ISO Registration
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) is a global non-governmental entity that brings together national standards organizations. It develops and publishes industrial, commercial, and exclusive standards, ensuring global uniformity and quality. ISO’s decision-making authority lies with its General Assembly, which comprises representatives from member countries and elected officials known as principal officers. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the ISO central secretariat oversees and manages its global operations.
In the realm of ISO standards, certification represents a third-party validation affirming that a product, service, or system complies with the specified ISO benchmarks. While the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) establishes these global standards, independent certification bodies assess and confirm adherence.
ISO clarifies that the term "ISO certification" should not suggest that ISO itself certifies a product or system. Instead, it recommends referencing compliance by explicitly stating the ISO standard (e.g., ISO 9001:2015 for quality management or ISO 14001 for environmental management).
The ISO standards are internationally agreed upon by experts in the related fields. These are people who know what their industries need, individuals such as manufacturers, sellers, buyers, customers, trade associations, users, or regulators.
The two most popular ISO standards are ISO 9001 and 14001.9001 provides criteria for quality management systems, while 14001 provides criteria for environmental management systems..
Some examples of ISO standards include the calibration of thermometers, food safety regulations, and the manufacturing of wine glasses. ISO standards also cover shoe sizes, musical pitches, security management, and environmental management.
ISO 9000 is a standard that focuses on quality management and quality assurance. The standard is used by companies to develop and maintain their quality systems. The goal of ISO 9000 is to apply to companies in all industries. Areas of focus include relationship management, customer focus, and leadership
