The larger the scope of ISO system certification, the better? How to confirm the scope?

How to determine the scope of certificate coverage when doing ISO9001 and other system certifications? Is it better to have more ranges displayed on the system certificate? Is it all within the scope of the business license?

Don't think that the more scope you give, the better. If you're not careful, it may involve issuing certificates in violation of regulations and being closely monitored!

Materials required for system certification

To address the issue of certification scope, we must know what materials must be provided for management system certification.

In addition to the application form, manual, and procedural documents, there should also be a business license, administrative license certificates related to management system coverage activities, qualification certificates, mandatory certification certificates, etc.

For example, in addition to having a business license, catering enterprises also need to have a food business license for their business premises; Enterprises engaged in construction also need to have construction qualifications issued by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Rural Development; Enterprises that produce 3C products also need to have a mandatory 3C certification certificate.

Certification scope

Simply put, it refers to the scope displayed on the certification certificate issued to the enterprise.

For example, for production-oriented enterprises, the proposed scope is the production of a certain product; For information system integration, the proposed scope is information system integration; Forthose who provide consulting services, the proposed scope is consulting services in a certain field.

Whether in sales or production, it is necessary to have project experience in order to apply for relevant certification scope.

The necessity of determining the scope of ISO certification

1. Improving enterprise management level: By determining a reasonable scope of ISO system certification, enterprises can better identify and manage key processes and important factors, and improve the effectiveness and efficiency of the management system.

2. Reducing business risks: A reasonable certification scope can help enterprises better control risks, reduce risks that do not meet standards, and thus reduce business risks.

3. Reducing audit costs: An excessive certification scope can increase audit time and costs, while an appropriate certification scope can reduce unnecessary audit work and lower audit costs.

4. Enhancing market competitiveness: By selecting a suitable ISO certification scope, enterprises can better meet market demand, improve customer satisfaction, and thus enhance market competitiveness.

How to determine the scope of ISO system certification

1. Deeply analyze the actual situation of the enterprise

When determining the scope of ISO system certification, enterprises first need to deeply analyze their actual situation, including product or service types, business processes, organizational structure, resource status, etc. For example, for a manufacturing enterprise, it may be necessary to focus on the management system of production process, supply chain management, customer service, and other aspects; For a service-oriented enterprise, it may be necessary to focus on the management system of service quality, customer satisfaction, business processes, and other aspects.

2. Sort out business processes and key processes

Enterprises need to streamline their business processes and key processes, identify key processes and links that have significant impacts on product quality, environment, occupational health and safety, and other aspects. For example, for a manufacturing enterprise, it may be necessary to pay attention to key processes such as raw material procurement, production processes, and product quality inspection; For a service-oriented enterprise, it may be necessary to pay attention to key processes such as customer service processes and service quality monitoring.

3. Refer to industry standards and regulatory requirements

Different industry standards and regulatory requirements will put forward different requirements for the management system and process control of enterprises. Therefore, enterprises need to understand relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements inorder to determine the appropriate scope of certification. For example, for a manufacturing enterprise, it may be necessary to pay attention to requirements such as product quality standards and environmental regulations; For a service-oriented enterprise, it may be necessary to pay attention to requirements such as service standards and consumer rights protection regulations.

4. Communicate with certification bodies

Certification bodies have rich audit experience and professional knowledge, and can provide professional advice and guidance based on the actual situation and needs of enterprises, better determining the suitable scope of ISO system certification for enterprises.

5. Develop a reasonable certification plan

Enterprises need to develop a reasonable certification plan, including plans for establishing management systems, document preparation, personnel training, audit and rectification, etc. When formulating a certification plan, it is necessary to consider the actual situation and needs of the enterprise, ensure the feasibility and effectiveness of the plan, and also make timely adjustments and optimizations based on the execution of the plan to ensure the smooth implementation of the certification plan.

summary

It should be noted that the larger the scope of ISO certification, the better. Excessive certification scope may increase audit time and audit costs, leading to unnecessary waste and unreasonable burden. Therefore, when determining the scope of ISO certification, enterprises need to fully consider their own actual situation and industry characteristics, focus on key processes appropriately, in order to maximize work efficiency and quality, while avoiding unnecessary waste and unreasonable burden.