Certification Process

Inquiry & Estimate:
Our procedure kicks off with your inquiry and the filing of your "Apply Online"Apply Online. Our auditing team will then conduct their primary estimates of the services you wish to avail of before further processing and discussions.

The Stage 1 audit

Post-processing of your documents, our team will carry out the appropriate assessments to make sure we have everything in order before we begin applying our standard auditing procedures.

The Stage II audit (Main Audit Visit/Virtual)

Our main audit is conducted to check the effectiveness of your existing management schemes. Designed specifically according to your company, our team will work alongside your team to ensure full cooperation and a detailed understanding of your methods. 

Certification Approval and Surveillance Program

After the successful completion of your audit, CCI will award you with the appropriate certification. We also conduct regular surveillance checks for continual improvements and maintenance of standards to a high level. In addition to this, we also offer recertification procedures for each standard as needed.

The Certification Process

Online gap analysis allows us to see the current

  • quality benchmark within your organization,
  • the finances required
  • the time required for this project (System and Certification Fee)

Your Estimate will be shared with you in 24 hours.

Upon Estimate Approval the project starts:

  • A client executive is assigned to your project
  • Contact information is shared with you
  • The Payment details are provided to you

All Support is delivered Online.

The Client Executive will provide the Documentation Templates and explain to you how to amend it.
You will be required to perform the following tasks:

  1. Identify your core or business processes.
  2. Amend documentation that meets your business needs. (Policy statements, objectives, manuals, work instructions, job descriptions, forms.)
  3. Encourage employees to be aware of the new documented system
  4. Review, approve, and distribute the documents to those who need access to the information.

  • Ensure procedures are being performed as documented.
  • Ensure employees are trained properly for the tasks they are performing.
  • Create effective reporting systems.
  • Monitor the effectiveness of your processes through the use of measurable data, where possible.
  • Review and take action to improve in the areas required.
  • Plan internal auditing activities.
  • Submit your management system documentation for review to ensure it complies with the applicable standard.
  • Prepare for review by an external auditor to confirm that the system’s requirements are being satisfied and that the management system is implemented effectively.
  • Obtain ISO Certifcaiton
  • This periodic on-site review is usually conducted annually.
  • It ensures that the certified business continues to comply with Standard requirements, as confirmed during the Recertification Audit at the certification cycle's outset.
  • Most are conducted remotely.

Refer to learn more about Types of Audits

FAQ's

Starting with your initial consultation with our ISO specialists and progressing through certification, the timeline can be as short as 15 days. However, the duration is contingent upon the size and complexity of your business. It's worth noting that we can often expedite the process and reduce costs by preparing the Documented Management System Manual on your behalf, which can also accelerate the certification for your business.

Following ISO 17021 guidelines, accredited certification bodies must provide certified organizations with certificates covering a 3-year certification cycle. Extensions beyond this timeframe are possible with the completion of necessary external audits and adherence to the certification cycle. ISO Certification, for instance, commonly issues certificates throughout a ten-year contract period.

At Company Certification, our dedication is to ensure that ISO certification remains cost-effective for all our clients. The expenses involved depend on various factors including your industry sector, annual turnover, number of employees, and other considerations. Feel free to utilize our complimentary calculator to receive an instant quote.

ISO certification is reserved for organizational entities, and not for individual professionals.

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