Quick Summary
ISO certification demonstrates that a business meets international standards for quality management, environmental management, information security, etc.
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) develops and publishes international standards. ISO certification demonstrates conformity to these standards.
Common ISO Standards
- ISO 9001: Quality Management System
- ISO 14001: Environmental Management
- ISO 45001: Occupational Health and Safety
- ISO 27001: Information Security Management
- ISO 22000: Food Safety Management
- ISO 50001: Energy Management
Certification Process
- Gap analysis
- Documentation and implementation
- Internal audit
- Management review
- Stage 1 audit (documentation review)
- Stage 2 audit (implementation audit)
- Certification issuance
- Surveillance audits (annual)
Benefits
- Improved process efficiency
- Enhanced customer satisfaction
- Better risk management
- Market credibility
- International recognition
Key Points
- International quality standards
- ISO 9001 most common for quality
- Accredited certification bodies only
- 3-year validity, annual surveillance
- Improves business processes
- Increases market credibility