Overview of ISO 28000 Certification – Supply Chain Security Management System

A supply chain is a system associated with many sectors and is affected by organizations due to disruptions or security issues occurring throughout the supply chain cycle. The most important issue for organizations is identifying the risks faced within the supply chain and managing them as accurately as possible.

ISO 28000 Certification: Supply Chain Security Management System is a standard issued by ISO to identify and manage risks.

This certification describes the requirements of the Supply Chain Security Management System and provides management models for organizations that need to establish and implement this system.

ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management System Certification is recognized by the International Organization for Standardization and the Turkish Accreditation Agency for other management systems that can prepare the Supply Chain Security Management System Certificate.

Therefore, a common procurement language has been established, making it easier for all parties to understand each other. Businesses can reduce costs, increase profits, and improve the quality of products and goods.

Applicable Organizations for ISO 28000 Certification – Supply Chain Security Management System

ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management System Certification applies to organizations operating in the following fields:

• All organizations producing goods or services
• Customs clearance organizations
• Logistics service providers
• Financial institutions
• Transportation organizations
• Trading businesses

Benefits of ISO 28000 Certification – Supply Chain Security Management System

One of the benefits is reducing security risks. Through this standard, security risks are identified in all areas, necessary preventive measures are implemented, thereby minimizing damage.

In addition, production-related problems over time will also be reduced.

ISO 28000 Certification will meet the requirements of new legal regulations requiring Authorized Economic Operators (AEO) within organizations trading with European Union member countries.

For the logistics sector, there will be many requirements aligned with this standard.

The quality of enterprise products will increase, costs will decrease, and profits and productivity will improve.

The competitiveness and market share of organizations will increase, thereby improving market effectiveness.

Fundamental Principles of ISO 28000 Certification – Supply Chain Security Management System

ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management System Certification supports all organizations in identifying, assessing, and controlling security risks, thereby reducing the impacts of security threats on businesses.

The purpose of the standard is to minimize security risks in order to ensure the smooth, rapid, and timely distribution of goods and materials.

Below are the fundamental principles of ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management System Certification:

• Ensure accurate establishment and management of the supply chain
• Minimize information security risks
• Help ensure smooth and timely distribution of goods and raw materials

Process for ISO 28000 Certification – Supply Chain Security Management System

The process for ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management System Certification includes the following stages:

• Quotation Stage: The enterprise will receive quotations from certification organizations based on the number of employees and the company’s business sector.
• Application Stage: The company will complete the application form provided by the certification body fully and accurately.
• Document Review Stage: The certification body will appoint an auditor to examine whether the documents meet the relevant standard requirements during document review. If the documents meet the related standard requirements and are included in the company’s audit plan, the process continues. Otherwise, the company will be notified in writing and required to correct deficiencies.
• Planning Stage: Depending on the size of the company, the certification organization will determine the audit duration.
• Assessment Stage: Based on the auditor’s report, the certification body will approve the necessary documents and deliver them to the company. In addition, certain agreements will also be signed with the company.

The certification is valid for 3 years. The certification body will conduct 2 surveillance audits, carried out once per year.

The above information relates to ISO 28000 Certification – Supply Chain Security Management System.

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Published date: 17/01/2023