Risk and continuity management

Risk management within the ISMS

Risk management forms a core and foundational element of the Information Security Management System (ISMS) at Fellow Digitals. It provides the basis for informed decision‑making on information security and privacy, and underpins the selection, prioritization, and evaluation of security controls across the organization.

Risk identification and assessment

We apply a structured, risk‑based approach in which information security and privacy risks are systematically identified, analyzed, assessed, treated, and monitored. Risk identification is supported by inputs such as context and stakeholder analysis, threat analysis, changes to systems or services, and relevant internal or external developments. This ensures that risks are assessed in relation to their potential impact on confidentiality, integrity, availability, and privacy.

Risk‑based application of ISMS controls

Risk assessment outcomes directly influence key ISMS elements, including the definition of scope, the applicability of controls as documented in the Statement of Applicability (SoA), and the prioritization of improvement measures. This approach ensures that security and privacy measures are proportionate and aligned with the organization’s risk appetite, rather than applying uniform measures without regard to risk.

Risk treatment decisions

Risk treatment decisions are made consciously and may include accepting, mitigating, avoiding, or transferring risks, depending on their nature and significance. These decisions support transparency, accountability, and consistency in how risks are managed across the organization.

Business impact and continuity management

Business continuity is an integral part of the risk‑based approach within the Information Security Management System (ISMS). As part of risk management, business impact considerations are used to identify critical information, systems, and dependencies that may affect the continuity of services.

Fellow Digitals applies a structured approach to business impact analysis, assessing the potential impact of disruptions on information security, privacy, and service availability. This supports the identification of critical components and dependencies, including reliance on suppliers and cloud services.

Based on these assessments, continuity measures are defined to support resilience and recovery in the event of incidents or disruptions. Business continuity considerations are aligned with risk treatment decisions and contribute to ensuring that essential services can be maintained or restored when preventive measures are insufficient.

Review and reassessment of risks

Risks and treatment decisions are periodically reviewed as part of ISMS governance. Changes in the threat landscape, regulatory environment, or organizational context trigger reassessment where necessary, ensuring that risk management remains current and effective.

Through this risk‑based approach, Fellow Digitals ensures that information security and privacy are managed proactively and coherently, forming the backbone of the ISMS and supporting trust, compliance, and continuity.