ISO 37301 Certification

Your Proof of Sustainable Corporate Management with Integrity

Compliance refers to the adherence of an organization or an individual with laws, regulations, standards, and internal guidelines. In corporate management, it is essential to clarify permitted actions and their proper implementation. Non-compliant behavior can arise due to ignorance, social pressure, or ethical orientation.

ISO 37301 promotes integrity and transparency in compliance management, helping organizations understand and fulfill their legal obligations. The goal of certification according to ISO 37301 is to establish legal and internal compliance while managing increasing regulatory requirements, including the evolving sustainability regulations that businesses must follow. Forward-thinking companies leverage this framework to strengthen their corporate culture and enhance their competitive position.

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ISO 37301 and ESG Compliance

Companies, investors, and employees are increasingly preferring organizations with strong ESG practices (Environmental, Social, Governance). Integrating ESG standards into corporate codes promotes a culture where social, ethical, and environmental factors are considered in decision-making.

With the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS), particularly ESRS G1, the demands for transparency and corporate ethics are rising. Businesses must also ensure due diligence on human rights and social responsibility throughout their supply chain.

ISO 37301 helps organizations establish a compliance management system that integrates ESG standards, promoting long-term success and risk reduction in line with social and environmental responsibility.

About ISO 37301 Certification

In implementing and certifying a compliance management system (CMS) in accordance with ISO 37301, you not only meet your legal requirements, but also those of your customers. Certification helps to reduce liability risks and encourages a holistic awareness for compliance in your organization. This leads to responsible conduct and enables the early identification and effective management of compliance risks. Make use of ISO 37301 to establish robust and effective compliance management in your organization

1. Information
Project Meeting (via phone or in person), and certification preparation, review of compliance documentation

2. Documentation Check
Experienced auditors assess your compliance management documentation according to ISO 37301 requirements.

3. Certification Audit
Verification CMS implementation and evaluation of its effectiveness.

4. Issuance of Certificate
After a successful audit your organization will receive an official DEKRA certificate.

5. Annual Surveillance Audit
A yearly review (every 12 months) ensures continued compliance with ISO 37301

6. Recertification audit
Before the certificate expires (typically after three years), a recertification audit is conducted (Steps 2 to 6 are repeated)

ISO 37301, introduced in 2021, supersedes the previous Compliance Management Standard ISO 19600 and provides international best management practices for compliance. The ISO 37301 framework now provides a global, certifiable benchmark for compliance systems with the goal of building trust by specifying the following key elements in particular:

Minimum requirements for compliance-related processes and procedures
Building and nurturing a positive culture of compliance
Identifying compliance obligations
Establishing a whistleblower system
The systematic assessment of risks and the derivation of appropriate measures
Review and continuous development

It has also become common practice to introduce a company-wide binding code of conduct and distribute it throughout your value chain.

ISO 37301 certification signifies a strong commitment to organizational compliance monitoring and emphasizes the ability to effectively manage compliance risks. It applies across various sectors and types of organizations, including corporations, associations or institutions.

To ensure a smooth certification process, organizations should:

Define the scope of their compliance management system.
Establish compliance policies and objectives.
Develop a compliance risk assessment and risk management methodology
Implement a risk management plan and compliance risks assessment report
Assign compliance-related roles and responsibilities
Identify relevant compliance obligations
Create a system for raising and evaluating compliance concerns

About DEKRA

Our experts offer extensive, cross-industry auditing experience and provide competent and efficient support worldwide. We help you leverage management system synergies and streamline your compliance certification alongside ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or ISO 22301.

Accreditation for ISO 37301 Certification from the German Accreditation Office (DAkkS) has been applied for.

Climate Change Considerations in ISO 37301

The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has revised its management system standards to incorporate climate change considerations.

This extension covers all ISO standards for Type A management systems, including ISO 37301. Certified organizations must integrate climate change risks into their planning and stakeholder engagement processes. As a certification authority, we monitor these requirements, and failure to implement necessary adjustments may result in non-compliance.

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Productsheet ISO 37301

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