Risk and Compliance Services

Consulting and implementation services across a range of international standards and compliance frameworks to help organisations in Bristol and South West build robust, secure, and compliant operations.

Why Compliance Matters More Than Ever

24% increase in ransomware attacks in Q2 2024, predominantly affecting UK businesses
£3.53 million, average data breach cost in the UK in 2024
50% of UK businesses experienced cyber security breaches in the last 12 months
£21 billion per year estimated cyber crime cost for UK businesses
Most targeted industries include healthcare, finance, retail, education, energy, government, and manufacturing - key sectors throughout Bristol and the South West.

How Compliance Benefits Your Business

Protects Your Business: Strengthen your security posture and reduce operational risks. Meeting industry standards like GDPR, ISO 27001, or Cyber Essentials helps you identify vulnerabilities before they become costly breaches.
Builds Customer Trust: Demonstrating a commitment to compliance builds trust with customers and stakeholders, improving your brand reputation.
Increase Operational Efficiency: Adhering to compliance standards offers benefits in terms of operational efficiency through streamlined processes, risk reduction and optimised resource allocation.
Reduces Cybersecurity Insurance Premiums: With cyber insurance costs rising, a documented compliance program demonstrates your commitment to security. Insurance providers can easily audit your processes, potentially reducing your premiums significantly.

Our Compliance Team

With over 30 years of combined experience in information security, governance, and regulatory frameworks, our compliance team helps businesses navigate complex requirements with confidence.

Amanda Anderson

Amanda has over 15 years’ experience in compliance, specialising in GDPR, information security, business governance, and legal standards. She has a proven ability to design, implement, and manage compliance programmes that align regulatory obligations with business strategy. Her expertise lies in embedding compliance into organisational culture, enabling teams to meet their responsibilities confidently while supporting operational resilience and sustainable growth. Amanda holds an LLB qualification.

Scott Anderson

Scott is a Compliance Officer with extensive experience in operations, resource management, and strategic business development. He leads initiatives that align organisational performance with industry standards, ensuring compliance across all departments and processes. He specialises in implementing ISO frameworks and streamlining cross-functional operations. Combining technical expertise with an understanding of regulatory obligations, Scott helps build resilient systems that enhance audit readiness, operational efficiency, and growth.

David Reed

David is a Senior Manager with 15+ years’ experience in Estates, Health & Safety, and Environmental Management. A NEBOSH Diploma holder and IOSH/IEMA member, he leads ISO9001 and 27001 certifications and risk management frameworks. He’s worked on major capital projects, including a healthcare Wi-Fi rollout across critical healthcare estates, coordinating subcontractors and safeguarding life-critical systems. He provides strategic direction on fire safety, environmental auditing, and planned preventive maintenance.

Key Compliance Standards We Support

At Impact IT Solutions, we help organisations implement, manage, and maintain internationally recognised compliance standards. Whether you are working towards certification for the first time or improving an existing management system, our consultants provide practical, audit-ready support tailored to how your business operates.

Our compliance services cover quality, environmental responsibility, business continuity, health and safety, AI governance, and data protection.

ISO 27001 – Information Security Management System (ISMS)

ISO 27001 is the internationally recognised standard for Information Security Management Systems, helping organisations protect sensitive data, manage security risks, and demonstrate a structured approach to information security.

We support businesses in designing, implementing, and maintaining a practical ISMS that strengthens security posture, supports compliance, and prepares your organisation for ISO 27001 certification.

How we support ISO 27001 implementation:

ISO 27001 gap analysis and information security risk assessments
ISMS design and implementation tailored to your organisation, industry, and risk profile
Information security policy and procedure development
Control reviews aligned with ISO 27001 requirements and Annex A controls
Internal audits and certification readiness reviews
Ongoing compliance management to maintain and continually improve your ISMS

ISO 22301 – Business Continuity Management System (BCMS)

ISO 22301 provides a framework for Business Continuity Management, helping organisations prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruption.

We help businesses develop robust business continuity plans, disaster recovery processes, and resilience strategies to minimise downtime and protect critical operations.

How we support ISO 22301 implementation:

Business Impact Analysis and continuity risk assessments
Business continuity planning and disaster recovery planning
Scenario testing, tabletop exercises, and incident simulations
Continuity strategy development and recovery objectives
Ongoing review, maintenance, internal audits, and certification support

ISO 42001 - AI Management System (AIMS)

ISO 42001 is the international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems, helping organisations govern AI responsibly, ethically, and transparently.

We help businesses adopt, manage, and monitor AI systems with appropriate governance, accountability, risk management, and compliance controls.

How we support ISO 42001 implementation:

AI risk assessments and governance framework development
Responsible AI policy and procedure development
AI accountability, transparency, and oversight controls
Integration with ISO 27001, data protection, and security controls
Ongoing monitoring, internal audits, and compliance readiness support

ISO 9001 - Quality Management Systems (QMS)

ISO 9001 is the internationally recognised standard for Quality Management Systems, helping organisations improve consistency, efficiency, customer satisfaction, and continual improvement.

We support businesses in building structured, practical, and customer-focused processes that align with operational goals while meeting ISO 9001 certification requirements.

