What Are Industry Standards and Certification Schemes?
Industry standards are agreed-upon guidelines, technical specifications, or best practices developed by recognised bodies (such as ISO, IEC, etc.), or by consensus within an industry. Certification schemes, on the other hand, are a structured set of requirements that enable organisations to demonstrate compliance with these standards and recognised best practices.
Covering everything from vehicle recovery (PAS 43) to eco-installations (PAS 2030), and from security assurance (SIA ACS, COP 119) to renewable energy (MCS), industry standards and certification schemes provide trusted benchmarks. Whether it’s achieving certification through a UKAS-accredited body for the Safer Security Scheme, demonstrating assurance via Cyber Essentials, or evidencing quality with NHSS and TrustMark Licence Plus, adherence to these recognised standards and schemes builds operational confidence and trust.
Certification under these standards and schemes not only shows compliance but also signals a strong commitment to professionalism, safety, and industry best practice.
