Welcome to Amtivo in the United States, formerly Orion Registrar

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Orion rebrands to Amtivo

Frequently Asked Questions

We have provided further information below to help Orion clients understand more about the changes and how the rebrand will affect them and their business.

FAQs

Amtivo in the US – will the legal structure change from being part of the Amtivo group?

No, the legal structure of Amtivo Group with regard to Orion Registrar Inc. will not change. As part of the rebranding programme, the company name will change to Amtivo (USA) Inc., but is still owned by Amtivo Holdings Inc. 

What are the advantages of having access to a range of global resources and technology?

You have access to a comprehensive range of services from one provider, with global expertise and support, including innovative technology solutions designed to deliver a high-quality client experience.   

What are the additional certification services available?

Bringing our two US brands together, Orion Registrar Inc. and ASR, allows access to a new certification for automotive production and service parts organizations, IATF 16949. Please see all certification services we will offer, below: 

  • ISO 9001 Certification – Quality Management Certification 
  • ISO 13485 Certification – Medical Devices Certification 
  • ISO 14001 Certification – Environmental Management Certification 
  • ISO 27001 Certification – Information Security Certification 
  • ISO 45001 Certification – Occupational Health & Safety Certification 
  • AS9100 / AS9110 / AS9120 Certification – Aerospace Quality Management Certification 
  • RIOS Recycling Certification – Quality, Environment and Health & Safety Certification 
  • R2 Responsible Recycling Certification – International Standard for Electronics Recycling 
  • e-Stewards Electronic Recycling Certification – Electronics Recycling Certification 
  • GWO Safety Training Certification – Safe Working Certification for the wind turbine industry 
  • IATF 16949: – Quality Management System Requirements for Automotive Production and Relevant Service Parts Organizations. 
When will I receive my Amtivo certificate?

You will receive your new Amtivo branded eCertificate when you undergo recertification. Until this time, your current Orion Registrar certificate will remain valid. However, if you wish to have an Amtivo branded certificate before recertification, please contact your Account Manager.  

Will the dates of my certificate change as part of this rebrand?

The start date and expiry date will not change. 

How can I get a new Amtivo branded digital certification logo to display our certification(s) on our website?

Clients will be able to download these from our new website, amtivo.us, when it launches. Links will also be provided to clients via communications. 

What happens if I miss the two-year deadline of updating all digital and printed materials?

You must update your certification logo badges to the new Amtivo branded badges across all your digital and printed materials, such as your website, business card, stationery etc.   

It will be checked by your assigned auditor and a minor non-conformance raised if not compliant. 

Will my auditor stay the same?

We will try to assign you the same auditor you have previously worked with. However, this will depend on certification rules and the availability of auditors. 

Will bank details change?

We will advise you of any changes to bank account details in due course 

Will any other company information change, e.g. company number, registered address, etc.?

Although bank details may change, which we will advise you of in advance, no other company information will change apart from the company name, which will change from Orion Registrar Inc. to Amtivo (USA) Inc. 

Will I be provided with a new W-9?

Yes, due to the change in our company name we will provide you with a new W-9. You can access the form here

How can a client verify our businesses ISO certification?

Our new website will have an option to “Verify an ISO Certificate” in the Resources menu option.

Will the rebranding to Amtivo affect our current audit schedule in 2024, as our surveillance audits at our site(s) are scheduled for this coming fall?

Please be assured that there will be no changes to your scheduled audit.

Will International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) restriction affect the sharing of data overseas?

ITAR restrictions apply to auditors on site. Auditors are not allowed to include sensitive information in reports and documents submitted to Amtivo, and access to some information may be restricted. Activities such as tech reviews should be done by US personnel for ITAR clients.