ISO

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is an international standards organization that is involved in the development of standards for products and technologies. The main goal of the organization is to improve the processes and quality of work around the world.

There are three main types of ISO:

• ISO 9001:2015 is a quality management system standard;
• ISO 27001:2013 – requirements for management in the field of information security;
• ISO 14001:2015 – environmental management system standard;
• ISO 14001:2015 – environmental management system standard;

What makes ISO different from ISO standards

While ISO is a non-governmental organization, ISO standards are directly international arrangements. Standards regulate the performance of specific activities at an appropriate level and are the main products of ISO.

ISO General Standards serve:

• efficiency of the organization and reduction of failures;
• reduction and optimization of energy consumption;
• reduction of environmental impact, including reduction of waste;
• occupational health and safety to reduce accidents in the workplace;
• food safety
• food safety;
• protecting confidential security

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How a business can get ISO certification

Despite the fact that confirming compliance with ISO standards is an expensive and challenging process, some organizations and industries may need them to operate or expand the range of services the company provides.

In case it is really beneficial for a company to undergo certification, it is recommended to take the following steps:

• familiarize yourself with ISO standards;
• Analyze the work of your company. Identify those processes that do not fit the quality standards;
• Document the plans and procedures that will be implemented to eliminate problem areas;
• begin to implement ISO standards;
• begin to implement ISO standards;
• start with an internal audit to verify compliance with the standard;
• undertake a formal certification process

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