ISO 37301 - Making compliance management measurable, effective and certifiable

While other companies take risks, you create trust. The ISO 37301 certification reduces financial risks, strengthens your reputation and opens doors to new business partners. In regulated markets and complex supply chains, legally compliant management becomes a decisive differentiating feature.

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Why is ISO 37301 worthwhile for companies?

In an increasingly regulated business world, effective compliance management is becoming a decisive success factor. The introduction of a compliance management system in accordance with ISO 37301 goes far beyond mere compliance with regulations and creates strategic added value for your company. From risk minimization to the sustainable strengthening of your market position - a certified CMS in accordance with ISO 37301 brings companies a wide range of measurable benefits

Risk minimization

Structured processes allow legal, regulatory and ethical risks to be identified at an early stage and managed in a targeted manner.

Legal and regulatory compliance

With certification, companies prove that they have implemented suitable measures to comply with regulations.

Confidence building

Business partners, customers and supervisory authorities reward transparent and robust compliance structures.

Competitive advantages

In tenders, due diligence audits or as part of supply chain due diligence obligations, ISO 37301 certification can make all the difference.

Employee retention

A clear set of rules and an ethical working environment encourage employees to identify with the company.

Seamless integration

ISO 37301 is compatible with existing management systems - synergies and resource conservation are possible.

What is ISO 37301?

The ISO 37301:2021 is the international standard for Compliance management systems and the world's first certifiable compliance standard. It builds on the proven high-level structure and can be seamlessly integrated into existing management systems. In contrast to its predecessor ISO 19600, it defines specific, auditable requirements for the systematic development of effective compliance systems.

Legal certainty and risk minimization - Structured development, implementation and continuous improvement of compliance management systems with clear requirements and measurable targets for sustainable legal certainty.
Strengthening trust and credibility - Verifiable compliance standards create trust among all stakeholders and at the same time minimize risks through preventive processes and transparent responsibilities.

Our consulting services for ISO 37301

We support companies on their way to an effective and certifiable compliance management system - individually, practically and with an eye for the essentials. The typical project is divided into five phases:

1. kick-off & GAP analysis

Together, we record the current status of your organization in terms of compliance and check which elements are already in place. From this, we develop a roadmap with priorities, timeframes and target definitions.

2. project planning & structural design

Together, we define responsibilities, structure processes and create the organizational foundations: compliance officers, communication channels, risk analysis, etc.

3. documentation & system development

Based on the standard requirements and your organizational structure, we develop practical documents: e.g. compliance guidelines, procedural instructions, control plans, training concepts and a whistleblower system.

4. implementation & training

We support the introduction of the system in the organization and carry out target group-oriented training - from managers to employees in the operational area.

5. audit preparation & certification

Finally, we prepare you for the external certification audit, carry out an internal audit and ensure that all requirements have been fully and effectively implemented.

A selection of our customers

We enjoy working with HÖPPNER and appreciate their flexibility, even when something needs to be done at very short notice.
Unitank
Safety-related support
The cooperation is extremely positive. HÖPPNER shows great interest in the company and is also perceived positively by the employees in the area.
PV Automotive
Hazardous substance management

Comparison with other standards

Similar to ISO 22000 vs. FSSC 22000 ISO 37301 stands for a certifiable, structured management systemwhile alternative models such as the IDW PS 980 are more Audit frameworks without certification option are. ISO 37301 is unique in the area of governance standards, but can be compared with the following regulations.

IDW PS 980

German audit standard for compliance management systems, primarily developed for auditors; not internationally recognized or certifiable

ISO 37001

Specialized standard for anti-corruption management systems, can be used as a supplement to ISO 37301

ISO 9001 / ISO 14001

Thematically different, but very easy to combine thanks to the same structure (high-level structure)

Frequently asked questions about ISO 37301

ISO 19600 and offers decisive advantages: While ISO 19600 only provided non-binding guidelines, ISO 37301 defines specific, certifiable requirements for compliance management systems. As an "ISO Type A management system standard", it enables official certification, allowing companies to prove their compliance to customers and stakeholders.

ISO 37301 certification is aimed at companies of all sizes, including small and medium-sized enterprises, that wish to implement and maintain a compliance management system. It is particularly relevant for companies in regulated industries, international corporations and organizations that operate in complex supply chains or are subject to increased compliance requirements.

Yes, ISO 37301 is based on the High Level Structure according to Annex SL, which facilitates and enables integration into existing ISO-certified management systems. This means an efficient combination with existing systems such as ISO 9001 (Quality) or ISO 27001 (information security).

An important new focus is on best practices for establishing a company-wide whistleblower policy and strengthening the protection of whistleblowers. In addition, ISO 37301 is more comprehensive and prescriptive than its predecessor and places greater emphasis on risk assessment and performance evaluation.

Certification to ISO 37301 by an external, accredited body enables you to demonstrate to customers and other interested parties that an appropriate compliance management system is in place and being implemented. This leads to reduced liability risk, increased trust among business partners, improved reputation and can serve as a competitive advantage in tenders and partnerships.

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