ANYbotics gains ISO 27001 for industrial robot security

ANYbotics is the first developer of four-legged robots to achieve ISO/IEC 27001 certification for its information security management system, reflecting growing security and compliance demands for autonomous inspection at industrial and energy sites.

The Zurich-based company passed a multi-stage audit with zero non-conformities on its first attempt. ISO/IEC 27001 is a widely used standard for information security management systems, focused on governance, risk management, processes, and controls for protecting information.

Security and compliance have become more prominent as robotics deployments move beyond pilots into operational use. Industrial operators often run robotics programmes alongside wider digital transformation and cloud adoption initiatives. That raises questions about how data is collected, transmitted, stored, and accessed, and how suppliers fit into procurement and vendor risk frameworks.

ANYbotics sells autonomous inspection robots for sensitive industrial environments, including hazardous areas and mission-critical infrastructure. The certification provides independent proof that information security is systematic, auditable, and integrated into the company's design, build, and operation of its products and services.

Procurement focus

ISO/IEC 27001 certification can affect how quickly a supplier moves through security reviews. Large industrial groups and energy companies typically assess vendors against internal security policies and external requirements, often through extensive questionnaires, documentation, and risk assessments.

ANYbotics said the certification can streamline customer security evaluations and reduce the need for in-depth risk assessments, potentially shortening deployment timelines as customers move beyond pilots.

Scaling up autonomous inspection also brings different security questions than a limited trial. A larger fleet increases the number of devices connected to networks, the volume of data generated, and the number of users and systems that access results. Regulated environments can also impose stricter expectations for controls, auditability, and supplier oversight.

ANYbotics said ISO/IEC 27001 can remove common barriers to scaling robotic fleets in regulated environments, supporting expansion from proof-of-value work to broader integration.

Robot to cloud

The company said it protects mission-critical data throughout its lifecycle, from on-site capture through transmission, processing, and storage. It cited data such as point cloud maps, inspection results, and operational insights.

Industrial inspection robots can capture a range of data, including thermal readings, acoustic measurements, and site mapping data, used in asset monitoring and maintenance planning. Some of that information may be classified as sensitive due to operational risk, intellectual property concerns, or security requirements related to critical infrastructure.

Defined controls also support the integrity and reliability of measurements, the company said, helping build trust in the data used for operational decisions.

Ongoing baseline

ANYbotics described ISO/IEC 27001 certification as a baseline rather than a one-time milestone. Many organisations use the standard as a framework for continual improvement and a reference point as security requirements evolve in response to new threats or shifting customer and regulatory expectations.

"Our customers want to focus on the insights our robots provide - the thermal data, the acoustic anomalies, the digital twins," said Hannes Wyss, Principal Software Engineer, Cybersecurity, ANYbotics. "Externally validating that our Information Security Management System complies with ISO 27001 ensures that security overhead never stands in the way of that value, without compromising on security outcome. It is our promise that as we continue to innovate on the robot, we are equally committed to a self-improving security framework that stays ahead of the evolving threat landscape."

The certification comes as industrial firms increase investment in automation and remote operations. Asset owners are adopting robotics and sensor-driven inspection to reduce manual exposure to hazardous areas and improve inspection frequency. As deployments grow, suppliers face closer scrutiny of their security posture and handling of operational data.

ANYbotics expects security compliance to remain a key factor as customers move from pilots to larger fleets across critical infrastructure.