ISO 31000

International

v2018

7 domains

43 controls

Risk management guidelines and principles

Unverified

ISO 31000 is a compliance framework from International with 7 domains and 43 controls that map to 171 other frameworks. The largest domains are Principles (9 controls), Process (8 controls), Framework (6 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.

Maintained by Gerard BlokdykControl text last updated 21 May 2026

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Framework Domains (7)

Framework

6 controls

Controls in the Framework domain of ISO 31000: 6 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-5.2	Leadership and commitment	Top management and oversight bodies demonstrate leadership and commitment.
ISO31000-5.3	Integration into the organisation	Integrate risk management based on understanding structures and context.
ISO31000-5.4	Design of framework	Design the framework considering external and internal context, commitment, roles, resources, communication.
ISO31000-5.5	Implementation	Implement the framework through a plan with timing, resources, and metrics.
ISO31000-5.6	Evaluation	Periodically measure framework performance against purpose, plans, and indicators.
ISO31000-5.7	Improvement	Adapt and continually improve the framework to address changes.

ISO 31000: Risk Assessment

5 controls

Identifying and analyzing risks (ISO 31000)

Controls in the ISO 31000: Risk Assessment domain of ISO 31000: 5 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-06	Risk identification methods	Risk identification methods. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Assessment.
ISO31000-07	Risk analysis and evaluation	Risk analysis and evaluation. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Assessment.
ISO31000-08	Risk criteria and thresholds	Risk criteria and thresholds. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Assessment.
ISO31000-09	Risk scenario development	Risk scenario development. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Assessment.
ISO31000-10	Risk interdependency analysis	Risk interdependency analysis. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Assessment.

ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance

5 controls

Establishing risk management framework (ISO 31000)

Controls in the ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance domain of ISO 31000: 5 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-01	Risk management policy and scope	Risk management policy and scope. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance.
ISO31000-02	Risk governance structure	Risk governance structure. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance.
ISO31000-03	Risk culture and communication	Risk culture and communication. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance.
ISO31000-04	Stakeholder requirements for risk	Stakeholder requirements for risk. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance.
ISO31000-05	Risk management integration	Risk management integration. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Framework & Governance.

ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review

5 controls

Ongoing monitoring and review of risks (ISO 31000)

Controls in the ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review domain of ISO 31000: 5 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-16	Risk monitoring procedures	Risk monitoring procedures. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review.
ISO31000-17	Risk reporting and communication	Risk reporting and communication. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review.
ISO31000-18	Risk register maintenance	Risk register maintenance. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review.
ISO31000-19	Continuous improvement of risk processes	Continuous improvement of risk processes. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review.
ISO31000-20	Management review of risk program	Management review of risk program. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Monitoring & Review.

ISO 31000: Risk Treatment

5 controls

Treating and managing identified risks (ISO 31000)

Controls in the ISO 31000: Risk Treatment domain of ISO 31000: 5 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-11	Risk treatment options and selection	Risk treatment options and selection. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Treatment.
ISO31000-12	Risk treatment plan development	Risk treatment plan development. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Treatment.
ISO31000-13	Residual risk acceptance	Residual risk acceptance. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Treatment.
ISO31000-14	Risk transfer and insurance	Risk transfer and insurance. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Treatment.
ISO31000-15	Control implementation and monitoring	Control implementation and monitoring. Control from ISO 31000 framework, domain: ISO 31000: Risk Treatment.

Principles

9 controls

Controls in the Principles domain of ISO 31000: 9 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-4.1	Risk management principles overview	Apply the eight ISO 31000 principles to guide value creating risk management.
ISO31000-4.2	Integrated principle	Integrate risk management into all organisational activities and decisions.
ISO31000-4.3	Structured and comprehensive principle	Use a structured approach to risk to produce consistent comparable outcomes.
ISO31000-4.4	Customised principle	Customise the framework and process to the organisation context and objectives.
ISO31000-4.5	Inclusive principle	Involve stakeholders to ensure their knowledge, views, and perceptions are considered.
ISO31000-4.6	Dynamic principle	Anticipate, detect, acknowledge, and respond to changes affecting risk.
ISO31000-4.7	Best available information principle	Base risk management on best available information acknowledging limitations.
ISO31000-4.8	Human and cultural factors principle	Recognise human and cultural factors influence all aspects of risk management.
ISO31000-4.9	Continual improvement principle	Continually improve risk management through learning and experience.

