Our ISO Certification Process

The typical timeline for ISO certification is 4-6 months, depending on your organization's size, complexity, and current state of readiness. Some smaller organizations with simpler operations may achieve certification in as little as 3 months, while larger or more complex organizations might require 6-8 months. We'll provide you with a more precise timeline after our initial assessment.

We design our implementation approach to minimize disruption to your daily operations. Typically, we'll need a dedicated point person from your organization (often spending 30-50% of their time on the project during implementation). Other staff members will be involved for specific training sessions and when we're working on processes related to their departments. Executive leadership generally needs to commit 2-4 hours per month for oversight and key decisions.

ISO certification is valid for three years. During this period, you'll have annual surveillance audits to ensure continued compliance. Our post-certification support includes preparing for these surveillance audits, assisting with management reviews, continuous improvement initiatives, and addressing any changes that may affect your management system. We also offer refresher training for new staff and advanced training for your internal audit team.

We focus on practical, value-added implementation rather than excessive documentation. We start by understanding your business objectives and challenges, then design management systems that address those needs while satisfying ISO requirements. We integrate ISO practices into your existing workflows rather than creating parallel processes. Our goal is to build systems that your team will actually use because they provide tangible benefits, not just to achieve certification.

Yes, we specialize in integrated management systems that combine multiple ISO standards (such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001). The integrated approach is more efficient as these standards share common elements. Implementing them together reduces duplication, streamlines documentation, and creates a more cohesive system. Depending on your readiness and resources, we can help you implement multiple standards either simultaneously or in planned phases.

Our approach stands out through our local expertise combined with global standards knowledge. We focus on practical implementation that adds real business value beyond just achieving certification. We have extensive experience across diverse industries in Africa, understanding the unique challenges and regulatory environments businesses face here. Our consultants are not just ISO experts but have practical management experience in various sectors. Finally, we provide genuine ongoing support, not just during the certification process but as a long-term partner in your business improvement journey.