Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Certification is a process by which an independent third party verifies that an organization meets specific standards or requirements. It is important because it demonstrates an organization’s commitment to quality, safety, environmental responsibility, and continuous improvement, enhancing credibility, reputation, and market access.

ABS Global offers certification for a wide range of management system standards, including ISO 9001 (Quality Management System), ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety Management System), ISO 22000 (Food Safety Management System), and many more.

The duration of the certification process varies depending on factors such as the size and complexity of the organization, the scope of the management system, and the readiness of the organization for certification. Typically, the process includes application, audit planning, on-site audit, certification decision, and issuance of the certificate.

Certification brings numerous benefits, including enhanced credibility and reputation, improved efficiency and effectiveness, competitive advantage, expanded market access, risk management and compliance, increased customer satisfaction, operational improvements, enhanced employee morale and engagement, and stakeholder confidence and trust.

Certification is typically valid for a specific period, after which it needs to be renewed through a recertification audit. The frequency of recertification audits varies depending on the standard and certification body requirements. Our team can provide guidance on the recertification process and schedule for your organization

Certification is the process by which an organization is assessed against specific standards or requirements by an independent third-party certification body. Accreditation is the formal recognition of the competence and impartiality of certification bodies by an accreditation body. Certification bodies like ABS Global are accredited by accreditation bodies to ensure the credibility and reliability of their certification services.

Yes, ABS Global offers certification for multiple management system standards. Organizations can choose to certify their management systems to one or more standards, depending on their business needs and objectives. Our team can provide guidance on integrating and aligning management systems to streamline the certification process.

You can verify the authenticity of a certificate issued by ABS Global by contacting our office directly or using the certificate verification tool available on our website. Simply enter the certificate number and other relevant information to validate the certificate’s authenticity.

ABS Global is committed to impartiality and the avoidance of conflicts of interest in all certification activities. We have established policies and procedures to ensure the independence, objectivity, and integrity of our certification services, including an Impartiality Policy and Non-Conflict of Interest Management Policy

You can request a quotation for certification services from ABS Global by contacting our office directly or filling out the quotation request form available on our website. Our team will assess your requirements and provide you with a detailed quotation tailored to your organization’s needs.