Process

8 controls

Controls in the Process domain of ISO 31000: 8 controls
Code	Title	Description
ISO31000-6.2	Communication and consultation	Ongoing communication and consultation with stakeholders throughout the process.
ISO31000-6.3	Scope, context and criteria	Establish scope, external and internal context, and risk criteria for the activity.
ISO31000-6.4.1	Risk identification	Find, recognise, and describe risks that might help or hinder objectives.
ISO31000-6.4.2	Risk analysis	Comprehend nature of risk and characteristics including likelihood, consequence, controls.
ISO31000-6.4.3	Risk evaluation	Compare analysis results with criteria to determine where additional action is required.
ISO31000-6.5	Risk treatment	Select and implement options to address risks and assess residual risk.
ISO31000-6.6	Monitoring and review	Monitor and review the process and the risks to assure quality and effectiveness.
ISO31000-6.7	Recording and reporting	Record and report risk management activities and outcomes to stakeholders.

Your Compliance Coverage

If you comply with ISO 31000, you already cover:

ISO/IEC 23894:2023

44%

19 controls mapped

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ISO 31000:2018

23%

10 controls mapped

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ISO 27005:2022

21%

9 controls mapped

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+ 168 more: NIST SP 800-39 (16%), NIST SP 800-37 (16%)

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Maps to 171 other frameworks

43 total controls

ISO/IEC 23894:2023

19 source controls mapped|31 target controls covered

44%

ISO 31000:2018

10 source controls mapped|9 target controls covered

23%

ISO 27005:2022

9 source controls mapped|7 target controls covered

21%

NIST SP 800-39

7 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

16%

NIST SP 800-37

7 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

16%

NIST SP 800-30

7 source controls mapped|6 target controls covered

16%

German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG)

7 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

16%

EASA Part-IS - Information Security in Aviation

7 source controls mapped|6 target controls covered

16%

South Korea ISMS-P

7 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

16%

ISO/IEC 27003:2017

7 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

16%

UK AI Regulation Framework

6 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

14%

SEC Climate Disclosure Rule

6 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

14%

Own Risk and Solvency Assessment (ORSA) - NAIC Model Act

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

OECD AI Principles

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

NRF Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Framework (National Retail Federation)

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

NIST SP 800-82 Revision 3: Guide to Industrial Control Systems (ICS) Security

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

NIST Privacy Framework

6 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

14%

New Zealand Information Security Manual (NZISM)

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

NERC CIP

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

MTCS (Singapore)

6 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

14%

Lloyd's of London Cyber Insurance Requirements and Underwriting Standards

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

Japan AI Guidelines

6 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

14%

ICAO Annex 17 - Aviation Security (AVSEC)

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

Singapore Government Instruction Manual on ICT&SS Management (IM8)

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

UAE Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) Regulations

6 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

14%

API 1164

6 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

14%

ISO/IEC 27019:2024

6 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

14%

AML/CTF Act 2006 (Australia)

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

IEC 62443

6 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

14%

APRA CPS 230 Operational Risk Management

6 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

14%

Annex 11 to EU GMP - Computerised Systems

6 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

14%

ISO/IEC 27557:2022 - Organisational Privacy Risk Management

6 source controls mapped|7 target controls covered

14%

FBI CJIS Security Policy

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

SOC for Cybersecurity - Cybersecurity Risk Management Examination

6 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

14%

SSAE 18 - Attestation Standards (SOC Reporting)

6 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

14%

Security of Critical Infrastructure Act 2018 (SOCI)

6 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

14%

NIST SP 1800-32

6 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

14%

NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

6 source controls mapped|5 target controls covered

14%

NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5

6 source controls mapped|6 target controls covered

14%

Kuwait National Cybersecurity Framework

6 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

14%

Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Programmes - Global Standards

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

APRA SPS 220 Risk Management (Superannuation)

6 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

14%

ISO 22000:2018

5 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

12%

UK FCA/PRA Operational Resilience Framework

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

SQF Code Edition 9 - Safe Quality Food

4 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

NFPA 1600 - Standard on Continuity, Emergency, and Crisis Management

4 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

AICPA Privacy Management Framework (PMF)

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

PIC/S Guide to Good Manufacturing Practice for Medicinal Products

4 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ICH Q10 - Pharmaceutical Quality System

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

IEC 62304:2015 Medical Device Software Lifecycle Processes

4 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

Aged Care Quality Standards 2019 (repealed edition)

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 15189:2022 - Medical Laboratories Requirements for Quality and Competence

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

AS9100D - Aerospace Quality Management System

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 20400:2017 - Sustainable Procurement

4 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

TISAX - Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange

4 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

ISO 22313:2020 - Guidance on Business Continuity Management Systems

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Virginia CDPA

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Vietnam PDPD

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Uruguay DPL

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

UNICEF Policy Guidance on AI for Children (2021)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

UNESCO Recommendation on the Ethics of AI

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

UK GDPR (UK General Data Protection Regulation)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Turkey KVKK

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

TSA Pipeline Cybersecurity Directives

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Taiwan PDPA

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Qatar DPL

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Privacy Act 2020

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

POPIA

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Personal Data Act (personopplysningsloven)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

