Sorting out information assets is a key prerequisite for an organization's information security management. It refers to carrying out a comprehensive and in-depth inventory, identification, classification, and evaluation of all types of information assets owned or controlled by the organization.

Organizations need to carpet-style search for all types of information assets, from core business data and important documents to information systems and network equipment that support business operations, to ensure that no potential risk points are ignored.

It is necessary to clearly define the characteristics of each information asset, clarify its role and role in the operation of the organization, accurately locate the location of the asset, clarify the owner and related business processes, and provide accurate direction for subsequent management.

Information assets are scientifically classified according to factors such as nature, use, and sensitivity, such as financial information, customer data, and operational data. This helps organizations develop differentiated security management policies for different types of assets and improve management efficiency.

The risk status of assets is accurately judged based on comprehensive multi-dimensional considerations such as the value of assets, threats faced, and existing vulnerabilities. It is necessary not only to evaluate the value of the asset itself, but also to analyze the interrelationships between assets, because the safety status of one asset may affect other related assets and influence the whole body.

Through sorting out information assets, organizations can clearly grasp the scope boundaries, value, risk level, and interrelationships of information assets. This lays a solid foundation for information security management, helps organizations rationally allocate security resources based on results, formulate effective security policies, ensure the confidentiality, integrity and usability of information assets, ensure the steady operation of organizational business, and effectively resist various information security risks in the digital wave.