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If you are wondering how the ISO certification market is developing globally and in Europe, we have the specifics for you. The last three years show a clear increase in the number of quality and safety management certificates, with ISO 9001, ISO 22301, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, and ISO 45001 leading the way.
ISO 9001 – Leader Among Quality Standards
ISO 9001 certification remains the most popular. Data for 2022 shows that over 1.2 million certificates were issued globally. The market leaders are China (551 thousand certificates) as well as Italy and India, with 94 thousand and 61 thousand certificates respectively.
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ISO 22301 – Growing Role of Business Continuity
The standard for business continuity management (ISO 22301) is gaining strength, especially in critical industries such as finance and energy. Over the past three years, the number of certificates has increased particularly in Western Europe and the USA, where companies focus on minimizing operational risk.
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ISO 14001 – Conscious Ecology in Business
The environmental management standard, ISO 14001, is also experiencing strong growth, especially in European countries such as Germany and the United Kingdom. In 2022, 529 thousand certificates were issued globally, showing increasing interest in sustainable development.
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ISO 27001 – Cybersecurity on the Rise
In the digital age, ISO 27001 (information security management systems) is one of the fastest-growing standards. The largest increase in the number of certificates is observed in Europe, particularly in Germany and the Netherlands, as well as in Asia, where countries like India and China are quickly adopting this standard.
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ISO 45001 – Workplace Safety as a Priority
ISO 45001, concerning occupational health and safety management, is another standard that has gained importance, especially in heavy industry and construction. In Europe, the number of certificates is growing fastest in countries such as France, Italy, and Spain, which focus on improving working conditions.
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Key Conclusions
Analysis of the results from recent years clearly shows that Europe and Asia dominate in the number of issued certificates. Companies increasingly recognize the value of certification, especially in areas such as quality, environment, and safety. Is it worth investing in certification? Undoubtedly, if the goal is to accelerate development, optimize processes, and build customer trust.
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