6 Common Mistakes Companies Make on the Journey to ISO Certification (and How to Avoid Them)

Written By
Patrik Björklund
Patrik Björklund
Published
July 3, 2023
Topic
ISO Certification

Striving for ISO certification can be a challenge, but the rewards are enormous: improved quality control, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. But, as with any big project, there are pitfalls.

Here are the six most common mistakes companies make when striving for certification in or or more standards - and how to avoid them.

1. Ignoring employee feedback

Employees are your company's most valuable resource - use them. They understand the operation at the micro level and can give concrete suggestions for improvement. Make sure to create a culture where feedback is encouraged and valued.

2. Micromanagement of documentation

Many companies believe that every little detail needs to be documented for ISO certification. This can lead to overwhelming amounts of documentation and can create more problems than it solves.

Focus on documenting key processes and systems at an overall level and let the details fall into place naturally.

3. Wrong choice of consultants

Consultants can be invaluable on your ISO journey, but not all consultants are created equal.

Make sure to choose a consultant who understands your business and sees the certification as part of your overall business development, not just as a checkbox to tick.

4th. Poor communication

When processes and systems change, it is important to keep all employees informed. Poor communication can lead to confusion and mistakes that can hinder your success.

Create a clear communication plan and ensure that all employees are aware of what is changing and why.

5. Too little use of the right tools

There are many tools and software solutions that can help you achieve and maintain ISO certification. Not using these tools is a lost opportunity. An example of such a solution is AmpliFlow, a software that can help streamline and simplify the process.

Achieving ISO certification is no easy task, but by avoiding these common mistakes, you can make the journey much easier.

Remember that certification is ultimately a tool to help your business grow and develop.

So embrace the process, learn from your mistakes and keep striving forward.

Good luck to you!

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