ISO 9001
Quality Management System
Consistent delivery: processes defined, controlled and improved.
28 consultants in the network
Industry, ConstructionSee the standard →Standards and management systems
Standards that prepare your company for the market.
We help you identify which standards apply to your business, assess where the organisation stands today, implement the management system and prepare for independent certification.
What does your company need to improve?
Start from the business objective, not from the standard number.
Improve quality and processesUsual standard: ISO 9001Talk about this →Meet environmental requirementsUsual standard: ISO 14001Talk about this →Improve occupational health and safetyUsual standard: ISO 45001Talk about this →Ensure food safetyUsual standard: ISO 22000Talk about this →Protect information and dataUsual standard: ISO 27001Talk about this →Strengthen compliance and governanceUsual standard: ISO 37301Talk about this →Prevent corruption and briberyUsual standard: ISO 37001Talk about this →Improve energy efficiencyUsual standard: ISO 50001Talk about this →Qualify as a supplier and respond to large contractsUsual standard: ISO 9001Talk about this →Prepare the company for international marketsTalk about this →Integrate several management systemsTalk about this →I don't know which standard appliesTalk about this →
The standards companies ask for most
A quick read of what each standard solves, why companies implement it and who usually needs it.
ISO 14001
Environmental Management System
Control of environmental impacts and legal compliance.
23 consultants in the network
Industry, EnergySee the standard →ISO 45001
Occupational Health and Safety
Accident prevention built into day-to-day operations.
20 consultants in the network
Construction, Oil & GasSee the standard →ISO 22000
Food Safety
Food risk control from intake to dispatch.
11 consultants in the network
FoodSee the standard →ISO 27001
Information Security
Protection of critical information: access, suppliers and incidents.
4 consultants in the network
Banking, TechnologySee the standard →ISO 37301
Compliance Management System
A map of legal obligations and proof they are met.
6 consultants in the network
Banking, Public SectorSee the standard →ISO 37001
Anti-Bribery Management System
Concrete controls over bribery and third-party risk.
4 consultants in the network
Public Sector, EnergySee the standard →ISO 50001
Energy Management
Measuring and improving energy performance, with cost impact.
Industry, EnergySee the standard →ISO 27701
Privacy Information Management System
Personal data protection built on top of an information security system.
Banking, HealthcareSee the standard →ISO 22301
Business Continuity Management System
The ability to keep operating when something essential fails.
1 consultant in the network
Banking, LogisticsSee the standard →ISO 20000-1
IT Service Management System
IT services delivered to agreed levels with incidents under control.
Technology, BankingSee the standard →ISO 21001
Educational Organisations Management System
Management of education and training organisations centred on the learner.
EducationSee the standard →ISO 31000
Risk Management
A common method to identify, assess and treat risk across the organisation.
8 consultants in the network
Banking, EnergyTalk about this →ISO 26000
Social Responsibility
Guidance to embed social responsibility into strategy and operations.
1 consultant in the network
Industry, Public SectorTalk about this →ISO/IEC 17025
Testing and Calibration Laboratories
Technical competence and test results that are recognised and traceable.
4 consultants in the network
Laboratories, IndustryTalk about this →IOSA
IATA Operational Safety Audit
Operational safety audit scheme for airlines.
1 consultant in the network
Civil AviationTalk about this →Beyond the local network of specialists, Export Lab has access to the worldwide DQS network of more than 3,000 consultants and auditors, which allows any standard in the DQS portfolio to be covered, even where no dedicated specialist yet exists in the local network in Angola.
ISO 13485
Medical Devices
Quality and traceability for medical device operations.
HealthcareTalk about this →ISO 39001
Road Traffic Safety
Road risk management: drivers, vehicles and routes.
LogisticsTalk about this →ISO 41001
Facilities Management
Facilities and support services with clear service levels.
Services, Public SectorTalk about this →ISO 55001
Asset Management
Physical asset life cycle linked to company strategy.
Energy, UtilitiesTalk about this →ISO 10002
Complaints and Customer Satisfaction
Complaint handling that fixes the cause of dissatisfaction.
