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Management system certification involves an independent third-party certifying that an organization's management system aligns with specific standards or requirements. This process serves as a valuable tool for businesses seeking to enhance productivity, meet stakeholder expectations, comply with legal regulations, and achieve sustained success in today's competitive business environment.
The primary types of management system certification include product certification and management system certification. Product certification ensures that a particular product meets predetermined standards or requirements established by regulatory agencies or industry associations. Various services are offered, including certification and verification, training, and business assurance, catering to diverse applications such as quality management systems, occupational health and safety, information security and technology (IT), cyber security, food safety, and environmental management. These services span multiple sectors, including consumer goods and retail, agriculture and food, chemicals, construction and infrastructure, energy and power, industrial manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, public services, among others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
Tariffs are influencing the management system certification market by increasing costs of imported auditing tools, compliance software, digital certification platforms, and specialized training materials. Certification bodies and enterprises in North America and Europe are most affected due to reliance on imported compliance technologies, while Asia-Pacific faces cost pressures in expanding certification services. These tariffs are increasing certification and audit costs. However, they are also encouraging localized certification services, regional auditor training, and development of domestic compliance platforms.
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The management system certification market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $32.68 billion in 2025 to $34.65 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.0%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to increasing regulatory compliance requirements, expansion of global trade standards, rising corporate focus on quality management, growth in environmental compliance initiatives, increasing adoption of occupational health and safety systems.
The management system certification market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $43.16 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to growing demand for sustainability certifications, rising focus on cybersecurity compliance, expansion of digital certification services, increasing adoption of energy management standards, growing integration of certification with enterprise systems. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing adoption of integrated management system certifications, rising demand for iso-based compliance frameworks, growing use of digital audit and certification platforms, expansion of cybersecurity and information security certifications, enhanced focus on environmental and energy management standards.
The rising frequency of data breaches is expected to drive the growth of the management system certification market in the coming years. Data breaches occur when unauthorized individuals gain access to sensitive or private information, including financial data, intellectual property, or personal records. The occurrence of data breaches is increasing due to the evolving strategies of cybercriminals and the security vulnerabilities associated with remote work environments. Management system certification helps organizations strengthen their ability to prevent and respond to data breaches by providing a structured framework for managing information security risks and implementing effective security controls. For example, in September 2025, Secureframe, Inc., a U.S.-based automated compliance and security platform provider, reported that 20% of data breaches in 2025 involved the exploitation of vulnerabilities, marking a 34% increase compared to the previous year. Consequently, the growing frequency of data breaches is fueling the expansion of the management system certification market.
Leading companies in the management system certification sector are leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) techniques to gain a competitive advantage. AI can analyze large datasets from diverse sources, identifying trends, patterns, and anomalies. This analysis aids certification bodies and organizations in streamlining certification processes, pinpointing areas for enhancement, and making data-driven decisions. For instance, in January 2024, BSI, a UK-based business solutions provider, introduced measures to promote responsible AI management. This initiative includes certification to a cutting-edge management system designed for safe and ethical AI use, aligned with the BS ISO/IEC 42001 standard. It addresses concerns such as non-transparent automated decision-making, machine learning utilization, and continuous learning, thereby facilitating responsible AI adoption.
In January 2024, Amtivo Group, a UK-based certification and quality assurance firm, acquired Advanced Certification Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition aligns with Amtivo Group's strategy to broaden its UK portfolio and integrate Advanced Certification into its operations, bolstering its service offerings and market position in ISO certification. Advanced Certification Ltd., based in the UK, specializes in certifications for health, safety, and environmental management systems.
Major companies operating in the management system certification market report are SGS SA, Bureau Veritas Group, Eurofins Scientific Group, DEKRA Group, Intertek Group, TUV SUD Group, TUV Rheinland Group, Underwriters Laboratories Group, DNV GL Group, Technischer Uberwachungsverein Nord Group, Lloyd's Register Group, SOCOTEC Certification Group, British Standards Institution Group, Kiwa Group, SAI Global Group, NSF International Group, APCER Group, DQS Inc., National Quality Assurance Group, ABS Quality Evaluations Group, International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials Group, Quality Austria Group, Global Compliance Certification Group, QMS International Group
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the management system certification market in 2025. The regions covered in the management system certification market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the management system certification market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The management system certification market includes revenues earned by entities by providing services such as auditing, evaluating, and certifying an organization's management system against recognized standards. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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