And why it is essential for electronic invoicing
In the digital age, information security has become a major issue for all businesses. As electronic invoicing becomes more widespread in France (with the progressive obligation to do so from 2026), issues relating to the confidentiality, integrity and availability of data are becoming critical. This is where ISO/IEC 27001 certification comes into its own.
ISO 27001: an international standard for information security
ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard that defines the requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining and improving an Information Security Management System (ISMS). In particular, it covers :
- Information risk management
- Security policies
- Data access control
- Security incident management
- Business continuity
The aim: to protect sensitive data (whether digital or physical), and ensure that it can only be accessed by authorised persons.
Why is ISO 27001 certification important for electronic invoicing?
Electronic invoicing involves the exchange of sensitive data (amounts, tax identifiers, customer details, etc.) between companies, customers, suppliers and intermediary platforms. These exchanges must be secure and comply with regulations, in particular the RGPD and the reform of electronic invoicing in France.
That’s why ISO 27001 certification is a guarantee of confidence:
1. Protection against cyber attacks
Cyber threats to billing systems (ransomware, data leaks, etc.) are on the increase. An ISO 27001-certified service provider has put in place rigorous measures to prevent, detect and respond to incidents.
2. Regulatory compliance
As part of the reform of electronic invoicing, operators (PDP, Platerforme de Dématérialisation Partenaire) must demonstrate a high level of security. ISO 27001 certification is often a prerequisite or a differentiating criterion in the authorisation process.
3. Greater customer confidence
For a document management solutions publisher or dematerialisation operator like Azopio, ISO 27001 certification reassures customers that their data is being processed in line with international best practice.
4. Internal structure
Achieving certification requires the company to put in place clear, documented and auditable processes, which improves the overall quality of its services.
ISO 27001 and Azopio: a proactive approach to security
At Azopio, the security of your documents and accounting data is a priority. Through our intelligent document capture, automated pre-accounting and archiving solution, we handle sensitive data on a daily basis.
Our commitment to security is part of an ongoing process of compliance and transparency. ISO 27001 certification is a benchmark we are working towards to guarantee you :
- Confidentiality of your accounting documents
- Integrity of data exchanged with your management tools (accounting software, ERP, etc.)
- The traceability and resilience of our infrastructure
In conclusion
ISO 27001 certification is more than just a label: it’s a structured and demanding process that guarantees that the data you entrust to your service provider is protected in accordance with international standards. At a time when electronic invoicing is becoming the norm, choosing a partner that is ISO 27001 certified, or committed to this approach, is a strategic move to secure your business.
