Organizations can use a single set of policies and controls to satisfy the requirements of both standards, shrinking the workload by up to 50%.
Implementing ISO/IEC 27001 when ISO/IEC 20000-1 is already in place (or vice versa). Deploying both standards simultaneously. Integrating two separate, existing management systems. iso 27013 pdf
This is the most complex state, often occurring during company acquisitions. It requires a thorough comparison to ensure no mutually incompatible aspects exist. Organizations can use a single set of policies
Adopting the integrated approach outlined in the ISO/IEC 27013:2021 standard offers measurable operational and strategic advantages: Integrating two separate, existing management systems
Developing common processes—such as incident management, change management, and risk assessment—reduces the overall time and budget needed for implementation and auditing.
A significant hurdle is the differing use of terms like "asset." In ISO 27001, this refers to information assets, whereas in ISO 20000-1, it often refers to configuration items (CIs) or financial assets like software licenses. How to Access the Standard
If one system exists, the focus is on breaking it down into individual elements (scope, policies, resources) and identifying how they can support the new standard.