Compliance Frameworks - ISO 27001, NIST CSF & COSO ERM

Flow includes a comprehensive library of compliance frameworks with pre-built risks, controls, and multi-framework mappings. Accelerate your compliance journey with industry-standard templates and cross-framework alignment.

Overview

Flow's framework library provides:

• 21 Risk Library Items with detailed descriptions and controls
• 17 Control Library Items with implementation guidance
• 8 Major Frameworks with realistic cross-mappings
• Multi-framework Support for complex compliance requirements
• Customizable Content to match organizational needs

Supported Frameworks

Information Security Frameworks

ISO 27001 - Information Security Management

• Scope: Comprehensive information security management
• Controls: 114 security controls across 14 domains
• Use Cases: Global standard for ISMS implementation
• Industries: All sectors requiring information security

NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF)

• Scope: Cybersecurity risk management
• Functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover
• Use Cases: US federal agencies and critical infrastructure
• Industries: Healthcare, financial services, energy

OWASP - Open Web Application Security Project

• Scope: Web application security
• Focus: Top 10 web application security risks
• Use Cases: Secure software development
• Industries: Technology, SaaS, web applications

Enterprise Risk Management

COSO ERM - Enterprise Risk Management

• Scope: Holistic enterprise risk management
• Components: Governance, strategy, performance, review, information
• Use Cases: Executive-level risk management
• Industries: Public companies, financial institutions

ISO 31000 - Risk Management Principles

• Scope: Universal risk management principles
• Focus: Risk management framework and process
• Use Cases: Organizational risk management foundation
• Industries: All sectors requiring structured risk management

FAIR - Factor Analysis of Information Risk

• Scope: Quantitative information risk analysis
• Focus: Risk quantification and measurement
• Use Cases: Cyber risk quantification and reporting
• Industries: Technology, financial services

Regulatory Compliance

GDPR - General Data Protection Regulation

• Scope: Data protection and privacy (EU)
• Requirements: Data subject rights, privacy by design
• Use Cases: EU data processing compliance
• Industries: Any organization processing EU personal data

SOC 2 - Service Organization Controls

• Scope: Service provider security and availability
• Principles: Security, availability, processing integrity
• Use Cases: Service provider compliance
• Industries: Cloud services, SaaS, managed services

Framework Library Content

Risk Library (21 Items)

Cybersecurity Risks

• Data breach due to weak access controls
• Malware infection from email attachments
• DDoS attacks affecting service availability
• Insider threats and privileged access abuse
• Third-party vendor security vulnerabilities

Operational Risks

• Business continuity disruption
• Supply chain failure or interruption
• Key personnel departure or unavailability
• Process failure causing service degradation
• Facility damage or inaccessibility

Compliance Risks

• Regulatory violation and resulting fines
• Data privacy law non-compliance
• Audit findings and remediation requirements
• Contract breach and legal liability
• Industry standard non-conformance

Financial Risks

• Market volatility affecting investments
• Credit risk from customer defaults
• Liquidity constraints affecting operations
• Foreign exchange rate fluctuations
• Interest rate changes impacting costs

Strategic Risks

• Competitive pressure reducing market share
• Technology disruption affecting business model
• Reputation damage from public incidents
• Innovation failure in product development
• Customer concentration risk

Control Library (17 Items)

Access Controls

• Multi-factor authentication implementation
• Role-based access control (RBAC)
• Privileged access management (PAM)
• Regular access reviews and certifications

Data Protection

• Data encryption at rest and in transit
• Data loss prevention (DLP) systems
• Backup and recovery procedures
• Data retention and disposal policies

Monitoring and Detection

• Security information and event management (SIEM)
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems
• Vulnerability scanning and management
• Log monitoring and analysis

Incident Response

• Incident response plan and procedures
• Business continuity and disaster recovery
• Crisis communication protocols
• Forensic investigation capabilities

Governance and Compliance

• Policy management and approval processes
• Compliance monitoring and reporting
• Regular audit and assessment programs
• Training and awareness programs

Multi-framework Mapping

Cross-framework Alignment

Flow provides realistic mappings between frameworks:

Example: Data Encryption Control

• ISO 27001: A.10.1.1 Cryptographic controls
• NIST CSF: PR.DS-1 Data-at-rest protection
• SOC 2: CC6.1 Logical and physical access
• GDPR: Article 32 Security of processing

