely," Choi added.

This achievement marks a new chapter for Samsung SmartThings, underscoring its commitment to excellence and paving the way for even more secure and innovative connected living solutions.