Management systems certification - ISO

The certification of management systems adds value to organisations because it is a guarantee of reliability for customers, suppliers, employees and contractors. And the higher the prestige of the awarding body, the higher the value of the guarantee

A management system is a set of rules and procedures, defined in an internationally recognised standard, that an organisation can apply in order to achieve defined objectives such as, for example, customer satisfaction and continuous improvement of performance. Management system certification is an endorsement of the entrepreneurial capability of organisations that have chosen to optimise their structure and equip themselves with efficient management systems, suitable skills and appropriate internal tools and processes (such as performance indicators). It provides evidence of the professionalism of the work culture shared by the whole company. It confirms that the company in question is reliable, delivers reproducible performance and is committed to raising its quality standards on an ongoing basis. It is a guarantee of reliability for customers, suppliers, employees and contractors. And the higher the prestige of the awarding body, the higher the value of the guarantee.

Management System Certification 

Set up in 1988, CSQ was the management system certification brand of IMQ (Certification Body accredited ISO/IEC 17021-1 by Accredia). 

Starting from January 2023, the IMQ management system certification scheme is rebranded with the new logo "IMQ Certified".

The Management System Certification is aimed at organisations of any size and from any sector. Certificates are valid for three years. After the award of the certificate, the organisation undergoes periodic audits to ensure that it still conforms with the reference standard. An overall system review is conducted every three years in order to renew the certification.

The added value of IMQ auditors

IMQ auditors operate nationwide. Backed up by long experience and up-to-date skills, they provide a useful service not only to organisations, but also to the latter’s customers, consumers and stakeholders. 

 

International quality

IMQ is part of the CISQ Federation (Italian Certification of Company Quality Systems) of leading Italian certification bodies that have agreed to standardise operating procedures and assessment criteria for Italy and abroad. The CISQ federation is a signatory to the international IQNet (International Certification Network) agreement, which mutually recognizes quality system and environmental management system certification issued by certification bodies in major industrialised countries. This agreement enables IMQ-certified companies to obtain the IQNet certificate and use the relative logo. IMQ has also signed bilateral agreements of mutual recognition for Quality Management System certificates, as well as cooperation agreements with several international certification bodies.

 Improves organisational quality Aids growth by reducing costs and increasing profits Gives your business a competitive edge and opens it up to new export markets Opens the door to new customers, while increasing the loyalty of existing customers Increases credibility and wins the confidence of customers Helps you compete with major players Improves company processes, increases efficiency and reinforces marketing strategies Helps keep your company in compliance with legislation Certification for CSQ schemes is awarded to organisations that operate in accordance with the applicable standards. Certificates are valid for three years. The audits are planned on the basis of the customer’s requirements and in accordance with international standards. After the award of the certificate, the organisation undergoes periodic audits and an overall system review every three years. The auditors make on-site visits to organisations to analyse their ability to plan and manage their business processes. Management system certification is the endorsement enjoyed by organisations that have chosen to equip themselves with efficient management systems and suitable skills and structures, aimed at continuous improvement. And the higher the prestige of the awarding body, the higher the value of the guarantee. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology, our laboratories have full capability to put products through all the checks required by the major European directives and international standards. The certifications issued by IMQ are synonymous with trust. They guarantee safety, performance, efficiency and quality standards. More than 10,000 companies have turned to IMQ to certify their products and stand out on the market. Notified body for the main EU directives, IMQ offers tests and CE certifications to assess the conformity of the products to the requirements required to be marketed on the European market. Inspections and audits validate the conformity of electrical installations, equipment, supplies and services with the applicable technical and legislative specifications.