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Wrapping up AISA Cybercon Melbourne 2025: Building trust in the age of data, privacy and AI
The spotlight at AISA Cybercon 2025 Melbourne was on Intertek SAI Global’s launch of the Data Trust Tricertification, a first-of-its-kind, integrated certification pathway designed to help organisations protect data, safeguard privacy, and govern artificial intelligence (AI) with confidence.
The new certification program brings together three globally recognised standards under one comprehensive framework:
ISO/IEC 27001 – Information Security Management Systems
ISO/IEC 27701 – Privacy Information Management Systems
ISO/IEC 42001 – AI Management Systems
Delivered under Intertek SAI Global’s exclusive and widely-recognised 5 Ticks StandardsMark™, this integrated certification offers organisations an independent and verified way to demonstrate robust governance across their data, privacy, and AI operations.
“As data and AI continue to transform the way businesses operate, building and demonstrating trust has never been more critical,” said Dr. Anand Shankaran, Vice President – Intertek Inform and Business Assurance, Australasia. “Our Data Trust Tricertification gives organisations a clear, structured pathway to ensure their systems, data, and AI frameworks meet the highest global benchmarks of integrity and assurance.”
Insights from the Intertek SAI Global Knowledge Sharing Hub
AISA Cybercon 2025 wasn’t just about technology, it was about trust, leadership, and resilience. At the Knowledge Sharing Hub, Intertek SAI Global experts explored practical steps organisations can take to strengthen their cyber foundations.
From risk to resilience: Practical steps for building cyber trust with AI, ISMS, and Privacy
Session with Dr. Anand Shankaran
In an era where artificial intelligence, information security, and privacy regulations are converging faster than ever, Dr. Shankaran guided leaders through a practical roadmap for building trust and resilience, even with limited resources.
“As your technology gets smarter, with concepts such as AI, it’s your job as an organisational leader to ensure its trusted,” said Dr. Shankaran. “Through innovative pathways like our Data Trust Tricertification and Intertek’s AI² — the world’s first independent end-to-end assurance program — we’re giving clients a competitive advantage with smarter, safer, trusted AI solutions that enable them to power ahead.”
His session provided a clear and actionable approach for leaders to integrate trust and governance across their digital ecosystems.
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From compliance to confidence: Using audits to strengthen cyber resilience
Session with Hussain Riaz
For many small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and not-for-profits, audits can feel like a burden. But as auditor and cybersecurity professional Hussain Riaz explained, the right approach turns audits into an opportunity for growth.
“Audits build organisational muscle memory for cyber resilience,” Hussain shared. “They’re not just about compliance, they’re about credibility. Through audits, organisations can uncover hidden gaps, create a roadmap for improvement, and strengthen confidence among funders, partners, and clients.”
Hussain’s session reframed audits as a powerful tool to transform compliance into confidence and accelerate cyber maturity.
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Ahead of the curve: How early ISO adoption builds cyber leadership
Session with Alan Lamb
Cyber leadership isn’t reserved for the largest organisations. In his session, Alan Lamb demonstrated how early adoption of ISO cybersecurity frameworks can empower smaller organisations to lead with confidence and credibility.
“Small and medium businesses and not-for-profits don’t need to wait for mandates to strengthen cyber resilience,” Alan said. “Early ISO adoption helps them build trust, reduce risk, and lead with confidence. Frameworks like ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, and ISO/IEC 42001 turn compliance into a platform for credibility and innovation.”
His message echoed the theme of the conference: in cybersecurity, leadership belongs to those who move first.
Moving forward: Trust as a strategic advantage
From the launch of the Data Trust Tricertification to the actionable insights shared by experts across the event, AISA Cybercon 2025 Melbourne made one thing clear, trust is now the cornerstone of cyber resilience.
Whether through integrated governance, independent audits, or proactive ISO adoption, organisations that prioritise data integrity, privacy, and AI ethics are not just staying compliant, they’re earning confidence from customers, partners, and stakeholders alike.
FAQs: ISO Standards, AI Governance & Cyber Certification
- What is the Data Trust Tricertification by Intertek SAI Global?
It’s an integrated certification pathway combining ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27701, and ISO/IEC 42001 to help organisations manage information security, privacy, and AI governance in one cohesive framework. Once certified by Intertek SAI Global, organisations can proudly display the exclusive Data Trust Tricertification 5 Ticks StandardsMark™ – demonstrating to customers and stakeholders their commitment to data privacy, information security, and responsible AI governance.
- How does ISO/IEC 27001 improve cybersecurity?
ISO/IEC 27001 sets out best practices for establishing and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS), ensuring sensitive data is protected from breaches and threats. - What is ISO/IEC 27701, and why is it important?
ISO/IEC 27701 extends ISO/IEC 27001 to include privacy controls, helping organisations comply with data protection laws and build customer trust through responsible privacy management. - What does ISO/IEC 42001 cover?
ISO/IEC 42001 is the world’s first international standard for AI management systems, providing a governance framework for safe, ethical, and trustworthy AI operations. - Why is early adoption of ISO standards beneficial?
Early adoption allows organisations to proactively build resilience, reduce risk, and gain a competitive edge by demonstrating strong governance and trustworthiness before compliance becomes mandatory. - How can audits improve cyber resilience?
Audits identify vulnerabilities, assess compliance, and foster a culture of continual improvement, turning compliance exercises into valuable opportunities for organisational growth. By having strong cyber-governance in place, your organisation is better equipped to deal with breaches and attacks – minimising the impact on your brand, stakeholders and customers.