What is ISO certification and why is it important for my company?
A. The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies from some 130 countries. ISO is a non-governmental organization with a mission to promote the development of standardization and related activities in the world. ISO standards are documented agreements containing technical specifications or other precise criteria to be used consistently as rules, guidelines, or definitions of characteristics, to ensure that materials, products, processes and services fit their purpose. Working with an ISO certified company increases the reliability and effectiveness of the goods and services that are purchased. Assurance of conformity to ISO standards can be provided by manufacturers’ declarations or by audits carried out by independent bodies.
