Re: Reputations of ISO 9001 Certifying Bodies (Registrars) - SGS, AJA, BVQI, SAI Glob
Hello,
I would like to know what is the reputation of the following certifying bodies:
SGS, AJA, BVQI, SAI Global with respect to ISO 9001:2000 certification.
I think the certification business is no different from any others from the business aspect. Size or business volume is important because it determines what business models they will adopt.
Usually the big boys, when they have a sufficient presence would like to have full time staffs, etc. The smaller ones may operate on some kind of franchise systems and often with contract or part time staffs. Arising out of these different models and arrangements are the varying degree of control one had over their people. While it is generally accepted that having better control and full time employees (less conflict of interest) would result in better service, it is not always true.
I also know of a smaller CB in my country who is well known in one particular sector but had poor reputation in another because a different person is in charge.
Back to your question and I regret that I have no answer for you because the reputable CB over here may not be so in another country.
What you should do is to check with people in your country. Trade associations are one of the best place to start with. Reference from your customers, suppliers and market feedback from others in similar or different industries are good sources.