ISO 17021-1

ISO 17021-1 – Standard for Certification Bodies

ISO 17021-1 is an international standard that defines requirements for bodies that carry out management system certification. This standard ensures that certification bodies operate impartially, competently and consistently, providing organizations with a valid and reliable assessment of their management systems. Compliance with ISO 17021-1 is crucial for certification organizations that want to ensure the credibility of their certifications and build trust among clients and regulators.

Simplify provides comprehensive support to certification bodies in the implementation of the ISO 17021-1 standard, ensuring that evaluation, audit and certification processes take place in accordance with international guidelines. Through a detailed analysis of your existing procedures, identification of areas for improvement and implementation of a quality management system, we help you achieve full compliance and increase the efficiency of your certification activities.

By implementing the ISO 17021-1 standard, certification bodies increase the transparency, objectivity and professionalism of their services, which enables organizations around the world to confidently accept their certifications. If you want to improve your processes and ensure compliance with this standard, Simplify is your reliable partner. Contact us today and together we will create a strategy that strengthens the credibility and effectiveness of your certification body.

Simplify provides professional support to certification bodies in the implementation and improvement of management systems in accordance with ISO 17021-1 standard. Our goal is to help you ensure impartiality, competence and consistency in the certification process, thereby strengthening confidence in your services and increasing the credibility of the certification body.

Current state analysis and compliance identification - We review your existing certification processes, determine the level of compliance with the ISO 17021-1 standard and identify areas for improvement.
Development and improvement of procedures - We help to establish or optimize the policies and procedures of the certification body to comply with the requirements of the standards.
Team training and empowerment - We organize trainings for auditors and management of the certification body so that all certification processes are consistent, impartial and efficient.
Support in the accreditation process - We prepare certification bodies for accreditation by competent institutions, including the preparation of documentation and preparation for assessments by accreditation bodies.
Continuous monitoring and improvement - After implementation, we provide support in maintaining and continuously improving the system so that you remain compliant with the ISO 17021-1 standard and global practices.

GAP Analysis: We start with a comprehensive GAP analysis to assess your certification body's current level of compliance with the requirements of the ISO 17021-1 standard. This step enables the identification of key areas that need improvement to ensure impartiality, consistency and expertise in certification processes.

Development of the Action Plan: Based on the GAP analysis, we create a customized action plan that defines the key measures for improving your certification management system. This plan includes the optimization of procedures, the improvement of the evaluation system and the increase of transparency in the certification processes.

Implementation and Training: We assist in the implementation of defined measures, including the development and documentation of policies and procedures, staff training and the establishment of systems for continuous monitoring and quality improvement of certification processes. We focus on training auditors and staff to meet the requirements of the standards and ensure a high level of competence.

Compliance Check: Before the accreditation process, we conduct an internal check to ensure that all requirements of the standard are met. This check enables timely recognition and resolution of potential non-conformities, reducing the risk of unsuccessful assessment by accreditation bodies.

Support During Accreditation and Continuous Improvement: We provide support throughout the entire accreditation process, assisting in the preparation of documentation and communication with accreditation bodies. After successful accreditation, we continue to provide consultation and support for maintaining and improving the certification system.

With Simplify, your certification body achieves high standards of quality and professionalism, ensuring that all certification processes are fully compliant with the ISO 17021-1 standard. Contact us today and ensure the consistency and credibility of your certifications.

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