1. Understand the Standard:
   • Familiarize yourself with the specific management system standard you want to implement (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001).
   • Review the standard and thoroughly understand its requirements.
2. Gap Analysis:
   • Conduct a gap analysis to identify the existing practices in your organization against the requirements of the chosen standard.
   • Identify areas where improvements are needed to meet the standard’s criteria.
3. Establish a Management System:
   • Develop and implement the necessary policies, procedures, and documentation to establish the management system within your organization.
   • Ensure that the management system is integrated into your daily operations.
4. Training and Awareness:
   • Provide training to employees to ensure that they understand their roles and responsibilities within the management system.
   • Create awareness about the importance of the management system and its impact on organizational performance.
5. Internal Audit:
   • Conduct internal audit to assess the effectiveness of the management system and identify areas for improvement.
   • Internal audits should be performed by trained personnel or external consultants.
6. Management Review:
   • Hold regular management reviews to evaluate the performance of the management system and make strategic decisions for improvement.
7. Corrective Actions:
   • Address any non-conformities or areas for improvement identified during internal audits and management reviews.
   • Implement corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of issues.
8. Choose bqs as your Certification Body:
   • Benefit of bqs service and wide range of experience
9. Stage 1 Audit:
   • Some certification processes include an Stage 1 audit, which is a preliminary assessment to determine your readiness for the full certification audit.
10. Stage 2 Certification Audit:
    • bqs will conduct a thorough audit to assess your compliance with the standard’s requirements.
    • The audit will include a review of documentation, interviews with personnel, and an evaluation of the effectiveness of the management system.
    • On site audit, Online audit (ICT audit) or hybrid audit options
11. Certification Decision:
    • Based on the findings of the audit, bqs will make a decision regarding certification.
    • If successful, you will be issued a certificate attesting to your compliance with the management system standard.
12. Surveillance Audits:
    • Maintain ongoing compliance by participating in periodic surveillance audits conducted by bqs.
    • annual or more frequent if requested
13. Continuous Improvement:
    • Continuously monitor and improve your management system to ensure it remains effective and aligned with the standard’s requirements.

It’s important to note that the certification process can take time, and the level of effort required depends on the complexity of your organisation and the chosen management system standard. You can achieve it and we can confirm it.