The Influence of Information Security Management System Implementation on the Financial Performance of Indian Companies: Examining the Moderating Effect of National Culture

The extensive focus on information technology (IT) within organizations, along with the substantial significance of information security issues, has made information security a top priority for executives. The International Organization for Standardization 27001 (ISO-27001) policy outlines the requi...

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Published in:Sustainability 2024-10, Vol.16 (20), p.9058
Main Authors: Duggal, Kanika, Myeong, Seunghwan
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Accreditation
Business enterprises
Collectivism
Corporate culture
Cybersecurity
Data integrity
Data security
Decision making
Digital technology
Economic aspects
Efficiency
Employees
Femininity
Finance
Individualism
Influence
Information management
Information systems
ISO standards
Management
Network security
Organizational effectiveness
Safety and security measures
Security management
Small & medium sized enterprises-SME
Variables
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Summary:The extensive focus on information technology (IT) within organizations, along with the substantial significance of information security issues, has made information security a top priority for executives. The International Organization for Standardization 27001 (ISO-27001) policy outlines the requirements for an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS). Implementing an ISMS not only enhances the overall profitability of a firm, but it also has a significant impact in various scenarios. In this study, we examined how ISMS implementation can assist corporations financially, with a specific focus on the moderating effect of Indian national culture. We analyzed financial performance following ISMS and ISO-27001 implementation using sample data from 420 Indian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). By analyzing 256 survey questionnaires from 420 SMEs, we found that national culture amplifies the strong interaction between ISMS implementation and SME performance in India. We found that ISMS implementation increased the profitability of recognized Indian firms, supporting study hypotheses. The findings provide valuable insights for SMEs seeking to enhance financial performance through ISMS implementation, emphasizing the moderating role of national culture in shaping these outcomes.
ISSN:2071-1050
2071-1050
DOI:10.3390/su16209058