How we support ISO 9001 implementation:

End-to-end ISO 9001 implementation and certification support
Process mapping and operational workflow improvement
KPI development, performance monitoring and reporting
Internal audits and ongoing compliance management
Integration with other ISO standards for a single management system

ISO 14001 - Environmental Management System (EMS)

ISO 14001 helps organisations manage environmental responsibilities, reduce environmental impact, meet regulatory obligations, and embed sustainability into day-to-day operations.

Our ISO 14001 consultancy services help you identify environmental risks, maintain compliance, and demonstrate a clear commitment to environmental performance.

How we support ISO 14001 compliance:

Environmental aspect and impact assessments
Compliance obligations register and legal requirements tracking
Environmental policy, objectives, and environmental improvement plans
Ongoing audit, monitoring, and certification support
Integration with wider business and compliance management systems

ISO 45001 - Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OH&S)

ISO 45001 helps organisations create safer working environments, reduce workplace risks, and meet occupational health and safety obligations.

Our ISO 45001 consultancy services support the development of practical health and safety management systems that protect employees, improve compliance, and encourage continual improvement.

How we support ISO 45001 compliance:

Risk assessments and hazard identification
Health & safety policy and procedure development
Incident management and reporting frameworks
Internal audits and continual improvement planning

ISO 27701 - Privacy Information Management System

ISO 27701 extends ISO 27001 to support the management of privacy and personal data protection. It helps organisations demonstrate accountability, transparency, and effective governance over personal data processing activities.

We support businesses in strengthening their data protection framework, embedding privacy into everyday operations, and aligning with GDPR and wider privacy requirements.

How we support ISO 27701 compliance:

Extension of ISO 27001 to include privacy controls and governance
Development and management of Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)
Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and risk management
Data Processing Agreement (DPA) reviews and supplier compliance
Policy and procedure development aligned to GDPR requirements
Ongoing audit, monitoring, and compliance support

Cyber Essentials & Cyber Essentials Plus Certification Support

Cyber Essentials is a UK government-backed certification scheme that helps organisations protect against common cyber threats and demonstrate a commitment to basic cyber security controls.

We support businesses in preparing for Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus certification by reviewing current controls, identifying gaps, and helping implement practical improvements across your systems, users, and devices.

How we support Cyber Essentials certification:

Cyber Essentials pre-assessment review against certification requirements
Gap analysis and practical remediation action plan
Firewall and internet gateway configuration guidance
Secure configuration of systems, devices, and software
User access control review and improvement support
Malware protection checks and recommendations
Patch management and software update guidance
Cyber Essentials self-assessment questionnaire support
Evidence preparation and certification readiness support

How we support Cyber Essentials Plus certification:

Cyber Essentials Plus technical audit preparation
Pre-audit vulnerability checks and remediation planning
Support fixing weaknesses in firewalls, patching, access controls, and anti-malware protection
Coordination with the Cyber Essentials Plus certification body
Support for external vulnerability scans and internal vulnerability assessments
Review of anti-malware, user access, and secure configuration controls
Audit-ready documentation and evidence pack preparation

GDPR Compliance – General Data Protection Regulation

The General Data Protection Regulation helps organisations manage personal data lawfully, transparently, and securely while demonstrating accountability and reducing data protection risk.

We support businesses in strengthening their GDPR compliance framework, improving data handling practices, and embedding privacy into everyday operations.

How we support GDPR compliance:

Personal data mapping and data flow documentation
Data Protection Impact Assessments and privacy risk assessments
Privacy policy, privacy notice, and consent framework development
Subject Access Request handling and response support
GDPR awareness training tailored by role and responsibility
Outsourced DPO-as-a-Service support
Ongoing data protection compliance management and regulatory readiness

Simplify compliance. Reduce risk. Stay audit-ready.

Impact IT Solutions’ end-to-end Compliance as a Service (CaaS) helps your business meet and maintain regulatory and certification requirements across data protection, information security, business continuity, AI governance, and cybersecurity standards.

Whether you’re seeking certification, preparing for an audit, or managing ongoing compliance, we provide the tools, expertise, and support to keep you on track.

Ongoing Compliance, Built-In

Most providers help you pass an audit. We go further.

Our CaaS offering ensures your business remains compliant all year round with automated monitoring, policy upkeep, risk reporting, and hands-on expert support. It’s compliance as a service, not a one-time checklist.

Book a free compliance sprint to learn how we can help reduce your risk, save time, and achieve certification with confidence.

How We Work

With decades of experience in IT, security and transformation, Impact IT Solutions is your partner for your entire compliance & IT journey.

Discover & Assess

We take time to thoroughly understand your business, review your existing policies and identify compliance gaps against UK and global standards.

Evaluate & Prioritise

We rank risks by impact and likelihood, focusing on the actions that will protect your operations first.

Plan & Implement

We create a practical, step-by-step compliance roadmap with timelines, responsibilities, and tailored solutions — then put it into action.

Monitor & Improve

We track progress, report results, and provide clear recommendations for ongoing compliance and future regulatory updates.

What's Included

Gap Assessment and Onboarding

Initial review of current controls, risks, and regulatory requirements
Tailored compliance roadmap

Policy and Process Management

Ready to use templates (GDPR, security policies and more)
Ongoing review and update service

Real Time Monitoring and Alerts

Compliance dashboard
Risk scoring and control status tracking

Audit-Readiness and Reporting

Document pack generation
Support with external audits or client due diligence

Continuous Improvement

Quarterly reviews
New regulation alerts and adaptation support