01
Initial Inquiry
02
Application Submission
03
Quotation & Fee Confirmation
04
Contract Signing
05
Stage 1 Audit Scheduling
06
Stage 1 Audit (Readiness Assessment)
07
Stage 2 Audit Scheduling
08
Stage 2 Audit (Certification Assessment)
09
Corrective Action & Review
10
Certification Decision & Certificate Issuance
A certificate is valid for three years. Surveillance audits take place every year during this period, followed by a recertification audit before the certificate expires.