ISO 28000 — Supply Chain Security Management System

Overview

ISO 28000 is an international supply chain security management standard that enables organizations to establish, implement, maintain, and improve security controls throughout their supply chain operations.

Why it Matters

ISO 28000 provides a structured framework for organizations to assess, manage, and mitigate security risks across diverse supply chain operations. Key benefits include:

• Strengthen supply chain governance

Establish clear accountability and improve oversight of security practices throughout the entire supply chain network.

• Improve regulatory compliance

Support compliance with national and international regulations by aligning supply chain security processes with recognized global standards.

• Enhance risk mitigation

Enable ongoing risk identification and mitigation, reducing vulnerability to supply chain disruptions and security incidents.

• Increase operational resilience

Bolster the organization’s ability to manage and recover from security events that could impact business continuity or delivery commitments.

• Protect cargo and assets

Safeguard physical goods, information, and infrastructure against threats such as theft, tampering, and unauthorized access.

How it Works

ISO 28000 structures supply chain security management through a comprehensive management system model incorporating key elements such as risk assessment, security controls, and documented processes with continuous improvement cycles.

Key Elements

• Security Management System Structure

Specifies the overarching framework for managing supply chain security policies, objectives, and documentation.

• Risk Assessment Processes

Outlines procedures for identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing risks throughout supply chain operations.

• Asset and Cargo Protection Measures

Defines requirements for safeguarding physical assets and ensuring cargo integrity across the supply chain.

• Performance Monitoring and Improvement

Organizes processes for ongoing evaluation, measurement, and continual improvement of security management practices.

Framework Scope

ISO 28000 is adopted by manufacturers, logistics providers, and organizations with complex supply chain operations requiring systematic security management.

Framework Objectives

ISO 28000 provides a management system framework for securing and strengthening supply chain operations across industries.

• Enhance supply chain security through effective risk management and security controls
• Safeguard assets and cargo integrity by mitigating security-related threats and vulnerabilities
• Support regulatory compliance with applicable legal and industry requirements
• Improve operational resilience and ensure continuity in supply chain activities