ISO Registration in Bangladesh: Everything You Need to Know About Quality and Compliance
In today’s world, an ISO certification serves a business more than just being a symbol of recognition; it serves as a badge of quality, trust, and acceptance on a global scale. Depending on the type of business—be it manufacturing, a services provider, or in software; getting an ISO registration will not only improve your brand image and reputation, but will additionally streamline internal processes while improving your competitive advantage in both local and international markets.
Helpink makes it easy for all firms in Bangladesh by providing full service ISO registration assistance from document preparation to audit and certification. In this post, we explain all there is to know regarding ISO certification in Bangladesh, including its types, benefits, cost expectations, necessary documents, processes and more.
🛑 What is ISO Certification?
ISO means International standards organization, a worldwide organization responsible for setting global standards like preserving safety and efficiency for various products and services.
Having an ISO certificate implies that a certain firm has met and complied with a certain number of international standards. For every form industry and set of goals that a business wishes to achieve—be it product quality, brand image, environmental safety, food safety, or information security, there are different standards set.
✅What are the Types of ISO Certifications in Bangladesh?
Below is a list of the most popular types of ISO certifications that business organizations pursue in Bangladesh:
ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System (QMS)
This is the most popular ISO standard. Helps to ensure consistency, quality, and satisfaction of the customers.
ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management System (EMS)
Has an emphasis on environmental responsibility and sustainability.
ISO 22000 – Food Safety Management System (FSMS)
Applicable to food related businesses including restaurants, food manufacturing units, and exporters.
ISO 27001 – Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Applicable to IT companies, data centers, fintech companies, and any other company dealing with confidential information.
ISO 45001 – Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S)
Focuses on improving safety at the workplace and prevention of occupational injury and illness.
ISO 13485 – Medical Device Quality Management
Needed For businesses involved in the design, production, and sale of medical devices.
Regulatory Requirements The ISO Registration Process In Bangladesh: A Step By Step Guide
The steps to achieving an ISO certification might appear to be quite challenging, but with Helpink by your side, you can traverse the journey without a sweat. Here’s a concise guide on the ISO registration process in Bangladesh refresher:
- Gap Analysis & Pre-Audit
This initial phase involves reviewing the organization’s existing processes and documents to evaluate gaps with the chosen standard. - Documentation and Policy Drafting
Helpink assists in drafting essential ISO documents such as quality manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), policy statements, and risk assessment reports. - Implementation
As part of your organization, we assist with training, document management, and daily operations to ensure compliance with all ISO standards. - Internal Audit
We perform internal mock audits prior to official audits to ensure all systems and processes are ready and in order. - Certification Audit
During an external audit with a recognized accrediting body, upon successful completion the ISO certificate will be issued. - Ongoing Support
Helpink is available for post-certification support for sustaining the ISO certification, including post-renewal and upgrading documents, as well as performing surveillance audits.
📌 Documents Needed for ISO Certification
Below is a list of primary documents needed for ISO registration in Bangladesh:
Trade license
TIN & VAT certificate
Memorandum & Articles of Association (for limited companies)
Company profile
Organizational chart
Employee list
Description of products and/or services offered
Internal policy documents (prepared by Helpink)
Any prior audit reports (if applicable)
Note: These documents may differ based on the type of ISO certification and business model.