Discussion with Fellow Cyber Experts

I recently attended a cybersecurity conference, and when asked what I’ve been working on, I mentioned TISAX audit preparation. The response? More often than not: “What’s TISAX? I’ve never heard of it.”

Well you're right as an US business, many US companies haven't heard of TISAX. Why is that?

What is TISAX, Why was it Created?

Unlike more familiar frameworks and regulations like ISO 27001, HIPAA, NIST, SOC2, and others, TISAX (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) was created in 2017 to focus specifically on  the information security needs of the European automotive industry. It was established by the ENX Association, and supported by major OEMs like Volkswagen, BMW, and Daimler.

TISAX draws heavily from ISO 27001 and includes multiple domains focused on information security, data protection, and prototype handling. If you're already familiar with ISO 27001, you’ll recognize many of the principles.

So Why Haven't You Heard of It?

There's two big reasons:

• It’s relatively new. ISO 27001 was released around 2005, SOC 2 came out around 2011, and HIPAA dates all the way back (phfffff) to 1996. TISAX is the new kid on the block.
• It’s a European standard. Just like U.S. companies might not know GDPR inside and out, TISAX hasn’t been on the radar for most American businesses.

Is TISAX Coming Soon to a US Automotive Manufacturer Near You?

Yep! Tier 1 suppliers are starting to expand it as a global requirement, and have been slowly requiring TISAX for its entire supply chain, including those in US.

If your business already follows ISO 27001 or has strong information security practices in place, you're likely starting from a solid foundation. But if your security strategy is still underdeveloped, you may need support to get audit-ready.

How Can We Help YOU?

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Whether you're just needing a TISAX Gap Analysis or need to prepare for a TISAX assessment, let us help you make traction on those goals.