At CERCOMS, we don’t see certification as an obligation, but as an opportunity to improve processes and help your organization grow. We support organizations of all sizes in implementing ISO certifications and other management systems in a practical and effective way.

Our mission is simple: to deliver top-quality results in a personal way. We believe in clear communication and honest guidance that truly works for your organization.

At CERCOMS, we understand that every organization is unique. That’s why we focus not just on obtaining a certificate, but on building systems that truly work for you.

And the nice part? Switching from your current certification body to CERCOMS is completely free of charge. This way, your organization stays compliant without any extra hassle or unexpected costs.

In short: whether you’re considering certification for the first time or looking to improve your existing system, we make it simple, clear, and practical.

How does it work?

We always start with an introductory meeting. This allows us to get a clear understanding of your organization and how you operate. Based on that, we tailor the certification process to your needs.

Next comes the audit. Our auditors examine how your processes are set up and whether they align with the standard. We do this in an open and transparent way, so it’s clear to you what is happening and why.

Throughout the process, we keep communication clear and direct. You’ll always know what to expect, what the next step is, and what’s required from you—no surprises along the way.

If any areas need attention, we share these findings clearly with you, so you know exactly what follow-up actions are required.

Different Types of Audits Explained

In certification, there are different types of audits. We understand that this can sometimes be confusing, so we’ve explained them briefly and clearly below.

Pre-certification

Completely optional, this is an assessment of your current situation compared to the standard.

Transfer

Assessment of your current certificate, audit reports, and any outstanding non-conformities for certification transfer.. Free of charge through CERCOMS.

Stage 1

Readiness Assessment

(year 1)

  • Scope & context established
  • Management-system established
  • Risk analysis conducted (including SoA for ISO 27001)
  • Internal audit & management review scheduled/performed

    Objective: to determine whether the organization is ready for Stage 2

Stage 2

Certification audit

(year 1)

  • Assessment of implementation and effectiveness
  • Interviews, document review, process evaluation
  • Determine conformity with the standard

If successful: certificate (valid for 3 years).

Surveillance audit 1

(year 2)

  • Assessment of the management system’s performance
  • Sampling of processes within the scope
  • Focus on improvements and follow-up of non-conformities

Surveillance audit 2

(year 3)

  • Further assessment of all processes within the scope
  • Preparation for re-certification
  • Demonstrate continuous improvement

Re-certification

(start new cycle, year 4)

  • Full re-assessment of the management system
  • Similar to Phase 2, but risk-based
    >New 3-year cycle begins

Thank you for reading! We look forward to meeting you soon.