Banking, RetailTalk about this →ISO 22163 / IRIS
Railway Industry Quality Management
Quality and reliability in the rail supply chain, relevant to the Lobito Corridor.
Rail, LogisticsTalk about this →ISO 14064-3
Greenhouse Gas Verification
Independent verification of emissions inventories, the basis of ESG and carbon services.
Energy, IndustryTalk about this →ISO 28000
Supply Chain Security
Security risk control in logistics and export operations.
Logistics, TradeTalk about this →From need to certification
The same path for any standard. Explained once, applied to all.
- 01DiagnoseUnderstand the organisation, its objectives and gaps.
- 02PlanDefine priorities, scope and roadmap.
- 03ImplementBuild the management system and operational practices.
- 04TrainDevelop internal capability.
- 05AuditAssess readiness and identify remaining gaps.
- 06PreparePrepare the organisation for the independent certification process.
- 07CertifyIndependent assessment by the applicable certification body.
Export Lab prepares. Certification is independent.
Export Lab prepares your company. Certification is carried out independently by a competent certification body. That separation of roles is what gives the certificate its value.
Export Lab is a brand of Angola Global Hub, exclusive DQS Channel Partner in Angola. DQS is one independent certification option, but our preparation work applies across the wider standards and certification ecosystem.
The full path, from diagnostic to certification, is described above.
Need more than one standard?
Many companies need ISO 9001 + ISO 14001 + ISO 45001 at the same time, sometimes with compliance, energy or information security. Instead of running disconnected systems, common processes, documentation, responsibilities, audits and improvement mechanisms can be integrated.
- A single set of documents
- One joint internal audit
- One management review
- Less effort for operational teams
Which standards make sense for your sector?
Applicable standards depend on the business model, risks, customers and contractual requirements. Pick your context to see the typical path.
Oil and Gas →Mineral Resources →Construction and Infrastructure →Industry →Food Industry →Logistics and Transport →Energy →Banking and Financial Services →Public Sector and Administration →Trade →Environmental Consulting →Civil Aviation and Airports →International Organisations →Agriculture and Agri-business →Healthcare →Professional Services →Retail and Distribution →Telecommunications and Technology →Insurance and Reinsurance →Education →Maritime Services →Hospitality and Tourism →Defence and Security →
Not sure which standard is right for your company?
You don't need to start from a standard number. Tell us what your company wants to achieve and we help identify priorities and next steps.
Where should your company start?
Before implementing a management system, you need to understand where the organisation stands today. The Export Lab diagnostic identifies:
- Current maturity
- Gaps against requirements
- Priority areas
- Potentially applicable standards
- Implementation effort
- Recommended roadmap
Frequently asked questions
Do I really need ISO certification?
It depends on the company's objectives, customer requirements, the tenders it bids for, the supply chains it wants to join, the regulatory context and its commercial strategy. Often what the company needs is the management system; certification is the formal proof when the market demands it.
How long does implementing an ISO standard take?
It depends on scope, current organisational maturity, operational complexity and available internal resources. The diagnostic allows realistic timelines for the specific case.
How much does ISO certification cost?
Cost depends on scope, complexity, current maturity, the implementation effort required and the requirements of the certification process. There is no single figure: it is sized case by case.
Can several standards be implemented together?
Yes. Management system standards share the same high-level structure, allowing an integrated system with common documentation, a joint internal audit and a single management review.
Can a small company obtain ISO certification?
Yes, provided it can establish and operate the applicable management system requirements. The system should be proportional to the size and complexity of the organisation.
What happens before certification?
Diagnostic and gap analysis, system design and implementation, documentation, team training, internal audit and readiness assessment. Only then does the certification audit make sense.
Which standard is right for my company?
It starts with the business problem you want to solve and your customers' requirements. Tell us the objective and the diagnostic points out the potentially applicable standards.
We already have an ISO system. Can Export Lab help?
Yes. In those cases we mostly work on gap assessment, improving the existing system, internal audit, training and preparation for surveillance or renewal audits.
Does ISO certification help win contracts?
It can be a customer, tender or supply-chain requirement and strengthens evidence of organisational capability. It does not guarantee contracts on its own.
Your company doesn't need another certificate on the wall.
It needs a management system that works.