Certification according to the ZNU Standard for Sustainable Management
Sustainable Management and Transparent Communication with the ZNU Standard
An integrated sustainability management system in accordance with the ZNU Standard for driving Sustainable Management ensures the long-term and continuous optimization of the sustainability tasks to be implemented in accordance with the requirements of the standard.
With certification according to the ZNU Standard, you demonstrate to your customers and partners that sustainable corporate management is important to you, and you can thereby open up new opportunities on the market.
Your ZNU certification at a glance
The ZNU Standard is a certified standard for sustainable business management that takes a holistic view of the three areas of sustainability (the environment, the economy and society) and can be used by companies in all industries.
During your certification, our experts assess the practical implementation of your sustainability management system. In this respect, we consider the improvement process which is implemented and the application of the materiality matrix and the derived sustainability activities in the areas of the environment, the economy and society.
Your successful ZNU certification in just a few steps
1. Information
On-site audit of ZNU requirements
On-site audit of ZNU requirements
2. On-site certification
Assessment and review of the practical implementation of the ZNU Standard, review of documented processes and optional post-audit (review of corrective measures)
Assessment and review of the practical implementation of the ZNU Standard, review of documented processes and optional post-audit (review of corrective measures)
3. Certificate
After successfully completing certification, you will receive your certificate
After successfully completing certification, you will receive your certificate
4. Surveillance audits
A surveillance audit of the practical implementation takes place every 12 months
A surveillance audit of the practical implementation takes place every 12 months
5. Recertification
Steps 2 to 4 are repeated in the recertification audit three years after initial certification
Steps 2 to 4 are repeated in the recertification audit three years after initial certification
About the ZNU Standard for Sustainable Management
Your partner for Sustainable Business Management
- We have many years of theoretical and practical experience as well as extensive knowledge in the field of sustainable business management.
- We are here for you at various locations and support you with our expertise on-site.
- With ZNU certification from a well-established certification body such as DEKRA, you credibly demonstrate to your partners that socially responsible and resource-efficient corporate management is important to you.
Do you want to credibly demonstrate your commitment to increased sustainability to your stakeholders and stand out from the competition? Don’t hesitate to contact us!