PDPA Thailand

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

PDPA Singapore

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Oregon Consumer Privacy Act

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct (2023 Update)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NIST SP 800-66

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NIST SP 800-146

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NIST SP 800-145

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NIST SP 800-144

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NIST SP 800-122

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Nigeria Open Banking Regulatory Framework (CBN, 2023)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Nigeria Data Protection Regulation (NDPR)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 (NDPA)

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

Nebraska Data Privacy Act

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

New Jersey Data Privacy Act

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

New Hampshire Data Privacy Act

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NAIC Insurance Data Security Model Law (MDL-668)

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

Montana Consumer Data Privacy Act

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Mexico LFPDPPP

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

MDS2 (Medical Device)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Mauritius DPA

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Maryland Online Data Privacy Act of 2024

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

MARS-E

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Malaysia PDPA 2010

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Liechtenstein DPA

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

LGPD

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

South Korea PIPA

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Kentucky Consumer Data Protection Act

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Jamaica Data Protection Act 2020

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

IAEA Nuclear Security Series - Computer Security at Nuclear Facilities (NSS-17-T Rev 1)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

French Sapin II Law (Law No. 2016-1691)

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021 on the Protection of Personal Data (UAE PDPL)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

BSI IT-Grundschutz

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

Switzerland New Federal Act on Data Protection (nFADP/nDSG, 2023)

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO/IEC 29134:2023

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

Barbados Data Protection Act 2019

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 26262:2018 - Functional Safety for Road Vehicles

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

US Consumer Product Safety Act (CPSC) Manufacturer and Importer Duties

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Bahrain PDPL

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 27799:2025

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ASIS SPC.1-2009 - Organizational Resilience Standard

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO/IEC 29147:2018

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

GDPR

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

AWWA Cybersecurity Guidance for the Water Sector (American Water Works Association)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO/IEC 27031:2011

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) - Responsible Minerals Assurance Process

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

UK Security and Emergency Measures Direction (SEMD) - Water Industry

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

UK Modern Slavery Act 2015

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Singapore Cybersecurity Act 2018

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

FedRAMP High

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

FedRAMP Moderate

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Saudi Arabia PDPL

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

UK Age Appropriate Design Code (Children's Code)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

SANS Incident Handler's Handbook and PICERL Methodology

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

NIST SP 800-190

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 22301:2019

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 - General Requirements for Testing and Calibration

3 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

ISO 45001:2018

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

ISO 14004:2016

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

SASB Standards

3 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

PSD2 SCA

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

OSFI B-13

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

Open Banking Security

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

OECD Recommendation on Artificial Intelligence (2024 Update)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

O-RAN WG11 Security Specification

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Monetary Authority of Singapore Technology Risk Management Guidelines

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

FFIEC IT Examination Handbook

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

IEC 60601-1 - Medical Electrical Equipment Safety

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

APRA CPS 234

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

BS 65000:2014 - Guidance on Organizational Resilience

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 28001:2007 Supply Chain Security Management

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 22320:2018

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

IAIS Insurance Core Principles (ICPs)

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

Singapore AI Governance Framework

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

FFIEC Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT)

3 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

PCI SSF

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

PCI PIN Security

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

PCI P2PE

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

Solvency II

3 source controls mapped|3 target controls covered

Telecommunications Sector Security Reforms (TSSR)

3 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 55001:2014

2 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 50001:2018 - Energy Management Systems

2 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 27701:2019

2 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 9001:2015

2 source controls mapped|4 target controls covered

ISO 14001:2015

2 source controls mapped|2 target controls covered

ISO 37301:2021

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 37001:2016

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 13485:2016

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 10006:2003

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO/IEC TR 24028:2020

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 10007:2017

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 10005:2005

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ITAR - International Traffic in Arms Regulations

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

SA8000:2014 - Social Accountability Standard

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 30401

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO/IEC 27014:2020

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 41001:2018 - Facility Management Systems

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 39001:2012 - Road Traffic Safety Management

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 56002

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

DAMA-DMBOK2 - Data Management Body of Knowledge (2nd Edition)

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

ISO 14064 - Greenhouse Gas Accounting and Verification (Parts 1-3)

1 source controls mapped|1 target controls covered

Compare ISO 31000 with ISO/IEC 23894:2023

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What is ISO 31000 and who does it apply to?

ISO 31000 is a compliance framework from International with 7 domains and 43 controls. Risk management guidelines and principles It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.

What does ISO 31000 actually require?

ISO 31000 has 43 controls organised across 7 domains. The largest domains are Principles (9 controls), Process (8 controls), Framework (6 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.

If I already comply with another framework, how much of ISO 31000 do I already cover?

ISO 31000 maps to 171 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are ISO/IEC 23894:2023 (44% coverage), ISO 31000:2018 (23% coverage), ISO 27005:2022 (21% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.

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