Partners and certifications

Ekco is certified to ISO/IEC, the leading information security management standard.

Data is the lifeblood of modern business, so it’s crucial that we handle and manage your data effectively. ISO/IEC 27001 is a widely recognised security management framework and standard that specifies security management best practices and comprehensive security controls.

Our ISO/IEC 27001 certification ensures that information security is aligned with international best practices and business objectives. This demonstrates that the most up-to-date, extensive cyber security controls are implemented ensuring that we protect data to the highest standards.

All Ekco data centres are ISO/IEC 27001 certified, ensuring you have ISO 27001 level protection at every turn. Our ISO/IEC 27001 certification applies to all Ekco office locations and is reassessed by an independent body every year.

Ekco is certified to ISO/IEC 20000-1, the leading IT service management standard.

ISO/IEC 20000-1 is the international standard for IT service management, specifying best practices for the effective delivery of managed services. It establishes a framework for planning, implementing, operating, monitoring, reviewing, and improving service management processes to ensure services meet both customer needs and business objectives.

Our ISO/IEC 20000-1 certification demonstrates our commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality IT services, with an emphasis on continual improvement and service reliability. This certification covers select Ekco services and is reassessed annually by an independent body, ensuring we maintain the highest standards in service management.

Ekco is certified to ISO 9001, the globally recognised quality management standard.

ISO 9001 sets out the criteria for a quality management system, focused on consistently meeting customer expectations and enhancing satisfaction. It specifies requirements for establishing a systematic approach to quality management, aiming to improve processes, deliver better outcomes, and drive continual improvement across the organisation.

Our ISO 9001 certification demonstrates our commitment to maintaining high-quality standards for specific services at Ekco. This certification is independently assessed on an annual basis, ensuring that we continually uphold best practices and deliver services that meet the highest quality benchmarks.

Ekco is certified to ISO 14001, the leading environmental management standard.

ISO 14001 sets the framework for an effective environmental management system, helping organisations reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainability. It outlines requirements for establishing policies and practices that minimise environmental risks and improve resource efficiency.

Our ISO 14001 certification demonstrates Ekco’s commitment to sustainable practices at select locations. This certification is independently reassessed every year to ensure we maintain the highest standards in environmental management and continuously work towards reducing our ecological footprint.

Ekco is certified by the UK government-backed Cyber Essentials initiative.

The Cyber Essentials accreditation was created to ensure the highest standards of IT security are in place to safeguard the digital economy. With the threat of cyber-attacks today, it’s essential to implement the very best security measures – and not just the essentials.

By implementing Cyber Essentials, we can drive productivity in line with best practices, preventing common breaches while identifying and eliminating threats. This allows us to focus on optimising systems and services for our customers.

This accreditation demonstrates that Ekco are equipped to mitigate the risk from common cyber threats to your data by ensuring that we are at the forefront of cyber risk prevention.

This accreditation demonstrates that we’re at the forefront of cyber risk management, keeping your data safe from common cyber threats.

Ekco is certified by the UK government-backed Cyber Essentials Plus initiative.

Cyber Essentials Plus builds on the Cyber Essentials accreditation, adding a higher level of assurance through a hands-on technical verification. It ensures that our IT security measures go beyond the basics to safeguard against cyber threats. This enhanced certification is designed to provide even greater protection for businesses in today’s digital landscape.

By achieving Cyber Essentials Plus, we demonstrate our commitment to implementing stringent security measures, helping to prevent common breaches and mitigate the risk of cyber-attacks. This certification reassures our customers that we meet advanced standards of cyber risk prevention, keeping your data secure against evolving threats.

Ekco holds a valid ISAE 3402 Type 2 Report related to specific services.

International Standard on Assurance Engagements 3402 (ISAE 3402) is an internationally recognised standard on controls assurance. ISAE 3402 is part of a family of related standards, collectively referred to as ‘System and Organisation Controls (SOC) reporting’. ISAE 3402 provides assurance to Ekco customers that Ekco has adequate internal controls, procedures, and monitoring related to IT and associated service delivery.

An ISAE 3402 audit report is regarded as an indicator of qualify for prospective customers.