Published document that contains a  technical specification or other precise criteria designed to be used consistently as a rule, guideline, or definition. It gives world-class specifications for products, services and systems, to ensure quality, safety and efficiency. They are instrumental in facilitating international trade. 

The IAF is the world association of Conformity Assessment Accreditation Bodies and other bodies interested in conformity assessment in the fields of management systems, products, services, personnel, and other similar programs of conformity assessment. Its primary function is to develop a single worldwide program of conformity assessment which reduces the risk for business and its customers by assuring them that accredited certificates may be relied upon. Accreditation assures users of the competence and impartiality of the body accredited. 

Accreditation bodies are the governing authorities, either government-owned or under agreement with government, member of IAF and MLA signatory and issue credentials or certify conformity assessment bodies (i.e. Certification Bodies) is called Accreditation Body e.g. NABCB, EIAC, UKAS, EIAC, Jas-Anz, ANAB, etc.

An accredited registrar also called an accredited certification body(CB), is an organization accredited by a recognized accreditation body (EIAC, NABCB, UKAS, etc) for its competence to audit and issue certification confirming that an organization meets the requirements of a standard (e.g. ISO 9001 or ISO 14001. 

ISO Certification is a seal of approval from a 3rd party body that a company runs to one of the internationally recognized ISO management systems. The certification can be used to tender for business as proof of a company’s credibility but also to install confidence in the potential client that you will keep your promises.

ISO Certification adds credibility to your organization. For some industries (manufacturing, engineering, health) certification is a legal or contractual requirement. Also, certain companies only work with ISO Certified suppliers. It is advisable to have an ISO Certification as it helps in global recognition, enhance product/service quality and gain customer confidence.

ISO Certifications are issued by organizations called Certification Bodies (TUV, Intertek, DNV, SGS, etc.) Legitimate Certification Bodies are authorized by an overarching organization called an Accreditation Body who is there to make sure they are auditing to the required standard

Companies to get ISO Certification there few basic steps to be followed, i.e., choosing the ISO Standard, Gap Analysis, Documentation, Implementation, Internal & External Audit, Issuing Certification, Certificate renewals, etc. To know more, schedule a free consultation with us.

ISO Consultants are engaged by companies to facilitate the development, implementation and external audit preparation prior to ISO Certification. The ISO Consultant is a role that is dedicated to helping organisations to build practical, efficient management systems that add value to the organisation and guarantee certification to the relevant ISO Standards.

It depends on the scope and size of the organizations:

• How well the management system is implemented.
• Management commitment and leadership.
• What your organization currently has in place and how quickly you want to become certified.
• Internal staff – their knowledge, skills, availability, and time commitment.

There is no limitation regarding the number of staff for a company for getting ISO Certified.

ISO Certification costs vary dependent on the size of an organization and the level to which the company is already run with regards to processes and procedures. If you decide to implement more than one standard at the same time, there are some preferential fees available. 

Note: We are a fixed fee committed organization, which means once the quote is finalized with the client, the agreed fee is then set and we won’t insist on any extra charges.

There are over 16,500 different management standards, therefore finding the ones that are right for your business can sometimes be confusing. The best place to start is ISO 9001 quality management, as this is the core standard that most of the other well-known standards are based on.

Management Systems are systematic frameworks designed to manage an organization's policies, procedures and processes and promote continual improvement within.   

The implementation of a proven and effective Management System, such as ISO 9001 Quality Certification, can help a business to improve operations, manage risk and promote stakeholder confidence. 

Management Systems are systematic frameworks designed to manage an organization's policies, procedures and processes and promote continual improvement within.   

The implementation of a proven and effective Management System, such as ISO 9001 Quality Certification, can help a business to improve operations, manage risk and promote stakeholder confidence. 

An Integrated Management System (IMS) is the general term for a documented management system that addresses more than one standard.

Standards often have significant cross-over – similar clauses and requirements. Hence from a management system design perspective, and a system user perspective it is more efficient, consistent and a better approach to address each of the requirements in one integrated management system rather than separate silo systems for each standard.

Quality assurance can be defined as "part of quality management focused on providing confidence that quality requirements will be fulfilled." The confidence provided by quality assurance is twofold—internally to management and externally to customers, government agencies, regulators, certifiers, and third parties. 

Quality control can be defined as "part of quality management focused on fulfilling quality requirements." While quality assurance relates to how a process is performed or how a product is made, quality control is more the inspection aspect of quality management. 

An Internal Audit (also called a first-party audit) is an assessment of whether the management system meets the requirements of the applicable standards and is effectively implemented and maintained. Organisations usually set their own internal audit schedule and the frequency of internal audits should be based on risk and importance.

A Gap Analysis Audit is similar to an internal audit however it is usually undertaken in the early stages of management system preparation, prior to certification. It is an assessment of whether the management system meets the requirements of the applicable standards and is effectively implemented and maintained, and provides a Gap Audit Report which includes deficiencies identified and associated improvement recommendations.