TS ISO 28004-1

TS ISO 28004-1 is the first part of a guidance standard that helps users understand how to implement ISO 28000 for supply chain security management systems. In this context, security management is not only about protective measures, but about organizing security objectives, responsibilities, and operational controls within a structured management system.

Guidance for understanding ISO 28000 implementation

This part explains the underlying principles of ISO 28000 and gives general guidance on the typical inputs, processes, and outputs associated with each requirement in ISO 28000. In practical terms, it helps readers see how supply chain security links policy, risk assessment, operational controls, and performance monitoring. As general technical context, supply chain security concerns the protection of goods, information, transport, storage, and service flows against unwanted interference across the supply chain.

What this document does not do

The standard does not add requirements beyond those already specified in ISO 28000, and it does not prescribe a single mandatory approach to implementation. It is therefore an explanatory framework rather than a standalone specification: it supports understanding and consistent application, but it does not introduce new control clauses of its own. That makes it especially useful in complex logistics environments such as ports, freight operations, and other multi-actor supply chain settings.

• Explains the conceptual basis of ISO 28000.
• Describes typical inputs, processes, and outputs for each ISO 28000 requirement.
• Does not create additional requirements.
• Does not mandate one implementation method.
• Supports understanding of supply chain security management system implementation.