Benefits of Multi-mapping

• Avoid duplicate compliance efforts
• Demonstrate comprehensive coverage
• Identify control gaps across frameworks
• Streamline audit and assessment processes

Framework Coverage Analysis

Coverage Dashboard

• Percentage of framework requirements addressed
• Gaps requiring additional controls
• Overlapping requirements across frameworks
• Implementation priority recommendations

Gap Analysis

• Missing controls by framework
• Risk exposure from gaps
• Implementation effort estimates
• Compliance timeline planning

Library Import Process

Selective Import

Framework Selection

• Choose primary compliance framework
• Select additional secondary frameworks
• Identify specific requirements or domains
• Exclude irrelevant framework elements

Content Customization

• Modify descriptions for organizational context
• Adjust risk likelihood and impact ratings
• Update control implementation guidance
• Add organization-specific requirements

Bulk Import Workflow

Step 1: Framework Assessment

• Review available frameworks
• Identify organizational requirements
• Assess current compliance maturity
• Define implementation scope

Step 2: Content Selection

• Select relevant risks from library
• Choose applicable controls
• Map to organizational structure
• Identify customization needs

Step 3: Import and Customize

• Import selected framework content
• Customize descriptions and procedures
• Assign ownership and responsibility
• Set implementation timelines

Step 4: Validation and Approval

• Review imported content with stakeholders
• Validate organizational alignment
• Approve for operational use
• Begin implementation planning

Framework Implementation

Implementation Phases

Phase 1: Foundation

• Import relevant framework content
• Customize for organizational context
• Assign ownership and responsibility
• Establish baseline risk assessments

Phase 2: Control Implementation

• Deploy preventive controls
• Implement detective monitoring
• Establish corrective procedures
• Create documentation and procedures

Phase 3: Monitoring and Improvement

• Regular effectiveness assessments
• Continuous monitoring implementation
• Performance measurement and reporting
• Continuous improvement processes

Best Practices

Organizational Alignment

• Align frameworks with business objectives
• Consider industry requirements and standards
• Assess organizational risk appetite
• Plan for resource requirements

Implementation Strategy

• Prioritize high-risk areas first
• Phase implementation based on complexity
• Ensure adequate training and awareness
• Plan for regular reviews and updates

Framework Maintenance

Regular Updates

Framework Evolution

• Monitor framework updates and revisions
• Assess impact on current implementation
• Plan transition to new requirements
• Update organizational procedures

Control Effectiveness

• Regular assessment of control performance
• Update controls based on threat landscape
• Optimize controls for efficiency
• Remove obsolete or ineffective controls

Compliance Monitoring

Ongoing Assessment

• Regular compliance monitoring
• Automated control testing where possible
• Exception tracking and management
• Trend analysis and reporting

Audit Preparation

• Maintain evidence of compliance
• Regular internal assessments
• External audit coordination
• Corrective action management

Integration with Risk Management

Risk-Control Mapping

Automated Linkage

• Risks automatically linked to relevant controls
• Control effectiveness impacts residual risk
• Treatment planning includes control selection
• Gap analysis identifies missing controls

Framework Compliance

• Risks mapped to framework requirements
• Controls demonstrate compliance
• Gap analysis shows missing elements
• Reports formatted for framework audits

Compliance Reporting

Framework-specific Reports

• ISO 27001 compliance dashboard
• NIST CSF implementation status
• GDPR compliance monitoring
• SOC 2 control effectiveness

Multi-framework Views

• Cross-framework compliance summary
• Unified control effectiveness reporting
• Integrated gap analysis
• Consolidated audit preparation

Getting Started

Quick Start

1. Assess Requirements: Identify applicable frameworks
2. Select Content: Choose relevant risks and controls
3. Import Library: Bulk import selected framework content
4. Customize: Adapt content to organizational context
5. Assign Ownership: Designate responsible parties
6. Begin Implementation: Start with highest priority items

Advanced Configuration

1. Multi-framework Mapping: Establish cross-framework relationships
2. Custom Requirements: Add organization-specific requirements
3. Integration Setup: Connect with existing systems
4. Monitoring Configuration: Establish ongoing compliance monitoring
5. Reporting Setup: Configure framework-specific reports

Flow's compliance framework library accelerates your compliance journey while ensuring comprehensive coverage of industry standards and regulatory requirements.