Step 1: Selecting the Right Management Standard
Understanding how to get ISO certification starts with choosing the appropriate standard from the vast array of over 22,000 international standards. ISO 9001, the Quality Management System, is often the first choice for businesses aiming to ensure consistent quality and customer satisfaction. Other key standards include ISO 27001 for Information Security, ISO 14001 for Environmental Management, and ISO 45001 for Occupational Health and Safety. The best approach to determine the right system for your organization is to have a detailed discussion about your needs with our specialists.
Step 2: Initiate Contact
If you’re looking to get ISO certification, contact our account management team to discuss your specific requirements. We will arrange a meeting with one of our consultants to explore your needs in depth. After this meeting, we will provide a customized proposal. We are committed to simplifying the process to make it as straightforward as possible.
Step 3: Initial Assessment
Following your acceptance of our proposal, we will schedule an initial assessment with a Lead Auditor who will perform a gap analysis. This analysis is crucial to identify what needs to be addressed to achieve compliance. We will then offer a series of recommendations to move forward.
Step 4: Documentation Development
As part of the process on how to get ISO certification, we will prepare the necessary documentation, which includes all mandatory procedures as stipulated by the Standard, aligned with your existing company procedures.
Step 5: Achieving Certification
Once all criteria are met, your organization will be awarded ISO certification. We emphasize continual improvement and will support you through semi-annual reviews to ensure your operations remain compliant with ISO standards.
Step 6: Maintaining Compliance
Maintaining compliance is integral to how to get ISO certification. It involves continual improvement of your management system. Six months after certification, we will perform an internal review or ‘health check’ to ensure compliance and readiness for your re-certification audit. We’ll provide feedback and guidance to address any potential issues well before they could impact your recertification status.
Our proactive support ensures you are well-prepared and confident as your annual re-certification audit approaches, making the likelihood of failure rare.
