DATA PROTECTION SERVICES
ART25 Data Protection & Nordic Assurance Certification ™
Certification Summary
Issued by Art25 Consulting AB, Stockholm, Sweden
The Art25 Data Protection & Nordic Assurance Certification™ is a formal verification awarded to organizations that have implemented key data protection practices aligned with the world’s best practices of data protection. It provides a clear structure for demonstrating accountability, operational readiness, and alignment with global best practices.
Born in Sweden, the first country to enact a data protection law in 1973, and grounded in the principles of the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and ISO/IEC 27701, this certification confirms that your organization has implemented essential controls for data governance and privacy management, carefully tailored to your size, sector, operational scope, jurisdiction, and applicable legal obligations.
Developed and conducted by Art25 Consulting AB 559498 - 3891, a Stockholm-based advisory firm, the certification process is led by a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) and certified member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP), the world’s leading certifying body for privacy and data protection professionals.”
Certification is valid for 12 months and may be renewed through reassessment.
Certification Roadmap
A structured and collaborative process from assessment to recognition.
Our certification process is designed to be transparent, tailored, and practical. ensuring your organization builds lasting internal capacity while aligning with globally recognized standards.
Phase 1: Discovery & Scoping
We begin with a focused consultation to understand your organization’s structure, sector-specific risks, and existing data protection practices. The scope of the certification is defined, and key contacts are identified.
Phase 2: Assessment & Evidence Review
Our consultants conduct a structured review based on GDPR principles and ISO/IEC 27701 controls. This includes documentation analysis, stakeholder interviews, and gap identification across data governance, security measures, and privacy controls.
Phase 3: Findings & Recommendations
You receive a detailed findings report highlighting strengths, areas for improvement, and concrete recommendations. This helps you address gaps before final certification, if needed, with optional support from Art25.
Phase 4: Certification Issuance
Once key practices are verified, we issue the Art25 Data Protection & Nordic Assurance Certification™. The certificate is valid for 12 months and includes a formal letter of verification, scoring level (Bronze / Silver / Gold), and the option to publish your certification status.
Phase 5: Renewal & Maturity Review
Organizations are invited to renew their certification annually. We offer an optional maturity review to measure progress and guide next steps toward deeper integration, policy refinement, or international alignment.
Disclaimer:
The Art25 Data Protection & Nordic Assurance Certification™ is independently issued by Art25 Consulting AB 559498 - 3891 Sweden. It is not affiliated with any government or regulatory authority. “Nordic Assurance” reflects alignment with Nordic data protection values and international standards (GDPR, ISO/IEC 27701). While the certification does not constitute a legal compliance guarantee, it affirms that the organization is aligned with internationally recognized best practices and is demonstrably on the right track toward GDPR regulatory compliance and robust security posture.
Benefits to your organization
Stakeholder Trust and Market Credibility
Signal to clients, regulators, investors, and partners that your organization takes data protection seriously and meets global standards in governance and accountability.