Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) often face structural and resource-based challenges in delivering an effective internal audit program, particularly in information security.
Most SMEs do not have staff with the specialised knowledge required to interpret and apply the detailed requirements of standards such as ISO/IEC 27001.
Developing this expertise in-house requires a significant investment of time and money in training, not only to understand the technical and procedural elements of the standard but also to build auditing competence—often an entirely new discipline for existing staff.
In addition, maintaining the objectivity and independence needed for a credible audit process is difficult in smaller teams where roles often overlap. This can undermine the integrity and value of the audit findings.
Engaging external support addresses these challenges by introducing qualified professionals who are independent from day-to-day operations and who possess in-depth knowledge of ISO information security requirements. Their exposure to a wide range of industry practices enables them to bring practical, real-world insights that help SMEs strengthen their controls, align more closely with the standard, and continually improve their security posture.
Given the increasing importance of information security in today’s risk landscape, having access to this level of expertise is not just beneficial—it is essential.

We provide independent internal auditing tailored to your organisation’s needs and schedule.
Our team offers guidance on audit methods to ensure full alignment with ISO requirements and can perform iso 27001 internal auditing and ISO 9001 auditing.. Each audit includes a detailed report highlighting your organisation’s strengths, weaknesses, and any nonconformities.
By outsourcing to us, you benefit from professional, impartial auditing while allowing your internal staff to stay focused on their core responsibilities—eliminating the need for costly training and maintaining objectivity.
We advise on various audit approaches that ensures your internal audit program conforms to the ISO requirements and that you get a detailed audit report that defines strengths, weaknesses and areas of nonconformance.
Are you looking for professional 2nd party audits to assess your ISO compliance and to support your organisations auditing requirements? Look no further than Integral Management Consulting. Our talented consultants have a wealth of experience in areas such as IT and Technology, Manufacturing , Software Development and Business Operations. Whether you need help with a specific project or are looking for ongoing support, we are here to help. We can perform iso 27001 internal auditing, iso 9001 auditing to support a regular audit programme.