SISTEMA MANAGEMENT SERVICES is the world's leading developer of voluntary international standards and facilitates global trade by setting common standards among nations. More than twenty-two thousand standards have been developed in areas that include manufactured products, technology, food safety, agriculture, and healthcare.

Though not a law, ISO certification is followed by many companies because the International Organization for Standardization is not a governmental body. Such certification shows a company's dedication to processes that are efficient, reliable, and quality-driven, thereby establishing trust and confidence in their customers.

The ISO certification process depends on the specific standard being pursued. Certification must always be carried out by an accredited certification body to remain valid. When referring to any given ISO certification, a strict review of the particular requirements and guidelines found in that given standard is critical.

ISO certification carries significant prestige. To maintain certification, companies undergo regular audits following the initial assessment. These audits ensure ongoing compliance with ISO standards and prompt implementation of any necessary changes to address relevant updates. ISO certificates are valid for a three-year period. At the conclusion of this period, a comprehensive recertification audit is mandatory to prevent the certification from expiring.