Frequently Asked Questions about Certification

A management system certificate issued in accordance with an ISO standard is valid for three years. The certificate is maintained through annual surveillance audits. Every three years, the certification can be extended for a further three years through recertification.

We always calculate the cost of certification on a case-by-case basis, as the costs depend on various factors. These include, for example, the scope of the certification (processes, sites or activities to be covered by the certification) and the size of the organisation (sites, staff).

To enable us to provide you with a transparent, accurate quotation, we need some information in advance. Simply fill in our online offer request. If necessary, we will clarify any further questions with you and then send you a clear quotation setting out all the costs involved in the certification process.

The certification process consists of five steps; further details can be found under 'Certification process'.

Manage­ment systems based on ISO standards can generally be imple­mented quite easily into existing systems – for example, Quality, Environment, Energy or Occupational Safety systems. The introduction of the High Level Structure (HLS) and the new Harmonised Structure (HS) has significantly simplified the integration of ISO manage­ment systems.

If your orga­nisation has imple­mented several manage­ment systems, these can also be audited and certified as a combined package. It is also possible to combine this with regular sustain­ability reporting.

Expertise: Our auditors are industry experts in manufacturing and processing, logistics, retail and services – we’ll find the perfect auditor for your business.

International: GUTcert is part of the globally active Afnor Group. With more than 1,800 auditors in over 100 countries, we offer you one-stop certification services worldwide.

Quick and straightforward: We are the certification body that keeps things simple. Your personal point of contact will support you from the initial quote right through to the presentation of your certificate. With dedication, creativity and conviction, our team is available by telephone to assist you, even with last-minute enquiries.

Audits with added value: We see audits as an opportunity. As well as verifying compliance with standards, our audits above all provide motivation and recognition for the work of those involved. We take a holistic view of organisations and provide impetus for improvements.

Trust: GUTcert strives to build long-term partnerships with its clients, auditors and cooperation partners. Internationally active companies, as well as small and medium-sized enterprises, have placed their trust in us for many years.

With our change service, we can help you switch from your current certification body to GUTcert in just a few simple steps.