About us
About us
Welcome to ABIS - Accreditation Board for International Standards
Welcome to ABIS, the Accreditation Board for International Standards, where we strive to uphold excellence in certification and accreditation services. ABIS is a globally recognized independent accreditation body that provides accreditation to certification bodies, laboratories and personnel certification bodies etc. ensuring that they meet the highest standards of competence and integrity. We operate across various industries, ensuring that our accredited bodies deliver certifications that are credible and recognized internationally.
Accreditation Board for International Standards, (ABIS) is committed to operating its accreditation programs and related services in compliance with ISO/IEC Standard 17011, national and international conformity assessment requirements and the needs and requirements of its customers. Through regular internal audits, management reviews, customer surveys and other relevant measures, ABIS will strive to maintain a consistent culture of quality, professionalism and competence.
Vision:
To be the global leader in accreditation services, recognized for our excellence, integrity, and commitment to quality, fostering a world where organizations universally uphold the highest standards of compliance, safety, and sustainability.
Our Mission
The mission of the Accreditation Board of International Standards (ABIS) is to enhance global trust and confidence in certification and accreditation processes by providing reliable, impartial, and competent accreditation services that promote excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement across all industries.
Quality Policy
ABIS is committed to providing reliable, impartial, and competent accreditation services that meet or exceed the expectations of our clients, stakeholders, and regulatory authorities. We strive to ensure that all accreditation activities are conducted in a consistent, transparent, and objective manner.
Why ABIS?
- Expertise and Integrity: With a team of highly skilled professionals and a commitment to impartiality, ABIS stands as a beacon of integrity and expertise in the accreditation landscape.
- Global Recognition: Our accreditation programs are recognized worldwide, ensuring that certifications and qualifications accredited by ABIS are trusted and valued across international borders.
- Commitment to Excellence: We operate under the principles of continuous improvement, ensuring that our processes and services remain at the forefront of quality and relevance.
- Supportive Partnership: ABIS views its clients as partners in the journey towards excellence. We provide guidance, support, and resources to ensure that our accredited organizations and professionals thrive.
Our Services
- Management System Certification Accreditation: Under ISO/IEC 17021, we accredit bodies that certify organizations against internationally recognized management system standards. This includes quality management systems (ISO 9001), environmental management systems (ISO 14001), information security management systems (ISO/IEC 27001), and more.
- Personnel Certification Accreditation: Operating under ISO/IEC 17024, we accredit organizations that certify individuals in various professions and roles, ensuring that personnel meet the competencies required in their respective fields.
Our Commitment to Sustainability and Ethics
ABIS is deeply committed to promoting sustainable practices and ethical conduct among all our accredited bodies and their clients. We believe in making a positive impact on the world, ensuring that our accreditation services contribute to the betterment of society and the environment.
Join Us
Whether you are an organization seeking accreditation for your certification programs or a professional aiming to enhance your qualifications, ABIS is here to guide you towards achieving your goals with confidence and credibility.
Discover how ABIS can transform your journey towards excellence. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can support your aspirations.
Policy Advisory Committee
Preamble The ABIS’s Articles of Association requirement for Directors to establish an advisory committee: “its purpose will be to ensure that Directors are aware of the views of persons involved in policy matters affecting ABIS activities, including interpretation and application of the country, Standards, regulations, procedures, codes, policies, procedures. performance and appropriate agreements with accreditation bodies and compliance testing agencies. “
The ABIS (E) management at the conference agreed that committee members should be elected by the parties who wish to perform ABIS activities directly. They also said that committee members should express the views of the party they nominated and that finding a consensus should not be at the expense of registering seats for the nominated parties. Terms of use
A policy advisory committee is needed:
- Advise the Company’s directors on all policy matters pertaining to the implementation and performance of ABIS activities
- Discuss with ABIS the interests of ABIS participants. If deemed desirable by the Committee, such reporting shall be made by the visit of the Chairperson of the Committee to a meeting of the ABIS Board
- Raising issues for the management of ABIS management
- Respond to the needs of the ABIS administration for advice on matters of concern, including identification, analysis and documentation of the relationship between ABIS and any related organization in accordance with ISO / IEC 17011
Constitution The policy advisory committee will be made up of elected associations that have an interest in the functioning of ABIS: The ABIS directors will be the joint partners of the Committee. ABIS management will have the opportunity to approve the constitution and individual membership of the Committee. The agency’s major agencies will be asked to verify their disclosure every two years.
At the invitation of the Chairperson of the Policy Advisory Committee, more ABIS staff may appear at the Policy Advisory Committee meetings. In such cases, the party to the ABIS stakeholder must be clearly stated in minutes.
Accreditation Programs by- ABIS (Accreditation Board for International Standards)
ABIS structures its accreditation initiatives around globally acknowledged standards, guaranteeing that accreditations received through them are accepted worldwide.
The standards for accreditation were formulated by ABIS offering a framework to all relevant stakeholders for the adoption of performance characteristics pertinent to the standards mentioned within the accreditation guidelines. These standards were established after conducting public consultations overseen by the ABIS Accreditation Committee.