AGS is an accredited ISO certification body that audits organizations against international management system standards, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 27001. Headquartered in the USA with a regional office in Iraq and coverage across the Middle East, AGS operates as an independent, third-party conformity assessment body under the requirements of ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015.
ISO the International Organization for Standardization develops international standards. ISO does not perform certification. Certification is performed by external bodies, such as AGS, that are formally recognized through accreditation. Every certificate issued by AGS is verifiable through the IAF CertSearch global database, the official directory maintained by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF).
AGS provides accredited management system certification across multiple ISO standards. Each standard addresses a specific management discipline quality, environment, occupational health and safety, information security, food safety, energy, business continuity, anti-bribery, medical devices, and customer satisfaction. The scope of accreditation determines which standards a certification body is authorized to certify against.
| Standard | Management Discipline | Primary Industries | Key Outcomes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO 9001 | Quality Management Systems | Manufacturing, services, construction, healthcare | Operational consistency, customer satisfaction, regulatory compliance |
| ISO 14001 | Environmental Management Systems | Manufacturing, energy, waste management, logistics | Environmental impact control, regulatory compliance, sustainability goals |
| ISO 45001 | Occupational Health and Safety | Oil and gas, construction, mining, manufacturing | Workplace injury prevention, regulatory compliance, employee wellbeing |
| ISO 27001 | Information Security Management | IT, finance, healthcare, government, telecom | Data protection, cybersecurity risk, regulatory compliance |
| ISO 22000 | Food Safety Management Systems | Food processing, agriculture, packaging, distribution | Foodborne hazard control, supply-chain safety, export compliance |
| ISO 50001 | Energy Management Systems | Manufacturing, utilities, large-facility operations | Energy cost reduction, carbon output, regulatory reporting |
| ISO 22301 | Business Continuity Management | Finance, IT, healthcare, critical infrastructure | Disruption preparedness, recovery time, operational resilience |
| ISO 37001 | Anti-Bribery Management Systems | Government, construction, defense, procurement | Corruption risk reduction, legal compliance, stakeholder trust |
| ISO 13485 | Medical Device Quality Management | Medical device manufacturing, design, distribution | Regulatory approval, product safety, market access |
| ISO 10002 | Customer Satisfaction and Complaints | Services, retail, public sector, utilities | Complaint handling, customer retention, service quality |
AGS also supports certification and assessment programs adjacent to management system standards. These programs operate under separate conformity assessment frameworks and serve specific regulatory or market-access requirements.
| Program | Category | Governing Framework | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| HACCP | Food safety | Codex Alimentarius | Hazard analysis and critical control points |
| Halal Certification | Product certification | Halal accreditation bodies (varies by market) | Halal-compliant production, processing, and supply chain |
| GlobalG.A.P | Agricultural certification | GlobalG.A.P Secretariat | Good agricultural practices for farm-level production |
| ANSI/ASIS PSC.1-2022 | Security management | ANSI / ASIS International | Private security company quality and compliance |
Scope varies by program and accreditation status. Contact AGS for specific program availability in your region.
The certification audit process follows a structured lifecycle: Stage 1 audit, Stage 2 audit, annual surveillance audits, and recertification every 3 years. This cycle applies to all accredited management system certification programs and ensures ongoing conformity between the organization’s management system and the requirements of the applicable ISO standard.
Documentation review – evaluates the organization’s management system documentation, including policy, processes, procedures, and records. Confirms readiness for on‑site assessment and identifies areas needing attention before Stage 2.
On‑site assessment – evaluates implementation and effectiveness. Auditors examine evidence of process execution, record‑keeping, management review, and corrective action. Certification decision made by an independent function.
Required to maintain certification validity. Verifies that the management system continues to conform and that the organization addresses any nonconformities from the previous cycle.
Full‑scope re‑evaluation of the entire management system’s suitability and effectiveness. Initiates a new 3‑year certification cycle upon successful completion.
| Audit Phase | Timing | Purpose | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 Audit | Before Stage 2 (initial) | Documentation review and readiness assessment | Readiness confirmation or gap identification |
| Stage 2 Audit | After Stage 1 (initial) | On‑site implementation and effectiveness evaluation | Certification decision (grant, withhold, or conditional) |
| Surveillance Audit | Annually (years 1 and 2) | Ongoing conformity verification | Maintained certification or suspension |
| Recertification Audit | Every 3 years | Full‑scope re‑evaluation of system suitability | New 3‑year certification cycle |
We pride ourselves on our proven 100% record of accomplishment for successful ISO Certification globally
AGS provides accredited management system certification across multiple industries. Each industry applies specific ISO standards based on its regulatory environment, operational risks, and supply‑chain requirements.
AGS delivers 2 core services: ISO training & management system auditing to guide organizations from implementation readiness to certification achievement.
AGS operates under accreditation from recognized accreditation bodies. The scope of accreditation defines which ISO standards and industry sectors AGS is authorized to certify. Accreditation scope varies by accreditation body and program.
Accreditation from an IAF MLA signatory accreditation body provides the broadest international recognition. Certificates issued under IAF MLA signatory accreditation are accepted across all IAF member countries within the scope of the mutual recognition arrangement.
Some accreditation programs operate outside the IAF MLA framework. These programs serve specific regional or industry requirements but do not carry automatic cross-border recognition through the IAF mutual recognition arrangement. AGS clearly discloses the accreditation status and scope applicable to each certification engagement.
AGS maintains a headquarters in the United States, a regional office in Iraq, and service delivery coverage across the Middle East. This geographic structure enables AGS to deliver certification audit services with local auditor availability, regional regulatory knowledge, and coordinated scheduling across time zones.
AGS provides certification quotes within 48 hours. Share your organization’s size, industry sector, target ISO standard, and number of locations to receive a scoped proposal covering audit timelines, certification costs, and surveillance audit schedules.
Organizations seeking accredited ISO certification can request a quote from AGS. Provide your industry, target ISO standard, number of sites, and employee count to receive a certification scope and timeline estimate.
