The Process

From Enquiry to Certificate.

A clear, structured certification journey — typically 8–12 weeks — with a dedicated client manager at every step.

01
Week 1

Application & Scoping

Submit your enquiry and we confirm the scope of certification — which sites, processes, and activities are covered. We provide a fixed-fee quote with no hidden charges. Once accepted, a dedicated client manager is assigned.

Online application Fixed-fee quote Scope definition Client manager assigned
02
Weeks 2–4

Stage 1 Audit — Document Review

Our lead auditor reviews your management system documentation remotely. This identifies any significant gaps against the standard's requirements before the main audit, giving you the opportunity to address them in advance. A Stage 1 report is issued with clear findings.

Remote document review Gap analysis Written Stage 1 report Readiness confirmation
03
Weeks 5–8

Stage 2 Audit — Implementation Review

The main audit assesses the implementation and effectiveness of your management system. This can be conducted on-site, remotely, or as a hybrid. Our auditors evaluate evidence, interview staff, observe processes, and assess how well the system is embedded.

On-site or remote Evidence sampling Staff interviews Nonconformity identification
04
Weeks 8–10

Corrective Actions

If any nonconformities are identified during Stage 2, you'll submit corrective actions for review. Minor nonconformities are resolved through documented evidence; major nonconformities may require a follow-up assessment. Our team guides you through this efficiently.

Nonconformity review Corrective action support Evidence review
05
Weeks 10–12

Certification Decision & Certificate Issuance

Following a successful audit and resolution of any nonconformities, the BCERT certification committee makes the certification decision. Your ASCB-accredited certificate is issued digitally within days, valid for three years with annual surveillance.

Certification committee review ASCB-accredited certificate Digital issuance 3-year validity
Certificate Lifecycle

Certification is a cycle,
not a one-off.

🔄

Year 1 Surveillance

An annual surveillance audit verifies your management system continues to meet the standard's requirements.

📋

Year 2 Surveillance

A second annual surveillance audit confirms ongoing compliance and continual improvement across the system.

🏆

Year 3 Recertification

A full recertification audit at the end of the three-year cycle renews your certificate. BCERT manages this proactively.

FAQ

Common Questions

Most organisations achieve initial certification within 8–12 weeks from application, depending on size, complexity, and readiness of the management system. Organisations with an existing system may move more quickly.
Yes. BCERT conducts fully remote, on-site, and hybrid audits via video conference with document sharing and virtual facility walkthroughs. We'll discuss the most appropriate approach during scoping.
Nonconformities are a normal part of the audit process. Minor nonconformities are closed with documented corrective action evidence. Major nonconformities require a follow-up before certification is granted. Our team supports you throughout.
Yes. BCERT offers integrated management system audits combining two or more standards into a single, efficient programme. This is more cost-effective and reduces the burden on your team.
Yes. BCERT certificates are issued under ASCB accreditation, recognised in EU, UK, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific procurement processes and supply chain requirements.
Certification fees depend on scope, number of sites, number of employees, and standards selected. We provide a fixed, transparent quote after scoping — no hidden fees. Contact us for an indicative figure within one business day.

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Submit an enquiry and we'll have a quote ready for you within one business day.

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The Process

From Enquiry to Certificate.

A clear, structured certification journey — typically 8–12 weeks — with a dedicated client manager at every step.

01
Week 1

Application & Scoping

Submit your enquiry and we confirm the scope of certification — which sites, processes, and activities are covered. We provide a fixed-fee quote with no hidden charges. Once accepted, a dedicated client manager is assigned.

Online application Fixed-fee quote Scope definition Client manager assigned
02
Weeks 2–4

Stage 1 Audit — Document Review

Our lead auditor reviews your management system documentation remotely. This identifies any significant gaps against the standard's requirements before the main audit, giving you the opportunity to address them in advance. A Stage 1 report is issued with clear findings.

Remote document review Gap analysis Written Stage 1 report Readiness confirmation
03
Weeks 5–8

Stage 2 Audit — Implementation Review

The main audit assesses the implementation and effectiveness of your management system. This can be conducted on-site, remotely, or as a hybrid. Our auditors evaluate evidence, interview staff, observe processes, and assess how well the system is embedded.

On-site or remote Evidence sampling Staff interviews Nonconformity identification
04
Weeks 8–10

Corrective Actions

If any nonconformities are identified during Stage 2, you'll submit corrective actions for review. Minor nonconformities are resolved through documented evidence; major nonconformities may require a follow-up assessment. Our team guides you through this efficiently.

Nonconformity review Corrective action support Evidence review
05
Weeks 10–12

Certification Decision & Certificate Issuance

Following a successful audit and resolution of any nonconformities, the BCERT certification committee makes the certification decision. Your ASCB-accredited certificate is issued digitally within days, valid for three years with annual surveillance.

Certification committee review ASCB-accredited certificate Digital issuance 3-year validity
Certificate Lifecycle

Certification is a cycle,
not a one-off.

🔄

Year 1 Surveillance

An annual surveillance audit verifies your management system continues to meet the standard's requirements.

📋

Year 2 Surveillance

A second annual surveillance audit confirms ongoing compliance and continual improvement across the system.

🏆

Year 3 Recertification

A full recertification audit at the end of the three-year cycle renews your certificate. BCERT manages this proactively.

FAQ

Common Questions

Most organisations achieve initial certification within 8–12 weeks from application, depending on size, complexity, and readiness of the management system. Organisations with an existing system may move more quickly.
Yes. BCERT conducts fully remote, on-site, and hybrid audits via video conference with document sharing and virtual facility walkthroughs. We'll discuss the most appropriate approach during scoping.
Nonconformities are a normal part of the audit process. Minor nonconformities are closed with documented corrective action evidence. Major nonconformities require a follow-up before certification is granted. Our team supports you throughout.
Yes. BCERT offers integrated management system audits combining two or more standards into a single, efficient programme. This is more cost-effective and reduces the burden on your team.
Yes. BCERT certificates are issued under ASCB accreditation, recognised in EU, UK, Middle East, and Asia-Pacific procurement processes and supply chain requirements.
Certification fees depend on scope, number of sites, number of employees, and standards selected. We provide a fixed, transparent quote after scoping — no hidden fees. Contact us for an indicative figure within one business day.

Ready to start?

Submit an enquiry and we'll have a quote ready for you within one business day.

Request a Quote →