FAQ -About ISO Certification
                     FAQ
About ISO Certification
IBEX SYSTEMS
What is ISO certification?
ISO is an international non-governmental and independent organization, 
developing world-class standards with the expertise from various voluntary 
organizations, individuals who have industry expertise and other institutions across 
the world who develop standards for innovations and solutions. The ISO 
organization is formed and contributing to this cause since 1946.
Who can take ISO certificate?
Organization who has a valid trade license, physical address and an active 
business can apply for ISO certificate(s). However, implementing the systems 
practices to apply a certain standard is mandatory.
Why would I want ISO certification?
Getting certified demonstrates organization’s commitment towards most efficient 
practices of processes, customer satisfaction and continual improvement. It helps 
organization to effectively manage resources, better planning and execution and 
achieving business goals.
How can I verify the ISO certificate?
Every certification body provides an option on their respective website to check 
validity of your certificate. The registration number on the certificate can be 
validated on their website.
How long does it take to achieve ISO 
certification?
It depends upon organization’s preparedness. Usually it takes from 3 months to 1 
years based on organization’s planning, delegation, teamwork and drive to 
implement the management systems designed. It has noticed, a poor coordination 
delays or fail on time  ISO certification plan.
Why do I need your service in particular?
If your organization is lacking resources that are not familiar with Standards, we 
can provide expertise and get you through the certification process. This includes 
verifying your current business practises, design and development of systems 
framework, policies and procedures, implementation support and walk through 
successful certification
What does ISO certification cost?
It depends upon the scope of certification your organization intends to apply, size 
and location of the organization as well.
What is the validity period of the Certificate?
Certificates are issued with 3 years validity and organizations must undergo yearly 
surveillance audit to ensure continuity of certificate(s).
From which country we can use this service?
Organizations can choose a certification body that is accredited by a member of 
International Accreditation Forum (preferably).  There are a number of certification 
bodies and eventually its organization’s choice to select their ISO certification 
partner.
How do I obtain ISO certification?
Once the certification body’s audit is over, they would be preparing audit reports 
and in case of any findings (non conformities), organization will be advised to close 
it within the time Certification body given. The accreditation body will determine 
audit Packs, Scope of certificate, validation of address of the company before they 
issue certificate. It takes 6 to 8 weeks to issue the certificate. The Time mainly 
depends upon the completeness of documentation and its on time submission.
What is ISO accreditation and is it different to 
certification?
There are few standards like ISO 17025 and ISO 17020 where accreditation body 
directly assess organization’s readiness. Certification is an assurance by a third 
party who does conformity assessment. Accreditation is an approval by the 
authoritative body of the competence to work on specific standards.
What is an audit for ISO Standard compliance?
Audit is an independent assessment on the management systems practices 
implemented in an organization based on the elements described in the chosen 
standards. Compliance verification to the Standard requirements will be the core 
objective of every audit.
What is a non-conformance in ISO Standards?
Non conformity is defined as a failure to meet one or more standard requirements 
or the failure in complying with management systems implemented or the 
regulatory requirements which is part of every ISO standard requirements. Failure 
to comply will be reported to organization to close it effectively by reinstating 
standard / systems practices. Repeated failure may lead to suspend or cancel the 
ISO Certificates.
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