Reinforcing Globalization Strategy and Security-First Culture
Arlington, VA — September 10th, 2025 — Piedmont Global (PGLS), a leader in Strategic Globalization services, announced it has achieved ISO 27001:2022 certification, the internationally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS).
The certification covers all operations of Piedmont Global Language Solutions and its entities, and covers interpreting, translation and localization, intelligence analysis, and language training services, along with the supporting cloud-based technology infrastructure. This enterprise-wide scope ensures that every process, system, and dataset within the organization is safeguarded by a unified ISMS framework.
Certification was granted following an independent, accredited audit verifying that Piedmont Global meets the rigorous requirements of ISO 27001:2022. The achievement reflects the company’s security-first culture and its commitment to delivering lasting value to clients through operational excellence, risk reduction, and uncompromising protection of sensitive information.
“Our clients operate in complex, fast-moving environments where trust and security are non-negotiable,” said Catherine Early, Director of Technology and Infrastructure at Piedmont Global. “Achieving ISO 27001:2022 certification across all operations demonstrates our organizational mindset that embeds security into everything we do. This mindset is foundational to how we deliver value that supports our clients’ success on a global scale.”
Mohamed Hussein, Founder & CEO, added: “This is a milestone in a much larger security journey. Our clients span sectors from government to healthcare to enterprise, each with unique missions and high-stakes requirements where even a single lapse can have dire consequences. A sound, globally recognized security framework ensures that we both meet client-specific needs and uphold a trusted standard that transcends industries. This achievement demonstrates that security is not just a standard to check; it is a discipline we live by. And it’s only the beginning. With additional certifications already in motion, we are continually raising the bar to ensure our clients and partners can rely on Piedmont Global as the most trusted, security-first partner in Strategic Globalization.”
What it means for Clients and Partners
For enterprises, government agencies, and global partners, ISO 27001:2022 certification provides independent assurance that Piedmont Global (PGLS) operates under a robust and globally recognized security framework. This means:
- Lower risk exposure through proactive protection of sensitive data.
- Streamlined compliance support, helping clients meet their own regulatory requirements more efficiently.
- Enterprise-wide consistency, with security embedded across all processes and services.
- Confidence in scalability, ensuring that as client needs grow, protections remain strong and aligned with global best practices.
Ongoing Commitment
ISO 27001:2022 certification is not a destination but a commitment to continuous improvement. Piedmont Global will continue to assess risks, strengthen security controls, and advance employee training across all regions, ensuring resilience and adaptability as the global threat landscape evolves.
With security, innovation, and client success at the core of its globalization strategy, Piedmont Global will continue to enable organizations worldwide to communicate, operate, and grow with confidence.
About Piedmont Global
Piedmont Global is a Strategic Globalization Organization (SGO) dedicated to making cross-cultural operations easier, smarter, and more human. We help enterprises and government organizations unlock new opportunities by integrating cultural fluency, strategic insight, custom technology, and embedded partnership. From language and communication solutions to market intelligence, staff augmentation, and growth advisory, Piedmont Global equips organizations to lead — globally, fluently, and confidently.
Media Contact
Clare Schmitt (cschmitt@pgls.com)
VP of Marketing and Communications, Piedmont Global