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ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II for AI email security

Security isn't just how a system is built — it's how it is governed, operated, and continuously proven. ReplyFabric is actively pursuing ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certification, with audits scheduled in the coming weeks.

ISO 27001 Certified. SOC 2 Type II in Progress.

Where ReplyFabric stands today

Two standards, one outcome

ReplyFabric is built in alignment with two internationally recognised standards, with external certification audits scheduled in the coming weeks. The controls are in place today — certification makes them independently verifiable.

ReplyFabric is pursuing…
  • 01
    ISO/IEC 27001
    Information Security Management System (ISMS) — a formal framework for managing security risks across the organisation. Certification audit scheduled.
  • 02
    SOC 2 Type II
    Independent audit of operational security controls, tested over an extended observation period. External audit scheduled.

Quick Answer

Why does AI email automation need certification?

AI systems processing email data introduce both technical risk — data handling, access, model interaction — and organisational risk — process, human oversight, accountability. Certification ensures security does not depend on individual decisions.

Certification roadmap

Where we are right now

We're transparent about the stage we're at. ReplyFabric's security architecture is operational today; independent certification is the next milestone, scheduled in the coming weeks.

  1. 01
    Controls implemented
    Encryption, access control, processing isolation, monitoring and ISMS controls are live in production today.
    Complete
  2. 02
    Internal readiness
    Policies documented, evidence collected, gap assessments completed against ISO 27001 and SOC 2 criteria.
    Complete
  3. 03
    External audit
    Independent auditor engaged. ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 Type II audits scheduled in the coming weeks.
    In progress
  4. 04
    Certification
    ISO 27001 certificate issued and SOC 2 Type II attestation report available on request.
    Next
Certifications & attestations

Governed by standards. Audit underway.

Security architecture defines how a system is built.

Certification proves how it is governed, operated, and controlled over time.

Controls in place
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Audit scheduled
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Certification next
ISO/IEC 27001

What is ISO 27001 in AI email systems?

ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard for managing information security through a formal Information Security Management System (ISMS). It's the system that says security isn't a feature — it's a governance discipline.

It ensures that security is:

  • Structured
  • Risk-driven
  • Continuously improved
  • Organisation-wide
What ISO 27001 enforces
01
Risk management
Security risks are continuously identified, assessed, and mitigated — never left informal.
02
Policies & controls
Formal governance of access control, encryption, data handling, and supplier risk.
03
Continuous improvement
Security evolves based on audits, incidents, and changing threats — not frozen at launch.
04
Organisation-wide scope
Security covers systems, people, and processes — not just infrastructure.
What SOC 2 Type II verifies
01
Control effectiveness over time
Controls are tested across a defined observation period — not sampled at one point.
02
Independent audit
A third-party auditor validates real-world operation, with documented evidence.
03
Evidence-based assurance
Every claim must be backed by logs, records, and traceable actions.
04
Operational discipline
Security is consistently applied in daily operations — no drift, no exceptions.
SOC 2 Type II

What is SOC 2 Type II, and why it matters for email AI?

SOC 2 Type II is an independent audit that verifies whether security controls actually work in practice over time. It's grounded in the Trust Services Criteria — five categories a service organisation's controls must meet.

Based on the Trust Services Criteria:

01Security02Availability03Processing Integrity04Confidentiality05Privacy
ISO 27001 vs SOC 2 Type II

What's the difference?

The two standards aren't competing — they're complementary. One defines how security is managed; the other proves that management actually works.

ISO/IEC 27001
The system

Defines how security is managed — policies, risk management, controls, governance.

Framework
+
=
SOC 2 Type II
The proof

Verifies that security works in practice — controls tested, evidence gathered, audit issued.

Attestation
Together, once audited
Secure by design · Secure in operation
Why certifications matter

Security that's not left to chance

AI systems processing email data carry technical and organisational risk. Certification closes both — making security systematic, traceable, and independent of any individual decision.

Without certification

Informal, inconsistent, unverified.

  • ×Security practices may be inconsistent
  • ×Risk management is informal and ad-hoc
  • ×No external validation of controls
  • ×Gaps surface only when something breaks
With certification

Structured, continuous, independently validated.

  • Security is systematic and documented
  • Risks are continuously managed
  • Controls are audited and proven
  • Gaps are detected and corrected proactively
Technical + Organisational
Controls in code · Governance on top

Security in ReplyFabric operates on two levels — and certification covers both.

Technical controls
Encryption, access control, secure processing, and system safeguards.
Organisational controls
Policies, risk management, audit processes, and continuous monitoring.
How this is enforced
Formal risk management
Threats identified, assessed, and treated through a documented ISMS — never ad-hoc.
Continuous monitoring
Control performance is measured in operation, not just at a point in time.
Independent audit
External auditors verify real-world evidence across the observation window.
Certification principles

How security is enforced in practice

Certification is not a label — it's a system that must continuously hold. These are the invariants the ISMS refuses to break, on every request, at every layer.

01
Structured security
Defined through formal systems, not ad-hoc decisions.
02
Risk-driven approach
Security evolves based on identified, assessed, and treated risks.
03
Continuous monitoring
Controls are actively measured and reviewed — never frozen.
04
Auditability
Every control is traceable and independently verifiable.
05
Operational consistency
Security is applied the same way, every day, across the organisation.
Enterprise readiness

Security standards for procurement and due diligence

ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II support enterprise adoption — turning internal security practice into the documentation, evidence, and processes procurement teams need.

What certification gives you
Ready for procurement & due diligence
  • Recognised vendor security standards
  • Independent audit evidence
  • Structured risk management processes
  • Documented policies and controls
How ReplyFabric supports you
Enterprise engagement, not just a login
  • Data Processing Agreements (DPA)
  • Security and architecture reviews
  • Custom data retention policies
  • Dedicated support and SLA options
Frequently asked questions

Common questions on certification and AI email

01Is AI email automation secure with ISO 27001 and SOC 2?
Yes — when implemented correctly. These certifications ensure that security controls are structured, continuously monitored, and independently validated. They don't replace good architecture; they prove the architecture is running as designed.
02Does certification guarantee security?
No. Certification does not replace security architecture. It ensures that security controls exist, are consistently applied, and are monitored and improved. Good certification sits on top of a secure design — not instead of it.
03Why is SOC 2 Type II important for AI systems?
Because it proves that controls actually work over time, not just in theory. AI systems handling sensitive email data need operational assurance — evidence that access control, encryption, and monitoring are applied consistently, every day.
04Is ReplyFabric certified today?
Not yet. ReplyFabric's security architecture, ISMS, and operational controls are live in production today. External audits for ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 Type II are scheduled in the coming weeks. We will publish certificates and the SOC 2 attestation report as soon as they are issued.
The outcome — after audit

Security you can verify

Once audited, certification turns internal security practice into externally validated trust. The evidence is out of our hands — and that's the point.

01
Secure by design
Architecture built on encryption, access control, and isolated processing.
02
Secure in operation
Controls tested in daily operation — not sampled once and filed.
03
Continuously improved
Audits, incidents, and monitoring feed back into the system.

Security designed for enterprise scrutiny.

ISO/IEC 27001 for the system. SOC 2 Type II for the proof. Controls built in from day one — external audits scheduled in the coming weeks.

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