The information security standard for government agencies

One uniform standard for the entire government. We help municipalities, water boards and provinces to set up the BIO not as a paper tiger, but as a practical foundation.

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Why choose Fendix for you BIO compliance?

A practical plan

From complex to crystal clear

You want certainty without noise. We translate complex compliance requirements into a practical plan that your organization understands and can apply immediately.

We translate complex compliance requirements into a practical plan that your organization understands and can apply immediately.

A practical plan

Flexible and agile

Like a chameleon, we move with your culture and tools. Remote or in the office, via Teams or Slack: we work the way you do. You get a colleague, not an external auditor.

We translate complex compliance requirements into a practical plan that your organization understands and can apply immediately.

A practical plan

Guaranteed results

Our approach is tight and structured. You know exactly where you stand, what the deadline is and what it costs. We won't rest until that certificate hangs on the wall.

We translate complex compliance requirements into a practical plan that your organization understands and can apply immediately.

“The BIO often seems like a jungle of rules. My job is to clear the path. So that the director knows it's in the right place, and the official can just do his job.”

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Information Security Consultant & Marketing Specialist
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Want to know more about the standard?
Check out our resources for helpful downloads and articles.

Digitale veiligheid zonder ruis. ISO 27001 met Fendix is niet alleen een certificaat, maar een cultuur waarin informatiebeveiliging vanzelfsprekend wordt.

What is the BIO?

The Government Information Security Baseline (BIO) is a set of guidelines and standards that have been developed to ensure the information security of government agencies in the Netherlands. The purpose of the BIO is to ensure that sensitive government information is protected against threats ranging from cyber attacks to internal incidents. Compliance with the BIO provides benefits, including:

  • Risk Management: By following the BIO, government agencies can better identify and manage their risks.
  • Trust: The public and other stakeholders have more confidence in government agencies that can demonstrate that they protect citizens' information.
  • Collaboration: The BIO acts as a common framework for information security within the government, making cooperation between agencies easier.

The structure of the BIO is consistent with the Annex to ISO 27001, but there are added increased security requirements as the previously mentioned BNN risk level is higher. Chapters 4 to 10 of the High Level Structure (HLS) of the ISO 27001 standard, which relate to the requirements for the Plan-Do-Check-Act process, are not part of the BIO. Want to know more? Then be sure to read our blog about the BIO!

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Your route to BIO in 7 steps

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GAP analysis

How does your organization compare to the norm? You get a (glass) clear overview of the missing parts and a clear roadmap for the rest of the steps.

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Risk analysis

This is where we make the difference. We set up the management system for you and write the policy. Practical, workable and to the point. We do the heavy lifting.

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The management system and policy

We translate the standard requirements to your organization. Practically workable in a management system, including relevant policy documents, scope and responsible division of roles. Don't worry, we keep everything manageable.

04

Awareness

From policy to practice, people make the difference. We train your team so that information security becomes second nature. From the front desk to the boardroom.

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Interne audit + Directiebeoordeling

Zijn we er klaar voor? We voeren een strenge interne audit uit en evalueren de status met de directie. We testen het systeem en lossen de laatste puntjes op. Zo ga je met 100% vertrouwen de externe audit in.

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External audit

The moment of truth. The independent auditor checks whether you meet the standard. Exciting? Maybe. But we sit next to you to guide you. Successful? Then you can fly the flag!

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Remain a leader (Maintenance & Improvement)

The certificate hangs, but the world is not standing still. We remain involved as a knowledge partner to keep your system up to date. We ensure continuous improvement, so that you always stay ahead.

Success stories

What other frontrunners say

ISO 27001
NEN 7510
“The internal audit, a requirement of the ISO 27001 standard, is an investigation into the proper and reliable functioning of business processes and ways of working.”
Jan Willem Derksen
General Director
ISO 27001
“If you don't have the knowledge yourself, it's crucial to bring in someone like Kilian. It has helped us refine our processes and ensures that we stay up to date with changes in the standard and legislation. And he really became part of the team.”
Angelo Derksen
Developer NowOnline
ISO 27001
“What this week has made clear is that cybersecurity is not just the responsibility of our IT department, but of all of us.”
Joeri van de Watering
CEO Goose VPN
ISO 27001
NEN 7510
“Information security has become an integral part of our work. We keep improving and optimizing processes where necessary.”
Linda
Security Officer and Manager Supporting Teams at Stap & Care Group
ISO 27001
ISO 9001
“The structured guidance provided by Tidal and their consulting partner Fendix, combined with the tool's templates and workflows, made it possible for us to succeed.”
Maurits Broers
Head of Delivery Nedscaper
ISO 27001
“Jelle really made the difference. He knew how to get the entire organization involved, talks to the CEO just as easily as with employees in the factory, and is now being found by everyone for questions. We don't see him as a consultant, but as a colleague.”
Stefan Evers
Managing Director TotalEnergies Charging Solutions (NL)
ISO 27001
“The great thing is that you notice that information security is increasingly becoming part of daily practice. People are now asking the question themselves: what about the risks? That means that it lives in the organization. And that's exactly what we wanted to achieve.”
Angelique van Hassel
Managing Director, Head of Benelux Heras.
NEN 7510
“Everyone automatically locks their car when they leave it. I wanted information security to be just as natural, so that every employee in their role is aware of it.”
Bianca Bogers
Information Security Officer at GGZ Westelijk Noord-Brabant
AVG/GDPR
“The Data Protection Officer ensures that we stay focused on the topic of “privacy” every month. The external perspective also provides something extra, because the internal processes are being improved.”
David Izelaar
Director at A-VISION

Your long-term knowledge partner

Digitale veiligheid zonder ruis. ISO 27001 met Fendix is niet alleen een certificaat, maar een cultuur waarin informatiebeveiliging vanzelfsprekend wordt.

With Fendix, you opt for more than just certification

Of course, you can count on pace, structure and clarity in every process. We also ensure that not only the audit is correct, but also the mindset: employees who understand and comply with what safety means. As a knowledge partner, we think beyond today, so that your organization is always ready for new legislation and technology.

Start with BIO compliance

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Andere normen

ISO 27001

The Information Security Standard

NEN 7510

The mandatory standard for information security in healthcare

NIS 2

NIS2 The new European Digital Resilience Directive

IBP FO

Digitally safe learning and working