Holding group

One management system, two sites, three certificates issued together.

Before: Companies under one group, each asked for certificates, each starting the work alone and none finishing.
After: Three certificates issued at once on one management system, implemented in Duhok and Basra, in Arabic and Kurdish.
How long: One management system, two sites, three certificates

issued at the same time: Three certificates
Duhok and Basra: Two sites

Challenge

Companies under one holding group, each asked for certificates by different tenders and different buyers. Each had begun the work on its own and none had finished it.

Approach

One management system built for the whole group rather than one system per company
Implementation with the management team and with the staff who do the work
Training and documentation in Arabic and in Kurdish
Implementation on site in Duhok and in Basra
Three certificates prepared and audited together

ISO Certification

Outcome

Three certificates issued at the same time
One management system across the group
One renewal calendar carrying every certificate date

Record

Sector: Group of companies
Region: Kurdistan Region of Iraq
Engagement: One management system, two sites, three certificates

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Questions about working with Keybridge

Do we need ISO certification to work with buyers in Iraq?

Some buyers require a specific certificate. We review the buyer’s requirements and your activities before recommending the standard and certification scope.

Which ISO standard fits our company?

The right standard depends on your activities and customers’ requirements. We review both before recommending what to prepare.

Who audits the company and issues the certificate?

An independent certification body conducts the audit and decides whether to issue the certificate. Keybridge helps your company prepare.

Does our parent company’s certificate cover our Iraqi operation?

Only if the certificate’s scope covers the relevant entity, sites and activities. We review the existing scope and identify what needs confirmation from the issuing body.

How long does preparation and certification take?

Timing depends on your existing systems, available records and the certification body’s schedule. We assess readiness before agreeing on the preparation timeline.

What happens after the certificate is issued?

Keep the management system in use and maintain its records. Follow the audit and renewal requirements set by the certification body; any ongoing support is agreed separately.

Discuss a similar assignment.

Tell us which part of this project is relevant to your company and what you need to deliver. We will review your requirements and agree the scope before work begins.

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