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    TISAX Assessment Readiness Consulting

    TISAX · Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange

    For automotive suppliers, engineering service providers and IT companies working with automotive manufacturers. We scope your TISAX assessment, run a self-assessment against the VDA ISA catalogue, close gaps, prepare evidence and support you through the assessment by an ENX-approved audit provider.

    Reviewed by Santhosh K, Principal GRC Advisor, CyberWave GRC · CISA, CISM, CCISO, HITRUST CCSFP, CHQP, ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor

    What is TISAX?

    TISAX is an information security assessment standard by the German VDA, providing standardized security assessment and exchange in the automotive supply chain.

    Key Focus Areas

    VDA ISA-based security management
    Prototype protection
    Data protection compliance
    Third-party connection security
    Physical security
    Incident management
    Supplier security
    Cloud services security

    What our engagement includes

    Assessment scope and objective selection
    Self-assessment against the VDA ISA
    Gap remediation plan
    Information security, prototype and data protection controls
    Evidence pack for the audit provider
    Corrective action support after assessment

    How the engagement works

    01

    VDA ISA Assessment

    Evaluate security against VDA Information Security Assessment catalog.

    02

    Gap Remediation

    Address gaps and implement controls for target TISAX level.

    03

    Documentation Support

    Develop policies and evidence aligned with TISAX.

    04

    Mock Assessment

    Verify readiness before official audit.

    05

    Audit Support

    Support through ENX-accredited audit provider assessment.

    Timeline and cost factors

    Typical timeline: 3–6 months for preparation and assessment. Cost depends on scope, organization size, number of locations and systems, current maturity and how much hands-on implementation support you need. Any certification, assessment or audit body fees are separate and set by that body.

    Questions buyers ask

    The ENX Association operates TISAX on behalf of the German automotive industry association VDA. Assessments are carried out by ENX-approved audit providers.

    Assessment levels define how deeply the audit provider checks your controls, from self-assessment to on-site verification. The level depends on the protection needed for your partner's data.

    Results are generally valid for three years. Your results are shared with partners through the ENX portal.

    No, but it is based on ISO 27001 controls with automotive-specific additions such as prototype protection. ISO 27001 work can be reused.

    No. We prepare you for the assessment, which is performed by an approved audit provider.

    Not sure this is the right framework?

    Book a free 30-minute call — we'll tell you which framework you need, a realistic timeline and budget. No charge, no obligation.

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