INDUSTRIES

Certification requirements depend on the operating environment.

Industry context can influence scope, operational risks, customer expectations, legal obligations, supply-chain requirements and the evidence needed during assessment.

Operational context mattersUse the organization’s activities, risks and customer requirements to identify which standards may be relevant.
01

Manufacturing

Process control, quality systems, safety and environmental management.

02

Technology

Information security, service quality and operational governance.

03

Food & Beverage

Food-safety systems, hazard control and supply-chain discipline.

04

Healthcare

Quality systems for healthcare operations and medical-device environments.

05

Construction

Quality, safety and environmental controls across projects and contractors.

06

Logistics

Standardized operations, safety controls and service-performance management.

07

Professional Services

Repeatable service processes, information security and customer assurance.

08

Energy & Infrastructure

Energy performance, safety, environmental controls and operational resilience.

PLANNING THE SCOPE

Match the certification requirement to the organization.

Locations, activities, employee involvement, outsourced processes, applicable obligations and customer requirements can all affect the scope and assessment plan.

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